A surge of progesterone inthe first trimestertends to ramp up oil production in pregnancy. In some, the oil is lighter and hydrating, giving you that famous pregnancy glow. But if your body's unique mix ofpregnancy hormonesis especially strong, you may find yourself with acne like you haven'...
What causes pregnancy acne? Opens a new window It’s not guaranteed that your face will break out during pregnancy, but there’s a good chance that zits or splotches will strike even if you’ve never been plagued by pimples before.
While waterbirth may appear to be a new trend, it has been practiced for centuries around the globe, from Japan where women labored in the sea to Finland where women delivered in saunas. In the US, it gained more mainstream acknowledgment in the 1980s but its practice in traditional ...
Simplify.Take a break from multitasking and prioritize what's necessary and what's not. Save your energy for the things that are really important to you. A little forgetfulness during pregnancy is normal. However, if you're having a lot of trouble thinking or concentrating, if you're ...
If you have hemorrhoids, soak in a tub of warm water to ease discomfort. Ask your healthcare provider how you can treat hemorrhoids. Leg cramps and swelling may be caused by low calcium levels or the added weight of pregnancy. Raise your legs above the level of your heart to decrease ...
While swelling can and should be expected at any point during pregnancy, it is usually noticeable in the fifth month, increasing into the third trimester. While water and fluid retention are the primary contributing factors to swelling during pregnancy, other elements can also contribute to the sev...
Fasting means your child has not eaten anything or had anything to drink except water. A random glucose test can be done any time of day, no matter how long ago your child ate. An oral glucose tolerance test starts with a fasting blood sugar level check. Your child is then given a ...
Sex after birth can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Here's what to know when you're ready to get intimate again after pregnancy.
In April 2019, the FDA approved Plenity to aid in weight management, in conjunction with diet and exercise, in overweight and obese adults with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 25 to 40 kg/m2.Plenity is an oral, non-systemic capsule that contains hydrogel particles that absorb water and ...
Testing may be considered if, you are pregnant, have no symptoms but have traveled to a Zika area. You will be tested 3 times during your pregnancy if you live in a Zika area. You will not be tested again if you have already tested positive. Your blood and urine will be collected and...