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The birth of a child is expensive. Without insurance, an uncomplicated birth can cost between $9,000 and $25,000, as of 2008. If there are additional complications, the costs can rise much higher. If you’re pregnant, health insurance is a must–it will take care of the bulk of these costs in most cases. However, you still have options if you are pregnant without health insurance.

If you’ve been trying to conceive without success, it’s natural to start to look for solutions to your problems. At times, even doctors may not be able to tell you why you haven’t been able to conceive yet. Ovulex is an herbal blend that, according to its manufacturer, strengthens your reproductive system to help you get pregnant. However, according to experts, there have been no clinical trials to prove its effectiveness.

Some women who already have potential pregnancy risks should abstain from intercourse while expecting, according to the Mayo Clinic and KidsHealth. Even if you don’t have a high-risk pregnancy, you should never let your partner blow air into your vagina, as this can cause a blood clot that endangers the lives of you and your unborn baby. Also, all pregnant women should avoid anal sex due to the risk of potentially dangerous bacterial infections.

If you are a Diet Coke drinker, giving it up might feel like sacrificing your right arm. As the exhaustion of pregnancy sets in and the stress of pregnancy weighs you down, your Diet Coke cravings may grow stronger. If the sugar, acids and caffeine in Diet Coke concern you, talk with your doctor. You may be able to indulge that craving just enough to take the edge off.

Now that you are pregnant, you may have so many questions that you want to ask your doctor on your first visit. It is easy to forget to ask these important questions during your first visit because of all the excitement and confusion. Prepare a list of questions so that you leave the office with enough information to help you deal with your pregnancy even before the baby bump shows.