Choosing to find out your baby’s gender before birth is a very personal decision. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of finding out the sex before you have your baby.

Dealing with the changes you undergo during pregnancy can be difficult if you aren’t sure what to expect, but most changes are normal. As you reach week 31 and see the first signs of colostrums in your bra, you want to obtain some sort of padding or coverage

Usually during the first pregnancy your doctor may not give the RhoGam injection if you are RH negative. The reason is because your body will not have enough time to have built up antibodies against the unborn child.

Adapting to your newborn must start way before your baby comes home. There are so many different things you will go through and sleeping is very important; although it may seem impossible.

A general rule for weight gain is to gain between two and four pounds in the first trimester and an additional one pound per week during the rest of the pregnancy. Twins increase the normal weight gain to 35 to 45 pounds.

However, walking into a maternity-focused store can make you want to turn around and walk on out after a look at the price tags. Here are some alternative places to shop and friendly advice to start you off if bargains and budgets are a must.

Results of amniocentesis are over 99% accurate for chromosomal disorders and will be received at your doctor’s office within three weeks.

If you're having severe morning sickness, hang in there and wait for the doctors to tell you how many little blessings you'll be having.

There are a number of factors that affect the temperature range. Some examples include the stress levels of the baby, the stimulation in the environment, and the child's proximity to his or her parents.

Before you bring your new bundle of joy home, you must make sure your home is safe. There is a lot to think about with a new baby, but safety must be a top priority.

With the excitement of a new baby on the way, it's easy to let romance slide. Between reading all those pregnancy books stacked on the night stand, choosing a nursery theme and making baby name lists, the focus of parents-to-be often shifts from maintaining intimacy to feathering the nest.

If you are choosing to give birth in a hospital, chances are you will only be in there for a few days. Still, there are some essential items that you should pack in preparation for your hospital stay.