There is one big misconception around prenatal vitamins, and that is: “It doesn’t matter which brand or type of a prenatal multivitamin you take during pregnancy or while TTC (trying to conceive). The only difference is in the price.” Although this is true with some dietary supplements, not so with prenatal vitamins! The power is…
Are you #TTC, in the two-week-wait and have experienced spotting? Could it be implantation bleeding? How long after implantation can you take a pregnancy test? See if your symptoms match signs of implantation and find out about hCG levels after implantation and how soon after implantation your hCG levels might rise to a level detectable…
Let’s talk about foods high in folate (aka folic acid). Why folate foods? Because having adequate folate levels is essential regardless of age or gender. Think of folate as a supernutrient that’s responsible for the growth and repair of virtually every cell within the body. Pretty important job, right? While we can all benefit from…
How soon will a pregnancy test read positive when you are pregnant? How many days after conception can you take a home pregnancy test? Can you have a negative pregnancy test and still be pregnant? The key to answering these questions lies in understanding the timeframe of hCG production in very early pregnancy. In this…
Are you wondering if you might be pregnant? Do you feel stuck in the dreaded uncertainty of post-ovulation limbo, analyzing your body for unusual early pregnancy signs? Lucky for you, there are quite a few early pregnancy symptoms to keep tabs on during the guessing game! Many pregnancy symptoms mirror PMS (boo!!!), but there SEVERAL…
What to pack in a hospital bag for labor? Which items are required for a hospital birth, which ones are good to have on a hospital bag checklist for new moms, and what to leave at home? And, WHEN to pack your hospital bag for labor? Let’s do this! This hospital bag checklist is designed…
If you are pregnant or trying to conceive, chances are you’re taking prenatal vitamins or have at least considered taking them. Many women do. Giving your body a bit of a nutritional boost around the time you get pregnant isn’t exactly a bad idea, right? Taking prenatal vitamins can be beneficial both before and during…
