How is time pregnant calculated?

Time pregnant is counted from the first day of your last menstrual period.All four fields in the due date calculator (estimated due date, we...

Can I dye my hair while pregnant?

Although hair dyes frequently contain some unsavory chemicals, the amount of pollutants actually absorbed into the body is extremely low, so...

Is it safe to have sex when pregnant?

Sex during pregnancy is generally safe right up until the day of delivery. It’s an excellent way to get a bit of exercise, stay relaxed, and...

Can I smoke while pregnant?

Smoking while pregnant can lead to serious birth defects and developmental disabilities, as well as make you more likely to miscarry. Smokin...

Can I drink alcohol while pregnant?

Although there are differing opinions on the subject, it’s important to note that no amount of alcohol has been proven safe during pregnancy...

How do I deny a belly rub?

Once you start showing, your bump might start to become a hand-magnet for friends, family, and strangers alike. If people touching you makes...

Is vaginal bleeding/spotting dangerous?

Vaginal bleeding, spotting, or an increased amount of vaginal discharge--especially heavy bleeding and any prior to week 37--can be serious....

What does breastfeeding feel like?

Breastfeeding can feel like a roller coaster of ups and downs, depending on how used to it you’ve become. The good news: once you’ve adapted...

Why can’t I sleep?

When your hormones are going haywire and you’ve got a bump the size of a basketball, it’s not always easy to get enough quality shut-eye. Af...

Is depression normal?

As many as one in ten women report feeling depressed at some point during pregnancy, so this is a relatively normal feeling. Hormone fluctua...

What should I put on my baby registry?

Add whatever you’d love to have, but popular items include a car seat, a diaper bag, a crib, swaddling blankets, a stroller, breastfeeding s...

When should I buy maternity clothes?

When you’ll need to buy maternity clothes depends on your pregnancy, style, and preferences, but you’ll usually need your first items betwee...

When do I buy a maternity bra?

You may find you start to outgrow your bra between about 8 and 10 weeks into your first trimester, but every woman’s body changes differentl...

How do I prevent stretch marks?

There’s no one good way to prevent stretch marks, but exercise, a healthy and gradually-paced weight gain, and some topical creams may be ab...

What is a doula?

A doula is a professional labor coach who will help you prepare for delivery, both mentally and physically. Doulas are trained birthing expe...

What is a midwife?

Midwives are specially certified nurses that are available for prenatal questions and concerns that you may have. They can serve as either a...

Did my water break?

Your water breaking is the classic indication of labor, probably because of its immediacy. Your “water breaking” is actually a rupture of th...

Is delivery painful?

Everyone knows giving birth is no walk in the park, but there are lots of safe and healthy ways to manage the pain. You might handle pain di...

What does natural birth feel like?

Every woman experiences labor differently, with pain ranging from mild to severe. It’ll start with waves of contractions, which are often de...

What is an epidural?

An epidural is a form of local anesthesia that can help you manage the pain of childbirth. An epidural is probably the most popular form of ...

Who should be in the delivery room?

Having a spot in the delivery room can mean a lot to family and friends, but choosing who to have present can be tough and lead to some awkw...

How much weight should I gain?

The amount of weight that a woman is supposed to gain throughout the course of pregnancy depends on her weight before conception, and is det...