When someone gets pregnant, the body experiences so many beautiful and miraculous things. You’re growing a human, and it’s truly incredible to see what your body is capable of. But there are also numerous challenges you have to deal with. One of the most common and...
Growing a baby in your womb can be a roller coaster. One minute, you’re just cruising along, living your life, and the next thing you know, a tiny little human is taking up residence in your uterus. It’s magical, mind-blowing, and truly miraculous!...
Like morning sickness and food aversions, food cravings are one of the more common “symptoms” experienced during pregnancy. One exciting aspect of this typical side effect of pregnancy is that food cravings tend to be different for every expectant mother....
Gestational diabetes (GD) is one of the most common complications during pregnancy. It occurs when hormonal changes make your body less responsive to insulin, and the pancreas can’t produce enough insulin to compensate. This leads to elevated blood sugar...
Welcome to the first trimester! This period is a crucial time during pregnancy. It’s the time when babies develop their major organs, their brain and spinal cord, and their eyes and ears. It’s also the point in time at which the baby’s blood cells...
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey. It does bring on significant changes, including an increased demand for nutrients. What you eat during this time has a huge impact on both your well-being and your baby’s growth and development. The foods you choose can help ensure...