When you are expecting, even if you are within your first few weeks, your body will give you certain signs to bring the pregnancy to your attention. If you aren’t taking pregnancy tests routinely, it is important to know what signs you should be looking for. Disliking Familiar Foods When pregnant, you might find yourself nauseous at …
The news of a pregnant coworker, friend, family member or acquaintance is tremendously exciting. However, even if you have the best intentions, there are certain things that you should avoid doing and saying in order to respect expecting parents. Pregnancy is a sensitive topic and it should be treated as such. Following these simple do’s and …
Being pregnant is a wonderful experience but it also comes with some pretty strange side effects. Often times, having bizarre dreams is a side effect of pregnancy. With pregnancy, the dreams seem to be, quite frankly, outrageous. Pregnancy dreams can range from hilarious to downright frightening, and most of them mean something. Pregnant women often …
If you are expecting, you probably spend a lot of time worrying about your pregnancy which is natural. It is normal for expectant mothers and fathers to be concerned about potential issues. Everyone experiences pregnancy differently and some people experience more problems than others. When pregnant, it is important to understand what kind of issues should …
We have had a number of patients concerned about the safety of ultrasound for their baby. So, we went to the source to get some clear answers for our patients so they can rest assured there is no harm to their babies. The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have the following guidelines for an …
When it comes to being pregnant, other than missing your monthly bill, one of the first signs is sudden onset nausea. It is not the Thai or the Mexican from last night; it is your little bundle of joy announcing his or her presence. Luckily, there are many remedies for nausea; you just have to …
Strengthening the abdominal muscles after giving birth is so important. It helps prevent and improve lower back pain, helps posture, and even can increase circulating blood flow and decrease constipation. For many women, the abdominal muscles separate during pregnancy. This is called diastis recti. About 60% of women get diastis recti in pregnancy and abdominal …
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Natural childbirth is an amazingly empowering experience that happens every day. Even here in Northern New Jersey, where C-section rates are skyrocketing, women are birthing with integrity and spirit. With good preparation, natural childbirth can be achievable for almost any mom who wants to do it. It’s totally possible! Aligning with a support provider is …
8 cups coconut water A whole cup of freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice Salt to taste, add as much salt as tastes good to you. Sweetner, add some form of sweetner (which ever you like) raw honey, agave, maple syrup. a few drops of liquid trace minerals drops (can be found on amazon). You …
Don’t sweat your diet too much. Remember the basics like avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and smoking. Don’t worry about trying to eat perfectly, just try to eat clean (non-processed foods). Simply, try to have a variety of different types of whole foods: vegetables, fruits, and fats. Here are a few good ones to add to your …
