Pregnancy

Babies stretch and move constantly while in utero. As such, when making the journey to be delivered, it is not uncommon for babies to want to stretch their muscles after being in cramped quarters. Something that is easy for babies to do, given that they are so flexible and something they will continue to do

As exciting as pregnancy is, it can also feel pretty daunting. With all the changes your body goes through and the many life changes about to happen, it’s natural to have questions about what to expect and how to prepare for baby. Luckily, pregnancy podcasts are one of the best—and easiest—ways to gain all that

Trying to conceive can be one of the most exciting and anxious times of a woman’s life. There are couples who seem to get pregnant pretty quickly, and then other couples have to try for a few months (or even a year) to get pregnant. The couples who take a bit longer may begin to

The COVID-19 pandemic unexpectedly turned life upside down for everyone. While the pandemic has been ongoing for two years, experts are still trying to learn more about the virus and the consequences lockdown may have had, particularly for young children. Researchers from 13 different countries looked at data from 2,000 babies and toddlers, aged between

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) says the recent powdered baby formula recall has expanded to include another type of Similac formula. Parents and other consumers should avoid buying and using the affected formulas after an investigation linked the products to serious bacterial infections in five babies across three states. The recalled powdered baby formulas include

Women find that there are many rules about the positions they can lay or sleep in during pregnancy. However, one sleep position that is not generally discussed is laying on the stomach during pregnancy. Fortunately, for those women who enjoy lying face down on the pillow to relax or sleep, it is safe to lay

The World Health Organized, American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists all recommend new moms exclusively breastfeed until baby is six months old, as this helps give baby the nutrition they need and boosts their immune system. However, not every mom is able to do this—and it could be for

Leading experts including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) all strongly recommend the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy. All three organizations emphasize the safety of the vaccines and note that COVID-19 puts pregnant women at increased risk of severe complications. The

Infertility is an issue that affects millions of women. According to the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, nearly 11 percent of “women of reproductive age” suffer from the condition yearly. Finding the culprit is key to couples being able to realize their dream of becoming pregnant with a baby. And for some

Baby’s sight will start to solidify in the first three months of life. But have you ever wondered when they’ll start to understand their observations in the way adults do? Now one study is helping to find the answers. Scientists at the Institut des Sciences Cognitives Marc Jeannerod in France looked at 100 babies aged

Leave it to celebs to keep the animal baby name trend going, but this time, you can count Bear out (that’s so Kate Winslet circa 2013). Now, the latest moniker to get celebs howling with excitement is Wolf. Yes, that’s right. Stars ranging from Kylie Jenner to Eve Cooper recently named their babies in honor

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a new baby formula warning, which threatens to strain already dwindling supplies, even more, leaving worried parents scrambling. The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic had already caused supply issues. This warning and a probable recall further causes rising availability concerns, with parents across the country struggling to get

Severe maternal morbidity refers to life-threatening complications that arise during childbirth. While it’s a topic no one wants to think about while expecting, it sadly still affects a number of pregnancies in the United States. As of 2021, postpartum hemorraging remained the leading cause of prevental maternal death in America. Now, one study is finding

“How do I stop worrying about the chance of a miscarriage? I’m 13 weeks pregnant, and everything is good so far, but I’m still in a constant panic.” ~ WTE user Donna K How I wish I could wave a magic “no worry” wand over you and all the other moms-to-be who find themselves stuck in

What many parents do not know until they have unintentionally woken their babies, is that babies can cry in their sleep. It is a normal part of development, but it does not make loud screaming any less unnerving for parents. This is because most often, the root of the problem can be determined when soothing

Migraines are unfortunately a common issue that affect many Americans. But experts are saying pregnant women who experience them may be at an increased risk for complications. A study from the American Academy of Neurology and National Institutes of Health looked at over 30,000 pregnancies in approximately 19,000 women over a 20-year period. Of the

If you’re on social media, you’ve likely encountered misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine. Unfortunately, many of these rumors focus on miscarriage, with some viral posts claiming that the vaccine increases risk of pregnancy loss. Miscarriage, the unexpected end of a pregnancy before 20 weeks, occurs in around 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies, and pregnancy

If you have a common vision problem, such as hyperopia (farsightedness), myopia (nearsightedness), or astigmatism (blurry vision at all distances), then you’re likely familiar with contact lenses. Many people prefer contacts to frames since it gives them a glasses-free look without blurry vision. But as convenient as contact lenses are, they come with a variety

In previous research, experts have begun to understand how everyday life and environmental factors like climate change can impact pregnancy. Previous research has shown phthalates—chemicals which are added to make plastic more flexible and found in several everyday items—may negatively impact pregnant women. Now one study is finding they may disrupt a hormone that is

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that can cause abnormally long or infrequent menstrual periods, an excess of male (androgen) hormone levels, and follicles on the ovaries, which can prevent eggs from regularly being released. It’s more common and severe in people who carry extra weight. The exact causes of PCOS are unknown,