If I am pregnant, can I stay active? Exercising can be a difficult thing to continue during transitional times and when you are expecting a baby! Here are some helpful tips about keeping active during pregnancy. Benefits of exercise You might have heard before that exercise can cause early delivery, low birth weight, or early
In previous generations, mothers were dependent on family and friends for support and community. In our culture, though, we have a misconception that we have to be independent in everything we do. Relying on others is often seen as a sign of weakness. Licensed mental health counselor, Jessica Hatton, argues that relying on others is
Can an abortion have an effect on a woman’s ability to get pregnant in the future? Let’s talk about some risks associated with abortion. There are two different types of abortion, chemical and surgical. The risks vary with each. Risks with a surgical abortion During a surgical abortion, a suction catheter or curette is used
You might be nervous about caring for a baby financially if you’re unexpectedly pregnant. How many baby items do you actually need? Will it be expensive? You need much fewer items than social media or brands tell you. You need: 1. Somewhere for baby to sleep. Your baby needs somewhere to sleep that follows safe
Your postpartum doctor visit can be a great time to make sure your health is on track after giving birth. Don’t be embarrassed to ask any and all questions in your postpartum doctor visit! This can prevent further complications in the future. Tip: Ask about making more than one appointment during the first twelve weeks
Un embarazo no planificado puede traer consigo muchas preocupaciones y emociones nuevas. Jessica Hatton, consejera de salud mental certificada y propietaria de Christian Mom Counseling, ofrece dos consejos para ayudarte a afrontar tu embarazo no planificado: Hablar en voz alta “Una de las mejores formas de comunicación, y sé que suena un poco tonto, pero
An unplanned pregnancy can bring lots of new worries and emotions to your mind. Licensed mental health counselor Jessica Hatton, owner of Christian Mom Counseling, has two tips to help you process your unplanned pregnancy: Speaking It Out Loud “One of the best forms of communication, and I know it sounds kind of silly, but
¿Te encuentras inesperadamente embarazada y no sabes a quién recurrir? Tú no estás sola. Cerca del 50% de los embarazos no son planeados, lo que significa que numerosas mujeres estuvieron en este camino antes que tú. ¡Existen muchos recursos disponibles para que tu embarazo no planeado sea posible! Nuestras tres recomendaciones de lo que debes
Are you unexpectedly pregnant and not sure where to turn for help? You’re not alone. About 50% of pregnancies are unplanned, meaning that countless other women have walked this path before you. There are many local resources available that make an unplanned pregnancy possible! Our three recommendations for what to do first: 1. Apply for
Probablemente hayas oído hablar de la píldora abortiva, pero ¿qué es lo que la ha hecho tan popular? Los estudios indican que más del 60 % de los abortos se realizan mediante fármacos abortivos —mifepristona y misoprostol— y que esta cifra sigue aumentando. Incluso en nuestra ciudad, una clínica local que ofrecía abortos quirúrgicos cerró
