by Andrea Ingram | Apr 19, 2023 | Labor and Delivery, Pregnancy
What Do The Numbers During a Cervical Check Mean? Giving birth can be a nerve-wracking experience, and cervical checks can add to the anxiety. During labor, healthcare providers will perform cervical checks to determine the progress of labor. These checks measure...
by Jennifer Hardy | Apr 17, 2023 | Pregnancy
Best Sleeping Positions While Pregnant Pregnancy is a time of excitement, anticipation, and many physical changes. As the body goes through these changes, it’s important for expectant mothers to get adequate rest and sleep. However, finding the right sleep position...
by Andrea Ingram | Oct 24, 2022 | Pregnancy
Why Can’t Your Lie on Your Back While Pregnant? You’ve probably heard that you shouldn’t lie on your back during pregnancy, but why is that? Is it really that big of a deal? Let’s take a closer look at the risks and benefits of lying on your...
by Andrea Ingram | Oct 18, 2022 | First Trimester, Pregnancy
What is hCG? Hcg, or human chorionic gonadotropin, is a hormone produced during pregnancy. It is also referred to as the pregnancy hormone. Hcg levels can be detected in a woman’s blood as early as seven days after fertilization. Hcg levels continue to rise...
by Andrea Ingram | Oct 18, 2022 | Pregnancy
Skin Care Ingredients to Avoid while Pregnant Pregnancy is an exciting time full of changes, both physically and emotionally. You are growing a human being inside of you and it is amazing! However, there are a few things you should avoid during pregnancy, including a...
by Andrea Ingram | Oct 17, 2022 | Pregnancy
Are Prenatal Massages safe During Pregnancy? As a mom-to-be, you want to do everything you can to ensure a healthy pregnancy. But with all the information out there, it can be tough to know what’s best for you and your baby. When it comes to prenatal massages,...
by Andrea Ingram | Oct 17, 2022 | Pregnancy
Is it Safe to Color Hair While Pregnant? Pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman’s life. Your body is going through so many changes and you’re creating a human being! It’s natural to want to look and feel your best during this time. You may be...
by Caroline @ Swaddles n' Bottles | May 10, 2021 | Labor and Delivery, Pregnancy
Seven Things I Wish My Husband Knew Before Coming Into the Delivery Room #1 You are going to see a side of me you have, most likely, never seen before. Physically, emotionally, and mentally, I am going to go through the trenches during this...
by Caroline @ Swaddles n' Bottles | May 9, 2021 | Pregnancy
Stretch marks are a common worry of mom’s-to-be. I was definitely one of those worrisome pregnant women. I think I bought about 6 different lotions that were dedicated to the cause when I was only 5 weeks pregnant. I did extensive research on the topic, and come...
by Kelsey Hayes | May 9, 2021 | Pregnancy
The Most Common Mistakes Pregnant Women Make Pregnancy is by far one of the most unique times in a woman life. From ultra sounds to registering for gifts… and the feeling of having a life inside of you. It’s just wonderful. But it’s also a time when...
by Caroline @ Swaddles n' Bottles | May 9, 2021 | Labor and Delivery
This is a guest post from HealthyPregnancy.com. Their site offers dozens of articles and resources to guide you through each stage of your pregnancy. Read more about HealthyPregnancy.com at the end of this article. If you’re looking for ways to experience a drug-free...
by Kelsey Hayes | Mar 29, 2021 | Pregnancy
Deli Meat during Pregnancy: Why It Should Be Avoided Deli meats contain a bacteria called listeria, which can cause listeriosis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), listeriosis is a severe condition or infection caused by listeria...
by Kelsey Hayes | Feb 18, 2021 | Pregnancy
Painting Baby’s Nursery When Pregnant: safety precautions you should take Research shows that exposure to paint during pregnancy can cause a wide range of complications for the mother and the developing fetus. You may experience headaches, nausea, and loss of...
by Caroline @ Swaddles n' Bottles | Jan 31, 2021 | Labor and Delivery, Pregnancy
Red Raspberry Leaf Tea During Pregnancy: What Are the Benefits? Red raspberry is a traditional remedy for women during and after pregnancy. The raspberry leaf is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc,...
by Kelsey Hayes | Jan 31, 2021 | Pregnancy
Rh Incompatibility in Pregnancy. What Does it Mean for Mom and Baby? Rh stands for the Rhesus protein factor found on the surface of erythrocytes or red blood cells. You are Rh-positive if your blood has the protein and Rh-negative if your blood does not have Rhesus...