Lauren Hartmann 
Feel guilty when you put your feet up to watch a new episode of Trading Spaces? How about when you down a whole candy bar — or you stay out a little later than usual with your book-club pals (or even wish you belonged to a book club)? Guilty again? Time to stop. Turns out … Read more about 14 Things Not to Feel Guilty About
Breastfeeding comes with more gear than you ever imagined! Our checklist narrows down what you really need. Essentials Breast Pump and Bottles Pumping your milk helps ensure there’s food for your baby when you’re not around (plus Dad can take on some of those late night feedings!). Disposable Freezer Bags You’ll need a supply of … Read more about Breastfeeding Checklist
Approximately 70 percent of all women experience some degree of back pain and pressure during their second and third trimesters, according to a study published in 2004 in the journal Obstet Gynecol. Strengthen, soothe, and support back muscles with these 12 medication-free strategies for back pain relief. Good Posture Why it works: A bulging pregnant belly shifts your center of gravity out from your … Read more about 12 Ways to Relieve Pregnancy Back Pain
Looking for something your partner can do to ease your pregnancy woes? Here are a few simple massage techniques. An aching back, cramping legs, feet so swollen it feels like you’re walking on bricks … pregnancy can make you sore all over. Looking for relief? Grab your partner and try some simple massage techniques that can ease painful … Read more about Pregnancy Massage: A Guide for Couples
Are you overweight and pregnant? Get tips from the experts on how to look good and feel great all the way up to your due date. Kara Islington weighed 236 pounds when she found out she was expecting her first child. “I was absolutely thrilled to be pregnant, but because of my size, I felt … Read more about 5 Essentials for a Healthy, Happy Plus-Size Pregnancy
It’s double the deceit when it comes to common twin misconceptions. Fiction and mythology have surrounded multiple births since ancient times, but what’s the truth? Get the facts here. “Twins Are Opposites” Myth: The notion of twins always possessing complementary or opposing character traits is infused in mythology throughout the world and has carried over into modern times … Read more about Twin Myths and Facts: Debunking popular misconceptions about multiples
The boiled-down basics for eating right while expecting. Trying to figure out what you can and can’t eat during pregnancy is complicated! This simple primer can help you keep it all straight and set you on the perfect nutritional path (without too much fuss!). Wondering how you’ll need to change your diet to accommodate your … Read more about The 6 Rules of Pregnancy Nutrition
Baby poop, baby stool is not the most exciting topic for new parents, but important none the less. Newborn poop can surprise new moms, find out why. Motherhood is not for the squeamish. That must be why prospective mothers must endure 40 weeks of bizarre physical changes culminating in a veritable riot of bodily fluids … Read more about Baby Stool, Baby Poop – What to Expect in Baby’s Diaper
Fathers often feel left out when it comes to bonding with their babies. Here are a few ideas to ensure the strongest of bonds! Fathers and prospective fathers often feel like they’ve been “left out in the cold” when it comes to connecting with their babies. A father can’t feel his baby growing inside him, … Read more about 10 Easy Ways for Dad to Bond with Baby
Deciphering developmental milestones and what to do when there is a delay. Do you sense that there might be something wrong with your child’s development? Find out when it is important to call a doctor or see a specialist. My friends Dave and Patricia have two kids, Xavier and Declan. They’re what are technically known … Read more about Could Your Child Be Developmentally Delayed?
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