Seventy-Five percent of pregnant women experience back pain during the end of their pregnancy, typically between months six through nine. Hormones that loosen ligaments, weight gain and a shift of gravity center are common reasons why. However, the biggest reason is that the uterus, typically in the pelvis, has moved to the abdomen, creating additional stress to the mom-to-be’s lower and mid-back.
When we first launched OhanaLink Baby, we knew two things for sure: This app would help connect families during one of the most beautiful times in their lives, and that the most important piece of our business is YOU! We heard from you, our valued customers, about ways to improve your user experience, and it’s now available.
Romance may seem like the last thing on your mind as you prepare for your baby’s arrival if you’re expecting OR is you have kids (young and old) running around the house. Still, it’s important to incorporate date nights with your partner, especially after the baby is born. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we thought we would help you out and share seven Valentine’s Day date ideas to enjoy together.
Essential oils have been around for thousands of years, but it’s only been recent that this craze has gained popularity. Many people use essential oils for their naturalistic remedy approach, but are they safe for your child? We are sharing which oils are safe to use.
Essential oils are plant extracts. They're made by steaming or pressing various parts of a plant (flowers, bark, leaves, or fruit) to capture the compounds that produce fragrance. It can take several pounds of a plant to make a single bottle of essential oil. In addition to creating a scent, essential oils perform other functions in plants, too.
The first trimester of pregnancy can be a challenging time for a woman. Your hormones are changing, which can lead to some strange cravings. Some people will give you the green light to eat everything because you are “eating for two,” but maintaining a healthy diet is necessary for maintaining a healthy pregnancy.
When you are pregnant, the additional hormones can create some emotional ups and downs. Although this time is a beautiful time in you and your partner’s life, it can also bring some unexpected challenges.
If you are expecting, you may feel:
It’s during this time, where your partner may start to feel disconnected from you. Communication can begin to break down, which creates distance between your partner and yourself, and ultimately, intimacy is affected. Communication, distance, and intimacy are the three most significant breakdowns in a relationship during pregnancy; however, here are some ways to prevent that from happening.
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With flu season among us, you may be wondering about the safety of getting a flu shot. Is it safe for you? Is it safe for your baby? The answer is yes!
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We...
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