PREGNANCY & MOTHERHOOD

Fertilization happens when a sperm meets and penetrates an egg. This is also called conception. At this moment, the genetic makeup is complete, in...

Start making healthy lifestyle choices and/or changes before you are even pregnant. Being overweight or obese, smoking, using drugs and drinking a...

Nausea during pregnancy is typically one of the most experienced and complained about symptoms that women report. Up to 70 percent of expectant mo...

Your first prenatal visit may be one of the longest you'll have during your pregnancy — and definitely the most comprehensive. Not only will there...

How do you know whether that sudden ache is normal or warrants a 2 a.m. call to your doctor or midwife? Here's a rundown of symptoms that should s...

Buddha bowl, hippie bowl, sunshine bowl, glory bowl, power bowl, and grain bowl. No matter what you call it, these dishes have one thing in common...

Do you know what is the best time to get pregnant? Which days in your monthly cycle are you currently in? If you are thinking about pregnanc...

For most pregnant women, even if you already have a child, the labor and birth process can be both overwhelming and joyful. Many women and their p...

When being pregnant, you need to ensure that your diet provides enough nutrients and energy for the baby to develop and grow properly. Your body n...

Vegetarian and vegan diets have increased worldwide in the last decades, according to the knowledge that they might prevent coronary heart disease,...

Having a hard time getting sleep during pregnancy? Understand why you're feeling fatigued and strategies for minimizing discomfort and sleep distu...

What determines a baby's eye color? Eye color is determined by genetics. The color of your eyes, whether blue, brown, hazel, or green, is ultimate...