There are a lot of things to consider while pregnant and one of them is how to care for your skin during this period of time. Your body is going to change and the increase in hormones can cause problems with your skin that you never had before. So what do you do?

Unexpected pregnancies or the emotional tolls of pregnancy are common fodder for Hollywood writers. Many popular and acclaimed films have featured pregnant leads. Perhaps it

Your body goes through a lot of changes while pregnant. Chemical and physical changes will cause odd things to happen and one of these things could be varicose veins. These small not so good looking purple veins up and down your legs and possibly other unmentionable areas could be a part of what your pregnancy will be like.

Your doctor is your first resource, but there are only so many times you’ll feel comfortable calling them. So you’ll ask friends and family members. And when their experiences vary wildly, you’ll turn to books, apps, and online. Fortunately, information about pregnancy, maternity, and motherhood is abundant. Unfortunately knowing what to read can be a challenge. So we’ve gathered a few of our recommendations. Enjoy.

You probably invested a lot of money in your maternity clothes. Driven by the desire to be comfortable and stylish it

Becoming pregnant can be pretty scary for a first time mom. It’s really the first time you become responsible for someone other then yourself. The idea that you could unintentionally harm your unborn baby could drive you mad.

During the 2012 Olympics in London, Nur Suryani Mohamed Taibi, from Malaysia will be the first female shooter her country has ever sent to the Olympics. Even more amazing: she will be 34 weeks pregnant when she competes!

Striae (stretch marks) generally occur after periods of rapid weight change or hormonal changes typical during puberty, pregnancy, or bodybuilding. Stretch marks can also be caused by certain medical conditions (e.g., Marfan syndrom, Cushing

I may be attracted to the idea that my scars are proud badges of honor. The fact is that there is no way on this planet I would ever prance around proudly exposing those scars and roaring to bring attention to them. In fact I do whatever possible to hide them.