Can Obesity Before Pregnancy Cause Cerebral Palsy?

Obese Pregnancy Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury

When you become pregnant, it’s impossible not to notice all the changes your body goes through. While many women tend to focus on their midsections before babies come into our lives, thanks in part to the overwhelming amount of diet and beauty standards portrayed in mass media, our bellies become a bigger focus once we’re […]

Working While Pregnant: What’s Safe and What’s Off Limits?

Working While Pregnant Safety Preterm Birth

While our bodies go through lots of changes during pregnancy, many women feel they can’t change their everyday routine. Sure, they may work out a little less rigorously (and should, depending on their stage of pregnancy and pre-pregnancy fitness level), but many keep up with house chores, planning around social activities, raising other kids, and […]

C-Section Rates: Can I Avoid a C-Section?

Avoid a C-Section

Sometimes, your birth doesn’t always go as planned. If you’re pregnant, you’ve probably already discussed with your doctor your ideal birth plan: maybe you want to go “all natural” without any drugs or medical interventions, or you desire a water birth. Perhaps you are experiencing a higher-risk pregnancy and already know a Cesarean section is […]