Pregnancy weight gain is one of the biggest concerns for many mothers-to-be. Here’s a look at what healthy prenatal weight gain really looks like.

Heartburn is a common occurrence for many pregnant women. The source of heartburn has much to do with hormones and diet. Here’s a look at why pregnant women are susceptible to heartburn and how to prevent it.

For many women, morning sickness and extreme fatigue can interfere with daily activities. While you can continue some household tasks normally, there are many products pregnant women should avoid. Here’s a look at which chores to pass on to your partner while you’re pregnant.

The maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) test is a screening test performed between week 15 and 20 of pregnancy. Here’s a look at understanding how the AFP test is performed, what it measures, and how to understand the results.

Pregnancy comes with a lot of uncomfortable, embarrassing, and troublesome side effects. For many of these issues, there are ways to manage, if not prevent them. Here’s a look at how to handle some of the more common and most miserable side effects of pregnancy.

Staying active throughout your pregnancy can not only improve maternal and fetal health, but also make labor and delivery smoother and ease some uncomfortable side effects of being pregnant. Here’s a look at 3 exercises that are safe and beneficial for most expectant mothers.

For most women, miscarriage is the biggest fear associated with pregnancy. Here’s a look at the risks and causes of a second trimester miscarriage, as well as what happens afterwards.

As your baby grows, your body has to accommodate for the extra room your little one requires. The stretching and expansion of your womb may cause some uncomfortable pain and cramping. Here’s a look at what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to abdominal pain and cramping during pregnancy.

Roughly one third of women report feeling hot flashes while pregnant. Here’s a look at what hot flashes are and how to deal with them.

You, like many women, may develop varicose veins for the first time during pregnancy. Or, if you've already had varicose veins, you may notice they get worse. Here’s a look at understanding varicose veins during pregnancy -- from symptoms to prevention.

Many parents have general questions about the process of fetal heart rate detection and become concerned at what impact imaging technology can have on their developing baby. Here’s a look at how doctors are able to hear and see a developing fetal heart beat.

It’s no secret pregnant women have a tendency to be emotional, especially during the first trimester. Until scientists find a cure for hormones, there’s no remedy for tears, but here are a few tips for keeping prenatal your mood swings under control.