Cheers! with alcohol-free alternatives
Tis the holiday season, and often that means lots of parties and gatherings, usually involving alcohol. But if you are pregnant or trying to conceive, ...
What does it mean to have a short cervix?
A short cervix means the length of your cervix is shorter than normal. To be more specific, a short cervix is one that is shorter than 25 millimeters ...
Prematurity Awareness Month has arrived and here’s how you can help
Here at the March of Dimes November means Prematurity Awareness Month. Although we work all year round to fight preterm birth, this month we are worki ...
It’s time for the dentist
There's a lot to think about if you’re pregnant, or considering getting pregnant. Scheduling your preconception checkup or your prenatal care visits a ...
New study: don’t skip your Tdap vaccine
The March of Dimes recommends pregnant women receive the Tdap vaccine at 27 to 36 weeks of pregnancy. This vaccine protects against pertussis (also ca ...
Pregnancy after a preterm birth: can you prepare?
If you’re thinking about getting pregnant after having a premature baby, you may have many questions and concerns. Having had a premature baby in the ...
Heading on a vacation? If you’re pregnant, check our list first
Summer is here, which is a busy time for fun in the sun. If you’re like me, your summer schedule is filled up. I'm heading out on a vacation in a coup ...
Are phthalates in your food?
Plastic is a man-made substance that is used to make many products like bottles, toys and furniture. One group of chemicals used in the plastic-making ...
Pregnant in the heat – can I get some sleep?
As your belly is getting bigger, and the temperatures get hotter, your hours of sleep may be getting smaller. Lack of sleep is a common complaint we h ...
Too much? Too little? Or just right?
Weight gain seems to always be one of the topics of conversation for pregnant women. "How much should I gain?" "How do I stay healthy?" Turns out, how ...