Many pregnant women wonder if it’s okay to keep running while expecting. For most women with healthy, uncomplicated pregnancies, running is usually safe and beneficial. Still, it’s important to pay close attention to your body and follow some guidelines to make sure both you and your baby stay healthy. Always talk to your doctor before...
The term “layette for a newborn” can sound fancy, but it simply means the first set of clothes, accessories, and must-have basics put together for a baby before they arrive. Think of it as the baby’s first wardrobe-a bundle of items you’ll need from the moment your newborn comes home. Years ago, layettes were often...
Becoming a dad is a big life change, filled with excitement, nervousness, and sometimes worry. You can’t be completely ready for everything a newborn brings, but there are lots of things you can do in advance to feel more prepared and involved. Getting ready isn’t just about practical tasks-it’s also about preparing your mind and...
Pregnancy is a major life change for both parents. While mothers physically carry the baby, fathers are also key during these important nine months. They do much more than just wait-they have an active part to play through care, support, and shared responsibility. A dad’s involvement, from giving emotional help to lending a hand with...
Birthing ball exercises are a great option for parents-to-be, providing a simple way to deal with pain, build muscle, and help labor move along. Birthing balls aren’t just regular gym balls-they’re specially made to support a pregnant body during all parts of pregnancy, from handling everyday aches to labor and even recovery afterward. They offer...
You’re halfway through your pregnancy! Weeks 20 to 24 are a special time, filled with noticeable changes for both you and your baby. Your baby’s organs are maturing quickly and starting to work together. What was once a tiny group of cells is now beginning to look and act more like a newborn. These weeks...
Between weeks 9 and 13 of pregnancy, your baby grows and changes quickly. By the end of this stage, your baby is “fully formed.” This means all major organs, muscles, limbs, and bones are in place. There is still a lot of growing and maturing ahead, but the basic structures are ready. Your baby grows...
Getting ready for childbirth is an exciting and sometimes nervous time. Your body is naturally prepared to give birth, but there are lots of things you can do to make the process smoother and help you feel more ready. By learning about what happens during labor and looking after your feelings and mental health, you...
When people think about mental health during and after pregnancy, they usually focus on mothers. This is natural, as mothers go through huge physical and emotional changes. But fathers also experience their own emotional journey, which can affect their overall well-being, relationship with their partner, and their bond with their child. Mental health for fathers...
During pregnancy, most attention goes to expectant mothers, but becoming a father brings big changes and challenges too. This period, filled with excitement and hope, can also bring unexpected mental health struggles for men. Fathers are not protected from the emotional ups and downs of pregnancy and new parenthood. Stress, anxiety, and depression can all...
