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Look Out for These 8 Early Signs of ConceptionEvery pregnancy is different, but there are certain common signs of conception that occur for the majority of women in the first few weeks. After an egg is fertilized, it takes around a further six days for it to reach the uterus, and it’s usually at this point that pregnancy symptoms can first appear. Here are some … [Read more...] about Look Out for These 8 Early Signs of Conception

Weight training during pregnancy – you might wonder whether it’s safe and if doing so can make your pregnancy better. Fortunately, doctors now agree that it’s safe and beneficial to train with weights when you’re pregnant – with a few precautions.Benefits of Weight Training During PregnancyAccording to the Institute of Medicine, the risk of being too sedentary and … [Read more...] about Weight Training During Pregnancy

While most women picture deliver a baby “on land” and in a hospital bed, another alternative has emerged: a water birth. A water birth involves giving birth or laboring through the first stage of labor (before your baby’s birth is imminent) while in a warm tub of water, usually at about 97 degrees Fahrenheit. This may be at a birthing center or even rented for a home birth. The … [Read more...] about Four Facts That May Surprise You About Water Births