Prenatal vitamins are important during (and before) pregnancy, however, some moms-to-be rather take a gummy prenatal vitamin rather than pill form. But did you know that there is an important mineral and nutrient missing from prenatal gummy vitamins that most moms may not know about?

Prenatal vitamins are important during (and before) pregnancy, however, some moms-to-be rather take a gummy prenatal vitamin rather than pill form. But did you know that there is a key mineral missing from prenatal gummy vitamins that most moms may not know about?

Prenatal yoga (at home or during a class) has many benefits to an expecting mother in all trimesters of pregnancy. Learn about the benefits of prenatal yoga, the best poses to relieve pain and prepare for childbirth, and tips for practicing safely

Squatting during pregnancy is highly recommended. During pregnancy, squats are the simplest and best exercise. There’s no special equipment required and you can get them done in under a few minutes. The best part of squatting during pregnancy? It prepares you for childbirth, reduces contraction pain, and can promote labor.

After two births, I still read birth stories as I come across them. I find it intriguing to read how different each pregnancy and labor/delivery can be. Are you currently expecting? Whether it’s your first, second or third, it’s always interesting to hear other birth stories because they are never the same. Even in your own pregnancies, all vary… including mine!

I’ve always loved hearing birth stories, so when it came time to get pregnant, I read many, many birth stories! Are you currently expecting? Whether it’s your first, second or third, it’s always interesting to hear other birth stories because they are never the same. Even in your own pregnancies, all vary!

Taking a childbirth class helps you feel more prepared for labor and delivery. You may hear many stories from moms about their birthing experience but remember that every story and experience is different. Childbirth comes with plenty of unknowns, so it is understandable that moms-to-be will feel a sense of anxiety when the third-trimester hits.

You have a baby on the way – Congratulations! 9 months may feel like a long time but there is so much to enjoy and prepare for! This first-trimester to-do list will help you keep track of all your to-do tasks.