Pregnancy Blog
Evidence-based articles and expert guidance for every stage of your pregnancy journey.
Exercise During Pregnancy: A Safe, Trimester-by-Trimester Guide
Discover safe exercises during pregnancy, what to avoid, and how to stay active in every trimester. Evidence-based guidance from ACOG and leading health organisations.
Mental Health During Pregnancy: Understanding Anxiety, Mood Changes, and When to Seek Help
Learn about mental health during pregnancy, including anxiety, depression, mood changes, and practical self-care strategies. Evidence-based guidance on when and how to seek support.
Sleep Positions During Pregnancy: What's Safe, What Helps, and How to Actually Rest
Find the best sleeping positions during pregnancy, pillow tips for each trimester, and evidence-based remedies for pregnancy insomnia. Safe, practical advice backed by research.
Back Pain During Pregnancy: Relief & Prevention
Expert-backed solutions for pregnancy back pain. Learn about safe stretches, proper posture, support belts, and when to see a doctor.
Braxton Hicks vs. Real Contractions: How to Tell the Difference
Is it Braxton Hicks or real labor? Learn how to distinguish practice contractions from true labor contractions and when to go to the hospital.
Caffeine During Pregnancy: How Much is Safe?
ACOG recommends limiting caffeine to less than 200mg daily during pregnancy (about one 12-oz coffee). Learn about caffeine in coffee, tea, soda, chocolate, and energy drinks.
Constipation in Pregnancy: Safe Relief Options
Pregnancy constipation is uncomfortable but treatable. Learn about safe remedies including fiber, hydration, stool softeners, and when to use laxatives.
Dizziness & Fainting During Pregnancy: Is It Normal?
Feeling lightheaded or dizzy during pregnancy? Learn about causes including low blood pressure and low blood sugar, when it's normal, and when to call your doctor.
Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy: Complete Guide
Essential food safety guide for pregnancy. Learn which foods to avoid including raw fish, deli meat, unpasteurized cheese, and high-mercury fish, with CDC and FDA guidance.
Gestational Diabetes Diet: What to Eat & Avoid
Manage gestational diabetes with a balanced diet focusing on complex carbohydrates, lean protein, healthy fats, and portion control. Learn meal planning, blood sugar monitoring, and safe foods.
Heartburn & Indigestion in Pregnancy: Safe Remedies
Pregnancy heartburn is miserable but manageable. Learn about safe remedies, foods to avoid, when to take antacids, and how to sleep comfortably.
Iron-Rich Foods for Pregnancy: Boost Your Levels Naturally
Prevent anemia with iron-rich foods including lean red meat, spinach, beans, and fortified cereals. Learn about heme vs. non-heme iron and how vitamin C boosts absorption.
Leg Cramps in Pregnancy: Why They Happen & How to Stop Them
Painful nighttime leg cramps are common in pregnancy. Learn about causes, instant relief techniques, and prevention strategies including stretching and magnesium.
Morning Sickness Remedies That Actually Work
Evidence-based remedies for pregnancy nausea and vomiting. Learn what works according to medical research—from ginger and vitamin B6 to acupressure and diet changes.
Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy (SPD): Causes & Treatment
Sharp pelvic pain when walking or moving? You may have SPD (symphysis pubis dysfunction). Learn about causes, safe treatments, and when to see a physical therapist.
Pregnancy-Safe Fish: Low Mercury Options
Fish provides essential omega-3s for baby's brain development. Learn which fish are safe during pregnancy including salmon, sardines, and cod, plus mercury levels and serving sizes.
Round Ligament Pain: What It Feels Like & How to Ease It
Sharp groin pain during pregnancy? It's likely round ligament pain. Learn what causes it, how to recognize it, and safe ways to find relief.
Swollen Feet & Ankles During Pregnancy: When to Worry
Mild swelling is normal in pregnancy, but sudden severe swelling can signal preeclampsia. Learn normal vs. dangerous swelling and safe relief strategies.
First Trimester Survival Guide: What to Expect in Weeks 1-12
Everything you need to know about the first trimester of pregnancy — from early symptoms to nutrition tips, doctor visits, and how to manage morning sickness.
Pregnancy Nutrition Essentials: What to Eat (and What to Avoid)
A comprehensive guide to pregnancy nutrition — the best foods to eat, nutrients you need, foods to avoid, and meal planning tips for every trimester.
How to Count Baby Kicks: A Complete Guide to Fetal Movement
Learn when to start counting baby kicks, how to do kick counts properly, what's normal, and when to call your doctor about changes in fetal movement.