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Tag Archives: pregnancy
Babymoon Bliss: 3 Vacation Options Before Your Baby Arrives
A babymoon is a last hurrah of sorts. Life as you know it changes forever once a new bambino arrives. In retrospect, our advice is to cherish every last pre-baby moment to refresh, rejuvenate, and connect as a couple. How … More
Are Fragrance-Free Products Safer?
by Margie Kelly, Communications Manager, Healthy Child Healthy World Have you noticed scents wafting throughout some stores and even airplanes? According to AdWeek, associating a scent with a brand is the latest retail trend. It may seem you’re smelling freshly-cut … More
5 Clever Ways to Announce Your Pregnancy
When I was first pregnant, I kept the news very close to my (bulging) vest. Of course, I told my husband and the eleven other people on our African safari, but after that I was tight-lipped. Here are five clever … More
Pregnant with Multiples? What Your Body Can Expect with Twins, Triplets, or More…
So you’ve been reading all about what to expect during pregnancy, but now you’ve just heard some news that changes everything - you’re carrying double, triple, or more! Whether you’re overjoyed, overwhelmed, or both, before you can push around the double … More
What is a Kick Count and Why Is It Important?
By First Candle Kick counting is a great way for you and your partner to bond with your baby. By performing a kick count at the same time every day during your last trimester, you can also help your doctor … More
Gaining Weight During Pregnancy
In general, we like to see moms gain between 25-35 pounds during their pregnancy to promote good health in the baby. For moms who are starting out under weight, your provider might recommend that you gain between 30-40 pounds. For … More
Prenatal Nutrition Basics: Quality
Just as structural foundations are stronger if they are made with durable materials, pregnancies are healthier if they are built upon diets filled with quality ingredients. Our bodies were designed to reproduce healthy offspring, and so the job of nutrition … More
Breastfeeding is Not Foolproof Birth Control
Admit it. It’s been nice to forget about birth control for a little while. First you were deliberately not using it. Then you were pregnant, so you didn’t need it. Even after your baby was born, breastfeeding has had its … More
Is Your Pre-Natal Vitamin Enough?
Your first ob/gyn appointment likely mixed the awe-inspiring pleasure of hearing baby’s heartbeat with the boring business of getting a prescription for a prenatal vitamin. It may seem like a small detail, but it’s extremely important to take the right … More
Breastfeeding and Taking Medication
Be thankful for modern medicine. It can get us through a common cold and is often critical when managing a chronic condition. But when you’re breastfeeding, every medication can get into your breast milk. While some medicines are compatible with … More
