Pregnancy Health

Here’s how to keep your family safe and healthy, no matter the circumstance.

Parents and doctors alike recommend these prenatal vitamins to make sure you and your baby get all the nutrients you need.

Looking to boost your pregnancy glow? These expert-backed products keep your skin healthy and hydrated.

Choosing a pregnancy app? From a contraction timer to meditation to health advice, here are the best.

Wondering if you're pregnant? These pregnancy tests will help you get your answer (before you can get to the doctor’s office).

Whether you’re in need of targeted bump support or whole body comfort, these pregnancy pillows are designed to help.

A pregnancy book can help you learn all about your growing baby and changing body, and there’s a book for every personality.

Concerned about preeclampsia? Here’s everything you need to know.

It's definitely not fun, but you will get through this. Really.

These hormones are responsible for prepping your body and helping your baby grow—and for nearly every symptom during pregnancy.

Contractions are a major part of labor. Here's what they feel like and how to know if they're the real deal.

Wondering if you’re experiencing Braxton Hicks or real contractions? Here's how to tell the difference.

You may be worried about your baby coming early, so here're the facts, signs and treatments for preterm labor.

If you're experiencing headaches, body aches or fever, here's what to know about taking acetaminophen.

Eating doesn’t have to be complicated when you’re pregnant.

Prenatal massage therapists are specialized in targeting all those pregnancy aches and pains. So go ahead, pamper yourself.

These foods can have bacteria, heavy metals and other complication-causing ingredients.

Who would have thought counting would be this complicated?

Morning sickness isn't fun. Here are the symptoms, causes and ideas for how to get through it.

You might see a difference in color, texture and smell—here's why, what's normal and what's not.

Having trouble catching some ZZZs? Here's what you need to know and effective strategies for coping.

You can use your spending account funds on dozens of everyday items for both you and baby.

You've heard about the mental load everywhere. Now it's time to fix it (for good).

Doulas support and advocate for parents throughout the birth and postpartum process.

Got your pregnancy test? Here are our tips to make sure you get an accurate result!

Although it sounds alarming, you don’t need to worry—and here’s why.

Everyone gets tested for gestational diabetes during pregnancy—here's how to know if you're at risk.

The most common implantation symptoms, when implantation occurs, how it feels and other early pregnancy questions answered.

Implantation bleeding can be an early sign of pregnancy. Here's everything to know about it.

Hoping to add a fun new shade to your locks while pregnant? Go ahead, but take some precautions.

If you're experiencing cramps early in your pregnancy, here's what to know.

Looking for relief from pregnancy symptoms? Here's how acupuncture can help.

Feeling nervous about your Group B Strep test and not sure what it’s all about? We're here to help demystify it for you.

From the irritating to the downright gross, here are 10 pregnancy symptoms no one warns you about.

Got pets? Here’s how to take care of your fur babies while staying safe and healthy during your pregnancy.

The racial disparities in maternal health care are massive. This is how you can advocate for yourself.

Spotting during your pregnancy can make you worry, but here's what to know about it.

Depression can often go undiagnosed during pregnancy. Here’s how to get screened and treated.

If you’re feeling more anxious than normal after having a baby, here’s how to get help.

Prenatal vitamins are for men, too. But what do they do? Here’s everything you need to know.

This test is used to check in on baby while in utero. We give you the facts on why and how it's done.

If you decide or need to get this prenatal test during your pregnancy, here are the facts.

The 'fourth trimester' can be tough. Alexandra Sacks answers questions about the early postpartum period.

Thinking about getting new ink? Here’s why you should wait until after baby is born.

Pelvic floor and core strengthening? Here are all questions about pilates during pregnancy, answered.

A strong pelvic floor is important for keeping some postpartum symptoms at bay. Here’s how kegels help.

Feeling pain & discomfort while pregnant? Here’s how pregnancy-specialized physical therapy can help treat it.

Craving that caffeine intake? If you need an extra pick-me-up during your pregnancy, we’ve got good news.

Understand what's going on with baby movement and learn how to do kick counts.

Weak or tense pelvic floor muscles can lead to pelvic pain and incontinence. Here’s what to know about it.

What will happen at your 20-week ultrasound? And what other tests are offered in the second trimester?

Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Try these tips to keep your early pregnancy morning sickness at bay.

These common pregnancy side effects may be causing you discomfort. Here's how to cope.

The name may sound gross, but it’s a normal part of pregnancy, and it's actually pretty exciting.

Stress affects health at any time, but particularly during pregnancy. Here are simple tips to help manage it.

Here's what you need to know if you have this uncomfortable pregnancy symptom.

Pregnancy can cause changes to your skin. Here's how to take care of it to keep that healthy pregnancy glow.

Reduce stress and connect with your baby through guided meditation for pregnancy.

This ultrasound ensures everything is fine with you and baby, gives you some nice pictures, too.

Pickles and ice cream and beyond—these weird pregnancy cravings don’t just come out of thin air.

Dealing with backaches as a result of your growing belly? Here’s what to do about pregnancy back pain.

Because pregnancy is pretty much the ultimate marathon.

Here's everything you need to know about sex during pregnancy.

Ovulation predictor kits can help determine when you’re most fertile & boost your chances of getting pregnant.

Here’s what’s best to eat, what foods to limit and recipe ideas for managing gestational diabetes.

Everyone who's pregnant takes a gestational diabetes test. Here's what to expect and how to prepare for it.

LOOM’s Erica Chidi explains the phenomenon of doctors doubting patients’ symptoms.

Learn what it is, where it’s located and how to relieve round ligament pain during your pregnancy.

Knowing what causes this pregnancy complication and what its risk factors are can help you avoid it.

What is considered high blood pressure in pregnancy and what are the risks associated with it?

Whether you want to stay active or get active, it’s important to know what workouts are safe for pregnancy.

Here’s what you need to know to pick the best prenatal for you.

When your cervix starts to efface, labor is near. Here's what to know about effacement (and dilation too).

Here's what to expect during this first-trimester test, as well as why it's given and the risks.

Keep calm and carry on.

Anything you can stomach is better than nothing. Here’s why, plus easy ways to sneak in some extra nutrients.

Is running okay? What about lifting weights? Here's expert advice on exercising while you're pregnant.

Notice pimples and dark spots popping up? Here's why it happens and what you can do.

The short answer: Yes. Here’s why, plus how to make the transition as smooth as possible.

If you’re taking a prenatal vitamin, you’re off to a solid start.

It plays a big role in baby's development. Find out what it is, what levels are normal and all about leaking.

Pregnancy aches and pains are annoying, but don’t reach for the Ibuprofen for relief.

Erica Chidi of LOOM explains how trauma shows up in pregnancy & childbirth—and why the right doctor can help.

Here’s some advice on mitigating the risks of a potential pregnancy complication.

Morning sickness is one of the most well-known pregnancy symptoms, but how do you find relief from it?

Taking care of your mental health is important. Here’s how to continue your treatment during pregnancy.

Having trouble sleeping? While a melatonin supplement might be tempting, there are other options to consider.

It’s important to feel supported by your providers. This is what you should look for.

How is abdominal separation treated? Get the 411 on this common yet under-discussed postpartum condition.

Curious about seeing a pregnancy chiropractor? Here’s the 411 on getting your back adjusted while pregnant.

Here's everything to know about how prenatal yoga can help you stay strong and flexible.

Everything from prenatal care to delivery is being impacted–here’s what you can expect and how to cope.

Since no one’s perfect, prenatal vitamins fill in the gaps so you and baby develop normally.