Everyone’s unique, and there’s no exact checklist of symptoms, but you may feel contractions, cramps and pelvic pressure
Lanugo — the soft, fine hair that develops in utero — is harmless and will shed within a few weeks
Crossed eyes in a newborn are fairly common, typically harmless and usually go away
Staying up-to-date on vaccines encourages a healthy pregnancy, but not all vaccines are recommended when you’re pregnant
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Science says only one way actually works, but there are a few others that are still safe to try
When a growing fetus puts pressure on your abdomen, your belly button may pop out or even flatten
One is a trained care professional, while the other is a medical caregiver, but both can be important parts of your birthing team
Breastfeeding supplements can be a needless expense at best, and risky at worst
Typically, milk comes in a few days after birth and regulates around four weeks after delivery
Rinses, sitz baths, ice and medication can help the healing