For the health of mothers and their unborn babies, many–for good reason–turn to taking prenatal vitamins while pregnant and lactating (and even when trying to get pregnant too). There are a multitude of options out there, and although opting for an organic prenatal vitamin might be the best, some don’t know where to start when ...
When a woman finds out that she is pregnant everything changes for her. This time in her life is the best, she can never seem to figure out anytime at all that has made her happier. With this new pregnancy comes many different changes including how she eats, what she eats, what she wears and ...
In recent years, breastfeeding has become a more popular choice for many mothers that desire to offer their child the best possible start in life. However, breastfeeding myths still seem to prevail. In part three of this series; I will explore some of the most common myths about a nursing mother’s diet. A Breastfeeding Mom ...
Pregnancy can be an exciting and wonderful time, but there are also some definite problems to deal with during this time. One of the most common problems during pregnancy is nausea. This is often referred to as “morning sickness,” although it often affects women throughout the day. Morning sickness can be made even worse by ...
Many women who are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant take the following advice from their health care provider: “take a prenatal vitamin.” Before you go out and purchase a prenatal multivitamin, make sure that you know what’s in it, especially if you already take multivitamins on a regular basis. Research shows that the following ...
Choosing which prenatal vitamins to take while pregnant can be a difficult and worrisome task. So many different brands offer all sorts of blends of vitamins, minerals, and supplements. It can be a challenge to choose one or the other because typically they all contain similar mixes of nutrients and similar amounts of the nutrients. ...
Choosing a reputable prenatal vitamin brand is the very first action a mother can take to provide for her baby’s welfare. Proper nutrition and prenatal vitamins are crucial for a fetus to develop properly and have a healthy birth. Liquid prenatal vitamins are easier and more convenient to take than those in pill form. All ...
