As a new mom, you may have heard the advice to “just nurse more” or “take more vitamins,” but the struggle with low milk supply is a real concern for many breastfeeding mothers. Fortunately, there are plenty of natural ways to help support and boost your milk production. In this guide, we’ll dive into ten…
I remember staring at a small, amber bottle on my shelf while my due date crept closer. Someone had whispered, half-helpful, half-myth, that castor oil could “get things moving.” I kept the bottle unopened for days, weighing hope against worry. In the end I wanted one simple thing: clear information I could use to make…
Even if you typically make healthy choices regarding what you eat- you’re still most likely going to need to make a few changes when you become pregnant. You’re going to need additional nutrients in order for your body to keep up with the demands of a growing baby- and there are certain foods that will…
Pregnancy heartburn can feel like your chest has turned into a tiny furnace with a bad attitude. One minute everything is fine, and the next, that burning climb starts up your throat like it pays rent there. The good news is that many moms have been through this same miserable little surprise, and a few…
One of the biggest problems that many moms deal with when they are pregnant is that they can’t take care of their morning sickness in an effective manner. They come across all sorts of different issues that make morning sickness that much worse – food, activity, and even just going through your normal routine may…
The weight of your growing baby can trigger back pain occasionally, and it is an issue you have to deal with especially in the third and final trimesters of your pregnancy. Aside from the weight of the growing baby, the pressure exerted by the uterus on your nerves and blood vessels can be enormous, on…
Getting pregnant is such a big deal! You don’t want to just casually slip this big announcement into a casual conversation, do you? Here are some rules on announcing your pregnancy and some great ideas for making this big announcement. How You Should & Shouldn’t Announce Your Pregnancy Tell Your Partner First Once you confirm…
The pregnant mother needs to be nourished effectively during the pregnancy trimesters; she is not providing nourishment for herself only but also for the baby. To avoid severe birth defects, the pregnant mum must maintain a healthy lifestyle, including staying away from alcohol, cigarettes, and unhealthy diets that can cause severe damage to the growing…
Breastfeeding Pain and Discomfort: What to Know and How to Cope Breastfeeding is a natural process, but it can be challenging. Many mothers experience discomfort or pain during the early days and beyond. Whether it’s sore nipples, engorgement, or other issues, understanding why these problems happen and how to manage them can make a huge…
When you become pregnant, you may start to notice that you’re experiencing many more sleep disturbances, such as heartburn, snoring, leg cramps, and nausea. Plus, if you already had bad sleep habits before you became pregnant, you will likely notice that pregnancy just compounds them. Here are a few tips to help you get a…