You might assume, as many people do, that the second pregnancy is easier than the first. After all, you’ve already conceived a child and brought a child into the world. So, you know the ropes and what to expect. The second time around should be a breeze. Right? Not necessarily. In fact, your second pregnancy may be harder on you physically and mentally than your first one. Here … [Read more...] about The Second Pregnancy is Harder: True or False?
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Sex During Pregnancy: Is It Safe?
You may not feel ready to give up your sex life even if you’re pregnant. Yet, you worry about having sex during pregnancy. Could it harm the baby or increase your risk of complications? Lots of women have the same concerns. Yet, some gals continue to have sex up until the time they go into labor. Are your putting your baby at risk by such intimacy? Assuming you have a normal … [Read more...] about Sex During Pregnancy: Is It Safe?
Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy: What’s Normal, and What’s Not
Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy: What’s Normal, and What’s Not It’s natural to be anxious about vaginal discharge during pregnancy, especially if this is your first child. It can be tough to figure out what’s perfectly normal, and what might be a sign that something is going wrong. The good news is that many instances of discharge are entirely benign, and there are … [Read more...] about Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy: What’s Normal, and What’s Not
Cosmetics: What Hair Products Aren’t Safe to Use During Pregnancy?
As you’ve probably noticed, many cosmetic products contain a number of chemicals with names that are hard to pronounce. Although the Food and Drug Administration allows these products on the market, some studies suggest that certain ingredients in skin and hair products might be less than healthy, particularly during pregnancy. Your skin is not an impermeable barrier. Your … [Read more...] about Cosmetics: What Hair Products Aren’t Safe to Use During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy Weight Gain: What to Expect Week by Week
Pregnancy Weight Gain: What to Expect Week by Week It’s common to be somewhat anxious about weight gain during pregnancy–where will the extra weight be more noticeable, and how much will you gain? The amount of weight you should gain depends on how many babies you’re carrying and on whether you were underweight, overweight or at a healthy weight before … [Read more...] about Pregnancy Weight Gain: What to Expect Week by Week