Pregnancy and Childbirth Guide

One of the most important aspects of getting pregnant is a healthy diet. Before and after conception, this is key to helping ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby. With the current low carb craze hitting the nation, many women of childbearing age are wondering about the effects of a low carb diet and getting pregnant. [...]

Many couples assume that if they want to have a baby all they need to do is stop whatever form of birth control they may be using. In some cases that may work beautifully. The odds are more likely that some time, planning, and patience will be required to conceive. One aspect of getting pregnant [...]

Since the beginning of the birth control movement in the 1960’s the birth control pill has helped thousands of women gain some control over their bodies and fertility. When used correctly it provides 99.9% protection from unplanned pregnancy. Given this number, while it is possible, the odds aren’t good for getting pregnant while on the [...]

Many people have a clear cut idea on how much time they want to have between their children. Some are eager to have their family completed in a relatively short period of time, while others feel it is better to have some space and distance in developmental stages. There is no right or wrong way [...]

Getting pregnant isn’t necessarily the easiest goal to achieve for perfectly healthy couples, but when you factor in people trying to conceive with health risks the odds can change dramatically. In the case of getting pregnant when overweight, things can get a little complicated. With proper medical care, knowing what the specific problem is, and [...]

Advice about getting pregnant can be conflicting to say the least. Women are bombarded with information about living a healthy lifestyle, exercising regularly, and staying as stress free as possible. Sometimes all of the advice can be a major stressor all by itself. We all know ovulation is the key time to conceive a baby, [...]

It is fascinating to study the multiple forms of folklore that has sprung up over the generations in relation to body functions. Pregnancy has always been a target for old wives’ tales and myths. The interesting thing is that many of these stories are at least in part, based in truth. Take for example the [...]

It is amazing the sheer number of myths and old wives’ tales that surround conception and pregnancy. Many a baby has been born because the woman or girl thought she couldn’t get pregnant the first time she had sex. Another common pregnancy myth is that dousing after sex either prevents or promotes pregnancy, that one [...]

There are few events that are more misunderstood and more heartbreaking than miscarriage. That type of loss is devastating to the parents emotionally and physically damaging to the mother. Parents who find themselves in this position may be met with insensitivity from family and friends who believe it would be better to just go on [...]

There is no doubt that having a baby is one of life’s greatest joys. Many women feel this experience was the most important and miraculous event that occurs in their lives. However, it is rare for a new mom to excited about the prospect of getting pregnant after giving birth. The body needs time to [...]