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Healthy Pregnancy

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11 Easy & Natural Remedies for Anxiety During Pregnancy

June 16, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you struggling with anxiety during your pregnancy? If so, you're not alone. Many pregnant women …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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How to Wear a Pregnancy Belly Band

June 15, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

A pregnancy belly band, also known as a maternity belt, is a device worn around the waist to support …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Pillows for Pregnant Stomach Sleepers

June 14, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you one of the many pregnant women who can't seem to get comfortable at night? Are you …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Tooth Pain While Pregnant: What to do?

June 13, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you having tooth pain while pregnant? You're not alone. Tooth pain is a common complaint during …

Tooth Pain While Pregnant: What to do?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

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10 Possible Ways to Increase Blood Flow to Baby During Pregnancy

June 11, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

As your baby grows, it becomes more and more important to ensure that they get the blood and oxygen …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Belly Straps for Pregnancy: Finding the right one for you!

June 10, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman's life, but it can also be uncomfortable. One way to make …

Belly Straps for Pregnancy: Finding the right one for you!Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Your Glucose Test During Pregnancy: How to pass it.

June 9, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

If you're pregnant and expecting to have a glucose test as part of your prenatal care, you might be …

Your Glucose Test During Pregnancy: How to pass it.Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Prenatal Care

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Flank Pain in Pregnancy

June 8, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

During pregnancy, it's not unusual to experience minor aches and pains. But if you're experiencing …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

Hand & Finger Joint Pain During Pregnancy: Why it comes and the best at home treatments!

June 7, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you experiencing hand and finger joint pain during your pregnancy? If so, you're not alone. Many …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

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Diastasis Recti Pain During Pregnancy

June 6, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

If you're pregnant, then you may be experiencing some pain in the area of your bellybutton. This is …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

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At Home Ultrasound Machine for Pregnancy

June 4, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Ultrasounds are a common prenatal diagnostic procedure used to measure the baby and check for …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Is Hip Pain an Early Sign of Pregnancy?

June 3, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you pregnant and experiencing hip pain? You're not alone. Many women experience hip pain in the …

Is Hip Pain an Early Sign of Pregnancy?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

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When is the Best Time of Day to Take a Pregnancy Test?

June 1, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you anxious to find out if you're pregnant? The best time of day to take a pregnancy test is …

When is the Best Time of Day to Take a Pregnancy Test?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Midwife Pro’s and Con’s

May 31, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Becoming a mom is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be overwhelming. …

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Category: Labor & Birth, Prenatal Care

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Can Getting a Pedicure Induce Labor?

May 30, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you at your due date and anxious to have your baby? Have you been considering getting a pedicure …

Can Getting a Pedicure Induce Labor?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Will it put you into labor?

Pelvic Pain Relief During Pregnancy

May 26, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you experiencing pelvic pain during your pregnancy? If so, you're not alone. Many pregnant women …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

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Is Midwive’s Brew Safe?

May 26, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Midwives Brew is a popular tea blend that is often recommended to pregnant women. But is it safe? …

Is Midwive’s Brew Safe?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Induction, Will it put you into labor?

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How Many Weeks is Halfway Through Pregnancy

May 16, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

As any mom knows, pregnancy is a special time in a woman's life. But how do you know when you're …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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Can Jumping Jacks Induce Labor?

May 5, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

A lot of moms-to-be are looking for ways to induce labor, and some believe that jumping jacks may …

Can Jumping Jacks Induce Labor?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Will it put you into labor?

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Can Pregnant Women Eat Salami?

May 2, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Moms-to-be often have a lot of questions about what they can and can't eat during their pregnancies. …

Can Pregnant Women Eat Salami?Read More

Category: Healthy Eating, Healthy Pregnancy

Upper Inner Thigh Pain During Pregnancy

April 29, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

With changes in your pelvis and core, you might find upper inner thigh pain during your pregnancy. …

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Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy

100 pregnancy and birth statistics you need to know

100+ Fascinating Pregnancy & Labor Statistics: Be Informed What Is Normal

March 18, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

These are some fascinating facts about pregnancy & birth that every pregnant family should know. …

100+ Fascinating Pregnancy & Labor Statistics: Be Informed What Is NormalRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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What Pregnant Women Fear During Birth – Original Research

February 4, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

I recently ran a survey to my newsletter and social media followers about what they were nervous …

What Pregnant Women Fear During Birth – Original ResearchRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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When Should I Start Wearing Compressions Stockings During Pregnancy?

January 17, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Compression socks can be helpful during pregnancy. When should you start wearing them and what do …

When Should I Start Wearing Compressions Stockings During Pregnancy?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy

3 Tips to Better Communication with Your Provider

January 6, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Communicating with your provider is SUCH an important skill in pregnancy (and the rest of your …

3 Tips to Better Communication with Your ProviderRead More

Category: Prenatal Care

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Tips to Saying No to Your Provider

November 19, 2021 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Communicating with providers can be hard. A lot of us feel like we need to just do what our doctor …

Tips to Saying No to Your ProviderRead More

Category: Hospital Routines, Labor & Birth, Prenatal Care

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Are Pregnant Women Immunocompromised?

November 8, 2021 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Your immune system gets complicated when you are pregnant. Similar to an organ transplant patient …

Are Pregnant Women Immunocompromised?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy

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5 Mistakes Families Make Preparing for Delivery

June 2, 2021 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

There is a lot to keep in your head as you head into your delivery, but lots of families make pretty …

5 Mistakes Families Make Preparing for DeliveryRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Labor & Birth, Pregnancy Classes

Covid Vaccines in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

March 1, 2021 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Can or should you get the Covid vaccine during pregnancy? It is going to be a hard choice for …

Covid Vaccines in Pregnancy & BreastfeedingRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pregnancy Medications

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