Pregnancy Weight Gain & Diet
How much weight should I gain during pregnancy? It’s clear that gaining the right amount of weight during pregnancy involves eating a healthy and balanced diet so that your baby is getting all the nutrients he or she needs and is growing at a healthy rate. In general, you will need to consume 100 […]
Pregnancy General Q & A
What are the most common early symptoms of pregnancy? Missing a period is usually the first sign of a new pregnancy, although women with irregular periods may not initially recognize a missed period as pregnancy. During the first few weeks of pregnancy, many women experience a need to urinate frequently, extreme fatigue, nausea and/or vomiting, […]
Pregnancy Common Complaints
Why do I have so much gas during pregnancy? 99.9% of pregnant women get gassy. The hormonal changes during pregnancy slow down your gastrointestinal tract. Many women also get constipated from these hormonal changes and taking your prenatal vitamin. Even though you may not be able to keep this symptom to yourself, there are things […]
Pregnancy & Vaccines
Why is the flu shot during pregnancy recommended by experts? Those who get the influenza flu during pregnancy can have harmful effects on a developing baby and cause serious health problems for the pregnant person. If a pregnant person gets the influenza flu vaccine, they will be protected against the dangerous flu virus and all […]
Pregnancy & Travel
Can pregnant women go through the TSA machine at the airport safely? The TSA’s screening machines use safe “non-ionizing electromagnetic waves”. This form of energy should not be confused by x-rays, which uses high doses of radiation and is dangerous for a pregnant woman. Electromagnetic waves are a form of energy that contains an […]
Pregnancy & Sex
Will sex harm the baby? The good news is that the baby is surrounded by 1-2 liters of fluid which serves as a protective cushion during sex. The baby may be bounced around but know that the baby is safe and insulated. What are some normal reservations women have around pregnancy sex? Sex […]
Pregnancy & Labor
Do I need a birth plan? A birth plan allows the couple to do a deep dive into all aspects of the labor and delivery process and what happens with the baby during the first few days of life. But creating a birth plan is not for everyone and most couples do not make […]
Can I exercise in pregnancy
Can I exercise in pregnancy? Exercise is a must in pregnancy! Your body is changing, you’re tired, feeling uncomfortable, swollen, and just not liking how pregnancy has taken over your body. Regular exercise not only helps build your muscles, gives you energy, keeps you healthy but it mentally helps you through the 9 months of […]
Postpartum Blues & Depression
What are the baby blues? As a result of the hormonal havoc, 80% of women get the “baby blues”. Usually, 2 to 3 days after delivery, new moms may begin to feel depressed, anxious, upset, and frustrated. It may start out as crying for no reason, not being able to sleep, eat or think clearly, […]
Preconception Advice Q & A
Thinking about getting pregnant, here’s what you need to know! Now that you’ve decided to get pregnant, there are appropriate steps you can follow to prepare for this life changing event. Ideally you and your partner want to allow yourself 6 months to go through a check list of pre-planning before actually becoming pregnant. […]