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May 22, 2007 12:27 PM EDT -- There is much controversy as to whether the foods a woman eats while nursing can cause allergies, asthma, or intestinal discomfort in her baby. The idea that foods you eat may cause sensitivities or fussiness . . . more
August 03, 2007 09:13 AM EDT -- In a 2006 study, researchers from Brown Medical School and the Rhode Island Department of Health found a strong association between mothers with symptoms of postpartum depression and those with colicky . . . more
September 18, 2007 05:02 PM EDT -- When you think about the birth of a baby, do you think of it happening in a hospital bed, with an obstetrician, a nurse and, perhaps, an anesthesiologist? According to a 2006 report, an increasing number . . . more
September 18, 2007 05:09 PM EDT -- Your main goal during pregnancy is to ensure that your diet is filled with all the components needed to support your baby. That means maximizing the nutrients in the foods you eat and making sure they . . . more
June 29, 2007 11:34 AM EDT -- I heard the words that no woman wants to hear -- “I can’t find a fetal heart rate.” Then, it hit me. I was having a miscarriage. When I told family and friends about our loss, I was . . . more
July 20, 2007 04:06 PM EDT -- The practice of Reiki, which may be as old as 2,500 years, is mentioned in Tibetan sutras and in ancient records of cosmology and philosophy.  The name Reiki comes from the Japanese words rei, meaning . . . more
May 15, 2007 09:23 AM EDT -- The first couple of weeks of your pregnancy probably happen without you knowing about it. Your baby begins his journey as a single cell called a zygote, which means “yoked together” in Greek. . . . more
May 22, 2007 12:18 PM EDT -- One of the first and most important decisions that new mothers make is whether to breast-feed or bottle-feed their babies. In fact, you should make this decision before giving birth, because the first . . . more
May 22, 2007 12:20 PM EDT -- Your body’s ability to produce and provide milk to your baby is controlled by hormones in your body, primarily one called prolactin. Levels of this hormone rise after delivery, enabling you to feed . . . more
May 22, 2007 12:24 PM EDT -- Even though breast-feeding is a natural process for your body, it may not feel natural or come to you easily. Nursing may cause slight pain and discomfort at first, but once you get used to the sensation, . . . more
May 15, 2007 09:20 AM EDT -- Pregnancy is surely the most astounding process that the human body can undergo. That a woman’s body can support the development of another human being from a single cell to a newborn is truly a . . . more
May 17, 2007 09:38 AM EDT -- During the first three months of pregnancy, your body undergoes radical changes to adjust to the new life it now supports. Even though the later stages of pregnancy appear more dramatic to the outside . . . more
June 14, 2007 04:52 PM EDT -- Pregnant women should not drink alcohol, smoke, or use recreational drugs during their pregnancies. If you are addicted to these substances or have trouble quitting, get help immediately. In addition: . . . more
June 21, 2007 05:58 PM EDT -- When you’re in a stressful situation, anxiety and tension have an immediate effect on your body. Your heart rate and breathing speed up, the shoulder muscles tense, your stomach may turn, and you . . . more
June 07, 2007 11:31 AM EDT -- About 5 percent of women experience gestational diabetes, which is the development of high blood sugar and diabetes only during pregnancy. Even if you have never had problems with your blood sugar before, . . . more
June 14, 2007 04:46 PM EDT -- The strange food cravings of pregnant women are often a source of humor in popular culture. While you may not necessarily crave pickles and ice cream, most women do find that they have an inexplicable . . . more
August 03, 2007 09:21 AM EDT -- As much as you want to see it happen, losing weight after having a baby can seem impossible. Research from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology demonstrated that women retain an average of . . . more
May 25, 2007 01:38 PM EDT -- A recent review of the cases of 14,000 couples demonstrated that the causes of infertility can be broken down roughly into fourths: a little over one-fourth are due to ovulation disorders or a depleted . . . more
May 25, 2007 02:29 PM EDT -- Small changes in how you conduct your lovemaking can help sperm reach the uterus more easily: If you use a lubricant, choose it carefully. Better still, avoid them. Even though they’re not designed . . . more
August 10, 2007 09:36 AM EDT -- When you think about the birth of a baby, do you think of it happening in a hospital bed, with an obstetrician, a nurse and, perhaps, an anesthesiologist? According to a 2006 report, an increasing number . . . more
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