While dizziness in pregnancy may be cause for concern, this generally temporary lightheadedness is usually the result of a benign pregnancy-related cause. A lot is going on in your body when you are pregnant, and it can have an impact on your overall circulation. Often, this inhibited circulation leads to dizziness in pregnancy and, as a result, lightheadedness that is almost … [Read more...] about Causes of Dizziness in Pregnancy
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Early Signs of Pregnancy While on Birth Control
No matter what type of birth control you use, you still have a chance of getting pregnant. Abstinence is the only 100-percent effective method of birth control. Rates of pregnancy occurring while on birth control range from 0.09 percent to 9 percent, depending on the type of birth control used, according to a chart provided by AmazingPregnancy.com. Birth control itself can make … [Read more...] about Early Signs of Pregnancy While on Birth Control
Healthy Eating Phase II: 21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart by Neal D. Barnard, MD
In the first month of our 3 month challenge my husband and I conquered fast food and soda. We had a pretty successful month, except for the cheat of pizza. Even though it has been more than a month since I have had any soda, I still get the occasional craving. For some reason writing about it makes me crave it, weird! This month we are kicking things up a notch to … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating Phase II: 21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart by Neal D. Barnard, MD
Caster Oil to Induce Labor
Old wives' remedies include numerous do-it-yourself approaches to inducing labor, such as hot baths, enemas, herbs, sexual intercourse and castor oil. Castor oil, traditionally used as a laxative, has been the subject of study in some clinical trials. However, according to an article published in the May 2003 issue of "American Family Physician," there's no conclusive evidence … [Read more...] about Caster Oil to Induce Labor
Paint Colors for a Baby Nursery
Don't let the joy of decorating your baby's room be tempered by the overwhelming number of choices you face. When you start by choosing the perfect color scheme, the rest will be easier and more fun. Selecting just the right colors depends on personal preferences, but the Creative Baby Nursery Rooms website suggests that if you go with more than one color, keep them in the same … [Read more...] about Paint Colors for a Baby Nursery