For many new mothers, one of the most difficult decisions that they have to make relates to returning to work or remaining a stay at home mom. This is a financially based decision for far too many women, who would much rather stay at home with their babies or even work just part-time but are pressured to return to work by money worries. By Sharon L. Secor |
 | This week-by-week pregnancy timeline will help you anticipate changes in your body and know the milestones of your baby's development. By Maeve Rich |
The stages of pregnancy introduce important growth and development of the baby and its many organs, systems and body functions. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
A twin pregnancy is different from a single pregnancy in several important ways. The development of twins generally mimics the development of a single baby, but sharing a uterus makes a twin pregnancy distinctive. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
From the very beginning of your pregnancy, everything you ingest is delivered to your baby through the placenta. Good nutrition is important to giving your baby the best start in life. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
Calculating your pregnancy due date is simple but should not be considered a definitive date. Your doctor will most likely calculate the due date for your pregnancy right after she confirms that you're pregnant. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
For the nine months that you carry your baby, every week brings new developments. From a microscopic group of cells to a fully-functioning baby, the development of a baby brings complex changes and growth every week. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
It's very important that expectant mothers follow a baby kicking count. A study completed in 2005 and funded by the International Stillbirth Alliance found that half of women who had experienced stillbirth noticed the baby's movement decrease several days before it happened. By Christina Elston |
There are many pregnancy questions you will ask through the course of your pregnancy and after delivery. You've had six weeks of bliss with your newborn, getting to know his sleeping and eating habits, his cries and his smiles. But your maternity leave is up, and you need to return to work. By Deirdre Wilson |
Learn how to have a healthy pregnancy with some dos and don'ts--a general list of what you can do or have and what you should avoid during pregnancy. By Deirdre Wilson |
