When women are pregnant, they are keen to supplement vitamins for the babies by eating fruits. While for most women, it is confusing to choose the best fruits for the babies. Pregnant women should eat more fruits, especially fruits like autumn pears, persimmons, oranges and figs.

As one of the most ancient fruits, autumn pears play an important role in reducing pressure and removing heat. Autumn pears are sweet and refreshing with pleasant fragrance. They are rather effective in...

Everybody know that when you're pregnant, you have to take extra care of yourself (and baby!) by eating better and exercising, stopping smoking and drinking, and staying away from certain activities, but some people don't stop to think about how their current lifestyle can affect their fertility!

If you are reading this article, chances are you're either already trying to conceive or you're thinking about it and are trying to find out the best way to go about starting this...

Sunless tanning in cream forms are more likely safe for pregnant women as they don't need to go outdoors for sun bathing or be exposed with UV rays through UV tanning beds. Most women settled on sunless tanning as they are more concerned about their babies and not just of their looks.

Most women are most likely destined to experience motherhood. And no women want to look unattractive during their pregnancy, thus, making them more interested about getting a sun-kissed and healthy...

Everyone knows that exercise is very good for your health. During pregnancy, exercise can have many other benefits as well. Normally, exercise should be light, especially during your first few weeks of pregnancy while your body adjusts to the changes.

Any type of heavy exercise can divert the blood flow from crucial areas, and most women that exercise on a regular basis should tone down their workout regimen during pregnancy.

Swimming, walking, and yoga are two...

My husband and I have been trying to conceive for some time now – since march, but nothing yet; my cycles are irregular (march 20, April 25, may 24) according to MANY websites is an average of 33 days, so based on that my last ovulation was on June 12 and my next period should be on the 26th of June. I know it looks like we have it figure out... but there's a little flaw in our plan; he travels A LOT for work and so it happens that we were only able to have intercourse on Thurs 3...

Caesarean birthhas picked up as a trend in the last few decades. More and more would-be mothers want to avoid the labor pain and effort involved in delivery. Quite contrary to the belief of that surgical birth is a safe, quick and a pain-less procedure, it comes with many disadvantages and risks. As compared to vaginal or natural pregnancy labor and delivery which involves reduced usage of drugs and shorter hospitalization period, birth with surgical procedures is not free of risks and...

ABSOLUTE NO-NOs DURING PREGNANCY:

1. Alcohol is a strict no-no. The results of alcohol consumption during pregnancy can be disastrous, leading to birth deformations and even miscarriages.

2. Stay away from coffee, carbonated drinks, junk food, and street food.

3. Do not take any medications which are not prescribed by the gynecologist. Do not even think of applying those ointments for acne because they are easily absorbed into the system.

4. Do not bleach, the...

If you are wondering whether or not you might be pregnant, you may be on the verge of heading off to the drug store to make the purchase of a home pregnancy test.  For many women in the 21st century, the home pregnancy test has become the most important tool through which they ultimate determine whether or not they are pregnant.  If you are considering the purchase and use of a home pregnancy test, there are some facts and factors that you will want to keep in...

Pregnant but still craving your caffeine fix? A new study published by the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology may help dissuade you from reaching for a second cup of coffee. It finally answers the question of how much is too much caffeine during pregnancy.

First of all, let’s discuss why caffeine may be harmful to a developing fetus. Caffeine does cross the placenta, from mother to baby, constricts blood vessels and can inhibit blood flow. The fetus can...

In ancient Greece, men used to have sex lying on their right side in hopes of conceiving a son.

In medieval France, men would tie off their left testicle in order to produce a baby boy only.

Sounds strange and unusual? Maybe, but the desire to choose gender of their baby is still strong among today's parents-to-be. They just don't want to rely on the same primitive (an ineffective) methods.

Today, there are cutting edge technologies available which can...