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Non-dairy “milks” are the latest health trend to hit all major grocery stores and your favorite coffee shops, but what about almond milk during pregnancy?  Is adding almond milk to your smoothie the best option for your body and your baby?  Many people make the switch...

You may have heard some of these pregnancy food myths even before you became pregnant or maybe you just recently learned some of them since you’ve been Googling all things pregnancy.  The truth is, there is a lot of misinformation out there related to prenatal...

This crazy green juice is all the rage right now which means many women are wondering if drinking celery juice during pregnancy is safe. Stores are sold out of celery and home juicing machines are flying off the shelf, but is this a trend you want to indulge in for...

Does using lemons during pregnancy have benefits? Whether it be to add some flavor to your water, zest up a salad, or help with nausea, we have your lemons questions answered.  Is lemon safe during pregnancy? Lemons as with the majority of fruits are safe to consume...

Have you been wondering if eating pistachios in pregnancy are beneficial to you and baby? Pistachios are a small green tree nut from the cashew family and are not only addicting on their own, but they also give fun flavor and color to many desserts and baked goods. ...

Why we should NOT avoid fish during pregnancy There is a common misconception surrounding pregnancy that suggests women shouldn’t consume fish, as it may contain toxic amounts of mercury and potential for food poisoning. While a valid concern, this shouldn’t scare...

It’s that time of year again! Pregnancy can make you more susceptible to catching the flu because your immune system is suppressed. The most effective way to avoid the flu is to get vaccinated every year (here is a link to the CDC on flu shots while pregnant), but it...

What’s better than finding out you’re expecting? Finding out you are expecting TWO! (Or three...or four...you get the point). Twice the babies, twice the fun, right? I’m sure if you’ve found yourself in this situation, you may have some questions--” do I need...