Nutrition

Eating for Two by Michaela Pershe When most people think of a diet, the most common thought that comes to mind is a strict regimen of foods you can’t eat — usually with the goal to lose weight. The purpose of a good prenatal diet, however, is not to lose weight and it is not…

Not Alone

You Are Not Alone by Pam Otis If you are pregnant, have you experienced a feeling of “sadness” or “detachment” from the baby inside you after learning of your pregnancy? Most of us have heard of postpartum depression caused by hormonal changes in a woman after pregnancy; however, there is also something called prenatal depression that is similar and…

Exercise

One Way to Stay Healthy During Pregnancy: Exercise by Grace Cooper Exercise is an important component to any healthy lifestyle, but it’s especially important for pregnant women. Despite what you may think, pregnancy isn’t all about bed rest and food cravings. If you already exercise regularly, pregnancy is no reason to stop—although you may have…

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Your New Baby by Michaela Pershe Breast milk is one of the healthiest and easiest, and yet the most underrated methods of nourishing your new baby. In our world today, feeding your newborn a bottle of formula is often encouraged; however, it does not contain nearly the amount of optimal nutrition found in a…