Oh, look at you….you’re GLOWING they say. Sure. Glowing. Right up to the part where you start sweating like a pig and feeling those hemorrhoids! The truth of the matter is that pregnancy is a roller coaster of hormones and bodily changes. And not all of these changes fall into the “glowing” category. Some seriously funky stuff happens to your b.... Read More
A lot of expecting moms nervously wonder, will I experience breastfeeding pain? You may have heard horror stories from friends about breastfeeding challenges, or maybe just thinking about a hungry little mouth near such a sensitive spot makes you cringe. Understandable. And that's why we're here... to reassure you. You may have 30-60 seconds of.... Read More
Pregnancy, it’s a time of great joy and excitement as you anticipate the birth of your beautiful little angel. It’s also a time of great weirdness and confusion, as your body changes in ways you never thought possible. We hear a lot of pregnant women asking, “am I going to get stretch marks?” And, unfortunately, the answer is probably yes. Many pr.... Read More
Short Answer: Avoid strong odors; try to put something bland in your stomach (if you can), and stay hydrated. If your morning sickness becomes serious enough to impact your quality of life, be sure to talk to your doctor about options. Morning sickness - It’s a feeling only a pregnant woman can understand, and its name doesn’t accurately reflect h.... Read More
Short Answer - You can hear your baby’s heartbeat at around 8-12 weeks. Your baby’s heart actually starts beating at around 6 weeks, but you probably wouldn’t be able to hear or see it until about the 8 week mark, and only if you have an early ultrasound exam. The majority of women will first hear their baby’s heartbeat with a fetal Doppler (a h.... Read More
