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As you make your way through the first trimester of pregnancy your body will begin to undergo some amazing and dynamic changes.
The last trimester of pregnancy can be stressful. As your baby reaches full term, it will become more and more difficult to be physically active, so be prepared for nesting and plenty of bed rest.
Fetal development, childbirth classes, immunizations, and maternity leave—below you'll find the information and resources to prepare your baby, and yourself, for the world that awaits.
There's never a more important time to watch what you eat and drink—after all, now you're eating for two. When you're pregnant, you have to eat what's right for both you and your baby.
If there's one thing that will always be at the forefront of your mind, it's the health of you and your baby. Symptoms like cramps, cravings, and constipation are to be expected, but in this section we also examine complications like gestational diabetes, placenta previa, and toxoplasmosis.
Learn about the importance of being prepared for that first scheduled visit with your doctor. We teach you about tests, the importance of checklists, and what to expect from your physician and your body in the first few weeks of pregnancy.
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In the second three months your baby and your body are growing rapidly. In the week-to-week sections, we fill you in on all the details, from what to expect from your doctor to what to ask from your partner.
Womanhood is going to be a lot different now that you're a mother-to-be. We'll teach you to set benchmarks to gain weight, when to talk with your doctor about taking maternity leave, and give great tips on how to ward off exhaustion.
Staying active during the early and middle stages of pregnancy is great for you and your baby. We take you through doctor-recommended exercises like lunges, leg-lifts, back-bends, yoga, and swimming, but remember to ask your physician before beginning an exercise program.
Are you ready for the big day? Here, we teach you about breastfeeding, c-sections, and the signs that you're about to go into labor.
Multiple births and premature babies present unique challenges to mothers and their doctors. In this section, we take you through the risks and rewards of special and high-risk pregnancies, and let you know what you can do if confronted with complications.
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