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Health & Nutrition

September 19

Air Pollution May Cause Harm to Developing Babies in the Womb

Air pollution has also been linked to premature births and miscarriages.

Apart from the worsening traffic situation in the metro, which can affect a person’s health, there is another environmental risk that we should be concerned about: air pollution. According to a new study, breathing in polluted air may send soot all the
Getting Pregnant

August 26

Tips for Traveling While Pregnant

Have a safe and fun trip during your pregnancy with the help of these tips!

Traveling during pregnancy can be fun, but some moms-to-be might also feel a bit nervous about taking long trips while they are carrying their babies. The good news: As long as you consult your doctor about your plans and bring all of
Health & Nutrition

August 20

Perinatal Depression: How This Woman Found the Help She Needed

She was pregnant and miserable, but no one listened. How this mom found her safe space.

For most Filipinos, bearing a child is a blessing, so it can be hard to wrap our heads around the idea of being overwhelmed with sadness while pregnant. But perinatal depression, defined as depression during pregnancy, around childbirth or within the first
Getting Pregnant

July 1

Acts of Kindness Strangers Extended to Pregnant Women

Proof that there are still good people in the world.

A woman undergoes many difficult changes during pregnancy, so it’s important that she gets support and encouragement in the nine months that she is carrying a tiny baby inside her womb. Unfortunately, there are still some people who choose to make preggos
Health & Nutrition

October 4

Safe Exercises for Pregnant Women

Within reason and adequate precautions, pregnant women can only benefit from having physical activity.

Gone are the days when society frowned upon women flaunting their baby bumps as if it's a debilitating illness. As long as you're healthy and your doctor does not advise against it, pregnancy exercises are good for you and your unborn baby.
Gift Guide

December 5

17 Holiday Gift Ideas For New Moms and Moms-to-be

She'll love these thoughtful gifts!

Make Christmas extra special for expectant mom-friends by gifting them with these thoughtful choices!TPE SoftPlay Family of Turtles, P425 for a set of 3, at The Parenting EmporiumTeach concepts about size, texture, and animals while also providing hours and hours of imaginative
Getting Pregnant

September 30

Study: Having Morning Sickness Could Mean A Healthy Pregnancy

If you're having nausea and vomiting, then your pregnancy is off to a great start, says a study.

One of the common signs that you're expecting a new addition to the family is morning sickness, or feeling nauseated and vomiting. In fact, for some women, morning sickness lasts all day. It's usually felt during the first trimester of pregnancy, but
News

September 27

Pregnant Woman Gets Infected by Zika in Cebu

This is the first recorded case of a pregnant woman infected in the country, bringing the total number of Zika cases to 12.

The country's first case of a pregnant woman infected with the Zika virus has now been recorded over the weekend in the Cebu province.According to the Department of Health (DOH), the patient is a 22-year-old woman who is 19 weeks pregnant. Fortunately,
Health & Nutrition

June 22

8 Crucial Ways to Avoid Getting Sick While Pregnant

You have to be in the pinkest of health when you have a bun in the oven.

Getting sick is never awesome. Getting sick while pregnant is even worse. You stress more and become paranoid because it's not just you anymore--there's another life in the picture. You don't want to do anything that could possibly affect your baby in
Health & Nutrition

June 21

Folate Intake While Pregnant May Help Prevent Obesity in Children

A study provides another good reason to make sure you're getting enough folic acid during pregnancy.

If you're pregnant or even just planning to get pregnant, one of the essential nutrients you should be stocking up on is folate, or vitamin B9, a water-soluble B vitamin your body needs to build genetic material (including DNA) and grow and
Health & Nutrition

June 1

Safe or Unsafe? 6 Foods Pregnant Women Should Be Cautious About

When it comes to pregnancy, it's always better to err on the side of caution.

Pregnancy most often than not requires a complete lifestyle change, and it includes changing the kind of food or drink one consumes. Several studies have weighed in on what food is safe for pregnant women that sometimes it's hard to keep track.
Getting Pregnant

April 27

7 Ways To Survive The Summer Months While Pregnant

Stay cool and comfy amidst the intense hot and humid weather.

Photo from mamas2mamas.comThis year's summer heat has been challenging and exhausting with a daily temperature that can soar to more than 41°C! Two weeks ago, the weather bureau in Cabanatuan City saw a record breaking heat index of 51°C. No one is feeling the scorch
Health & Nutrition

January 28

5 Illnesses You Should NOT Get When You're Pregnant

It's not okay to get sick--all the more when you're carrying another life inside you.

Photo from newhealthadvisor.comIt is during pregnancy that you and your baby are most connected--whatever you do during pregnancy has some kind of effect (in varying degrees) to your unborn child. That's why it's crucial to eat healthy, have some kind of mild exercise,
Health & Nutrition

November 23

Drinking Coffee While Pregnant Doesn't Affect Kids' IQ and Behavior

Craving for that cup of coffee you’ve been terribly missing since you got pregnant? This is good news for you.

Photo from thedailymeal.comWe all know that coffee can be a lifesaver. When we need a pick-me-upper especially on hectic days, the quick and easy way to get an energy boost is by having a cup of coffee on-the-go. Most of us also
Getting Pregnant

September 25

This Week in Celebrity Preggy Fashion: Marian, Bianca, Isabel, and Angelika

These celebrities show off their cutest accessory: their baby bump!

1. Marian Rivera The "Sunday Pinasaya" co-host was radiant in a printed strap loose dress for her "cheat day." She went with a fitted lavender dress with silver accents for the Sunday show.2. Bianca Gonzalez IntalThe "Pinoy Big Brother" host was equally radiant
News

August 24

Top of the Morning: Fish Oil May Help Prevent Premature Births

Taken daily, it might help extend the gestation period by a few days

1. Can fish oil prevent preemies?Researchers from the South Australian Health and Medical Research found that a drop of fish oil taken daily by pregnant women may help extend gestation by an average of two days. Prolonging gestations by even just a
Getting Pregnant

May 15

This Week in Celebrity Preggy Fashion: Patty, Marian, Kelly, Brooklyn

See how these stars are dressing up their preggy bellies!

With a bun in the oven, these moms-to-be are looking more fab than ever! Here are some of their maternity looks we're loving this week:1. Patty Laurel-FilartPatty is 32 weeks into her first pregnancy, and this is what she wears to go
Family Fun

October 27

10 Halloween Costume Ideas for the Expectant Mom

Dress up your bulge with these creative ideas

Photo from cafemom.comThe one time a woman won't feel excited about playing dress-up is when she's pregnant -- nothing fits, so nothing looks good.Halloween, though, is a different story, because it's the one time in a year that you are allowed to
Maternity

February 27

Top 10 Ways to Feel Sexy while Pregnant

Here’s how one mom-writer stayed in shape and felt sexy during her pregnancy.

When you’re expecting, life suddenly changes 180 degrees. You’ll have food cravings that may cause you to gain weight, your body will feel heavy, you’ll experience morning sickness, and altogether feel insecure, ugly, and unsexy. When you're feeling exactly that, here are
Health & Nutrition

June 28

All About Pregnancy Tests

Read about all the mandatory and optional tests that a pregnant woman goes through.

For nine months, a pregnant mom not only has to take good care of her body and her growing baby inside, she also has to undergo several procedures to further ensure both their safety. Bernardita Calayan-Brion, M.D., an obstetrician-gynecologist, obstetric sonologist, and

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