Trying to conceive is a difficult process for many people. The reason is that there are many factors involved in conception. You cannot tell if you or your partner is infertile unless you visit a doctor. There are a number of medical tests that your doctor can perform to detect infertility. There are also methods [...]

In theory, pregnant women are supposed to radiate some sort of special glow and our bodies are supposed to, as they say, “blossom”. In reality, that glow is often created by the sweat from our hot flashes, and the word we might use to describe our bodies — especially after 30 weeks or so — [...]

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It’s difficult for a first-time mother to know what to expect in pregnancy. It has been said that during pregnancy, a women almost becomes a different species. This is because of the many changes and adaptations the body goes through during the nine-month cycle. The following short list of what to expect in pregnancy will [...]

Maternal weight gain closely relates to infant birth weight, but how much food do you need to eat and how much extra weight is a healthy amount to gain? Low birth weight babies have a greater incidence of malnutrition, which increases the chances of birth defects and illness.
It is important for a woman to increase [...]

Ultrasound is a form of energy and radiation, but not ionizing radiation. Like other sources of energy, it occurs in sound
waves which move at frequencies higher than the human ear can hear. The ultrasound waves are emitted at 2 to 4 megahertz which is a higher frequency than AM radio. The waves bounce off of [...]

Most pregnant women will get all the nutrients they need for their body and developing baby from their diet, however a good quality supplement with the right amount of vitamins and minerals can provide a safeguard in case the foods they eat do not supply a critical nutrient that the baby needs.
It is important though [...]

Dressing gracefully during pregnancy is fast becoming a fad not only for working mothers but also for housewives. Today’s expectant mothers want to carry their pregnancy in style, and most dress smartly in fitted pants and shirts, shedding off yesteryear’s oversized gowns to hide their belly.
In US, many specialty stores cater to the needs of [...]