If running is part of your regular routine and you are worried about having to give it up if you get pregnant, you may not have to worry–running is safe for most women, though your running routine will have to change as your body changes. Many women experience pelvic pain during pregnancy and after, as … Read more
Yes, if you are an experienced marathon runner, and you have your doctor’s permission, it can be safe to run a marathon while pregnant. You will need to listen to your body and make sure you take care of yourself while training and running. It used to be the case that women were advised to … Read more
Pregnancy can be a tremendously challenging experience, yet a rewarding one for all mothers. Women are forced to do their best to stay fit and healthy, all while carrying a small child inside of them. While exercise is promoted during pregnancy, should you continue to run when you’re five weeks pregnant? Running when five weeks … Read more
Staying active during pregnancy is generally advised by most health professionals and can include various exercise methods such as walking, running, or circuit classes. However, can too much walking during pregnancy cause cramping? Too much walking during pregnancy can lead to severe cramps due to the inflammation of muscles and the weight of the baby … Read more
When you’re suddenly carrying another human being inside you, it may feel strange to do some “normal” activities. Many women wonder if it’s safe to exercise while pregnant for fear of hurting their unborn baby. Women who were jogging before pregnancy can continue to jog while pregnant, except for those with certain medical conditions. If … Read more
If your pregnancy is progressing normally, and your obstetrician gives the green light, you can continue running throughout your pregnancy. Make sure to stop or alter your workouts if pain or other problems arise. It used to be the case that women were told to hold off on intense exercise like running during pregnancy, for … Read more
Many women experience pelvic pain during pregnancy, which isn’t such a surprise considering how much extra weight your very strong pelvis is getting used to supporting! Most pelvic pain is normal and will resolve with minor treatments, though if you are concerned about pelvic pain, contact your doctor right away. You can relieve pelvic pain … Read more
Yes, for many women running is safe throughout pregnancy, provided you speak to your doctor before starting any kind of exercise routine. Some pregnancy complications may make running more dangerous, and you should always listen to your body and your limits. Exercise has been proven to be good for you during pregnancy, leading to many … Read more
Sooner or later, you are going to need to head back to work. This means that you are going to need to start building yourself up a nice stash of breastmilk to ensure that your beautiful baby continues to have all of the food that they need. But, how much breastmilk should you store before … Read more
The option to pump and store breast milk is a modern one, which unfortunately generations of women before didn’t have. Breast milk is very different than formula and will last longer both at room temperature and refrigerator, but there are some important things to keep in mind when storing breast milk. How breast milk is … Read more