When you first see those two pink lines, you might be thinking, “I have no idea where to go from here.” If this is the case, know that you are not alone. Many women who find themselves experiencing an unplanned pregnancy feel like they don’t know where to begin in processing this news, much less…
WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF ULTRASOUNDS? Ultrasounds allow moms and dads to take a peek into what is happening in the mother’s body! Ultrasound technology used for pregnancy purposes uses sound waves to produce the images of the inside of a mother’s uterus. Within the first trimester, you can see heartbeat, and as pregnancy progresses, you can begin…
A doula is someone who is professionally trained in childbirth, who provides emotional, physical, and educational support to help women have a positive birthing experience. It’s important to know that although doulas have a wealth of information and are knowledgeable in many aspects of labor, that they do not provide any type of medical care….
A Women’s Pregnancy Center definitely has their fair share of crafty women that love Pinterest and DIY projects! These activities can also be super fun and memorable in your baby’s first year of life! In this blog post, we have several fun and easy ideas for new moms to use while their baby is growing. Some…
Many soon-to-be moms think that pregnancy is “business as usual”, and they continue with their morning coffee, and perhaps a sandwich around lunch time. But did you know that caffeine, and even foods like deli meat, can cause complications in your pregnancy? In today’s post, we will be discussing the risks of certain food and beverage choices, but also alternatives in order to satisfy those cravings that you would not otherwise be able to indulge in for the next nine months!
Pregnancy is such a magical experience, but what isn’t a magical experience is morning sickness. Some women deal with it briefly and others deal with morning sickness the entire time. Then there’s the rumored cluster of women that never deal with morning sickness (insert eye roll here). All jokes aside, there are many rumored tips…
As someone who watches more of “The Bachelor” than I’d care to admit, I naturally follow the contestants on Instagram. When I saw Lauren Luyendyk’s pregnancy photos, I couldn’t help but gush over the cute progression of her baby’s growth! Lauren regularly updated her social media followers regarding the size of her baby, which ranged…
COVID-19 has left many in a state of confusion and worry. When dealing with a pregnancy in the middle of this pandemic, a lot of questions can arise. A mother’s first concern becomes the health of her pregnancy or newborn. While we wish to provide answers to all of your questions, it’s unfortunately too soon…
The holiday season can be tough to manage even if you have nothing else on your mind – but if you’re also in the midst of making a pregnancy decision, holiday celebrations can seem flat out overwhelming. To make the holidays less stressful and make the most of your time with your loved ones while…
When considering making an appointment at a pregnancy center, it can be a little nerve-wracking if you don’t know what to expect. Many women are concerned about visiting a center that will judge them for their choices or appearance, or that their personal beliefs or privacy will not be respected. At A Women’s Pregnancy Center, we…
