The world is not in need of more pregnancy guides, yet they keep publishing them. The latest gives us a “millennial’s” take on the classic questions and choices of every pregnancy. Leslie Schrock mixes it… Read More »Bumpin’ : A Modern Pregnancy Guide
A certain level of physical activity during pregnancy is great for you and your baby. Sometimes it helps to get a little nudge from a fitness professional, like contributor Verena Schiml of New York’s Mom in Balance.… Read More »Ten Great Benefits Of Exercise During Pregnancy
Everyone expects pregnancy to be a time for joy and happiness, right? But, for many women, it’s not that simple. Dr. Emma Basch, NYC based clinical psychologist, shares her tips for preparing for pregnancy, gathering support… Read More »Pregnancy and Emotional Health
“But I don’t feel depressed.” I hear this time and time again from pregnant and postpartum women who call my clinical practice. These women are plagued by anxiety, racing thoughts, restlessness, sleep difficulties, compulsive behaviors,… Read More »It’s Not Just Depression: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
A couple of weeks ago, Holly Ellis Spiegel shared some stories and tips about dealing with unsolicited parenting advice. Now, she’s tackling those pesky comments that pregnant women invariably get (i.e. You’re HUGE! Are you… Read More »4 Ways to Handle Unsolicited Pregnancy Comments
Are you expecting your first, second, third child? Announcing your pregnancy in the workplace (yes, even in this “evolved” world of 2017), you may find your news doesn’t garner as much enthusiasm and well wishes… Read More »Five Things to Consider Before Telling Your Boss You’re Pregnant
Zika continues to be a concern for expectant mothers everywhere. Where do we travel (or not)? What precautions should we take? What is the real story? Dr. Natalie L.D. Mathurin shares her expertise. Impending motherhood is a time… Read More »The Zika Virus and Pregnancy: The Basics
Doula and childbirth educator, Brittany Sharpe McCollum, founder of Blossoming Bellies Wholistic Birth Services in Philadelphia, shares her expertise and advice about how to choose a childbirth education class when you’re expecting. In our society,… Read More »Choosing a Birth Class: Hospital-Based vs. Independent Childbirth Education
Our Editor-in-Chief is also a birth doula and has supported nearly 100 women during their labors and deliveries. She has some thoughts on the new recommendations that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)… Read More »ACOG Finally Recommends What Laboring Women Have Known For Centuries
Let’s not beat around the bush, a breast pump isn’t something you want to think much about, or remember once you’re through with its much-needed help. Many of you reading this will be second or… Read More »Breast Pumps to be Pumped About