Overcoming 9 Pregnancy Sleep Troubles
... of your pregnancy! 7. Sleep Stealer: Calf cramps. "I used to wake up screaming in pain from calf cramps...Soon-to-be moms worry about the sleep deprivation they'll face once their bundle of joy arrives... and turning. Here's a guide to taking back your nights. 1. Sleep Stealer: Sore breasts. The first body change...
Pregnancy Symptom Soothers
Not sleeping? Is your back killing you? Can't stand those cankles? Here, easy solutions for the 13 most common side effects.
10 First Trimester To-Dos
Congratulations on your pregnancy! You've seen the positive markers on an at-home pregnancy test and a blood test has confirmed you're expecting. Now what do you do? Our checklist will help you get through your first trimester and pave the way for the rest of your pregnancy ... and your new life with Baby!
Understanding Pregnancy Sleep Problems
... physical and emotional factors that may contribute to sleep difficulties during pregnancy. Learn why you... by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), 78 percent of women reported more disturbed sleep during pregnancy than... quality of sleep is still likely worse than it was before pregnancy due to general physical discomfort...
How to Get a Better Night's Sleep While Pregnant
... any shut-eye. Another sleep saboteur: fluctuating pregnancy hormones, which interfere with your...: That burgeoning bump can make it tough to find a comfortable sleep position, especially as you near labor day....
The Fix
"Get in the habit early on of trying different sleep positions," says Shelby Freedman Harris, Psy...
Baby Products We Can't Live Without
You asked, we answered. We had real moms tell us which baby gear really got them through those first few roller-coaster months -- behold the 13 lifesavers you need to register for.
21 Most Embarrassing Pregnancy Problems
You expected the glowy skin and gorgeous bump -- probably not the itchy boobs or extra gas. Here, we've got the lowdown on everything you've been dying to ask about your most blush-worthy pregnancy issues.
Gender Prediction Quiz
Are you pregnant and wondering if you are having a girl or a boy? Take this gender prediction quiz that predicts the gender of your baby!
Pregnancy Eating: What's Safe, What's Not
The one time you're actually supposed to eat more -- and now it suddenly seems like every food is off limits. Here, the final word on which foods to skip and which ones are A-OK during pregnancy.
10 Things for New Moms to Know About Sleep
...That's because her internal clock isn't up and running yet. "There is no rhyme or reason to sleep... until about 6 to 10 weeks," says sleep expert Jodi Mindell, PhD, author of Sleep Deprived No More... rouses in the night, he can put himself back to sleep. Erika Riley, of Minneapolis, learned this the hard...
Relief for Common Pregnancy Pains
What causes these five pregnancy discomforts -- and how you can deal with them? Here's how to find relief for even the worst pregnancy pains.
Essential Gear for Baby's First Six Weeks
Babies don't really need a lot of gear the first few weeks at home. Despite the temptation to buy all the wonderful baby clothes and gadgets available, a few basics are all you and your baby need.
6 Tips for a Stylish Pregnancy
Being pregnant doesn't mean you can't keep up with the trends and feel fashionable. According to Jody Kozlow Gardner, coauthor of Pregnancy Chic: The Fashion Survival Guide (Villard), the key to dressing modern and sexy during pregnancy is to pick out the trends you like and adapt them to your new body. Check out these tips to up your pregnancy style quotient.
Pregnancy Weight Gain Calculator
How much weight should you gain while you're pregnant? Keep tabs on your pregnancy pounds with our pregnancy weight gain calculator.
Due Date Calculator
You know you're pregnant, but when exactly will your baby make his big entrance? Use our pregnancy due date calculator to find out.
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