Breathing is both a voluntary and involuntary action. We can control our heart rate, our blood pressure and our pain thresholds. Practice the art of breathing in and up, out and down. You’ll be amazed at how much that simple action allows you to focus and listen to your body, and your baby. A quick
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When your feelings of anxiety and sadness might be more than just the “baby blues” talk with your health care provider to address your concerns. Remember, you’re not alone. All women deal with hormone changes. It’s just a matter of how quickly our body readjusts or how quickly we notice the blues aren’t departing. Reach out
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Doctors and Nutritionists have warned for years that it is important to avoid certain foods during your pregnancy. We all know we should avoid things such as raw fish, uncooked eggs and brie while we are pregnant but did you know sweet potatoes are just as dangerous to you and your unborn baby? Sweet potatoes
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There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to pregnancy weight gain. How much weight you need to gain depends on various factors, including your pre-pregnancy weight and body mass index (BMI). Your health and your baby’s health also play a role. A healthy gain for most women is between 25 and 35 pounds. If you are overweight, you
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Walking is a great way to keep the body moving during pregnancy! Want a little more intensity…walk up a hill or on a treadmill at an incline. Bonus, this exercise does a great job of toning up the lower body and working the heart. For more great exercises to do for cardiovascular exercise during pregnancy
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