"Morning Sickness" 101: The Realities And The Cliches

Pregnancy is a very complex experience for the woman who is expecting, but there are certain things almost everyone knows, or at least thinks they know, about it. Much of this comes from popular culture: TV shows can show an expectant woman’s water breaking, will reference Braxton-Hicks contractions, and a trope has been made of the fed-up mother-to-be doing everything they can to induce labor. It can be difficult to know what the reality is and what has come from the (usually male) TV writer’s somewhat basic understanding. So let’s dig deeper and deal with the realities of morning sickness.

Pregnancy Features Bloglouise mckenzieDecember 5, 2024Pregnancy health, contractionsComment

Postpartum Problems You Should Never Ignore

Postpartum is that wonderful when your body decides to throw you all kinds of curveballs just when you thought the hardest part was over. Yes, you've successfully brought a human into the world (go you!), but now your body is on a wild ride of its own. From mood swings that could qualify for an Olympic event to physical symptoms that make you wonder if your body’s warranty is up, here’s a rundown of postpartum issues that you definitely shouldn’t ignore. And remember, you're not alone—even if it does feel like your body is now a stranger making weird decisions on its own.

Pregnancy Features BlogAdminApril 26, 2024postpartum, depression, new baby, new momComment

3 Tips For The First Three Months Of Your Baby’s Life

When you have your first child, you imagine your baby is going to come out of the womb smiling, giggling, and acting like a, well—baby! However, one of the biggest surprises that new parents find is that the first three months of your baby's life your baby isn't doing much giggling or playing at all. Also known as the fourth trimester, the first three months of your baby's life is your baby adjusting to being a part of the world. Here are three essential tips to navigate this infamous “fourth trimester.”