Hyperemesis Gravidarum: How the “Princess Disease” Affects Moms

By Tracy Wright | September 6, 2021 | Articles , Conception 2 College , Expecting
When the British Royal Family announced that Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, was expecting her first child in 2017, every part of her pregnancy was reported by the media. This included her diagnosis of hyperemesis gravidarum, a condition that occurs in up to 2% of pregnancies. Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a "potentially life-threatening pregnancy

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Maternity Styling Tips

Get Maternity Styling Tips for Dressing the Bump

By Colleen McTiernan | November 12, 2020 | Life
As your baby bump grows bigger, it might be harder for you to find clothes that best fit your body. Dressing the bump can be a major fashion challenge, but luckily we have some maternity styling tips to help you stay chic, and most importantly, comfy! Don’t be afraid of form-fitting pieces Embrace the bump!

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Pregnancy Diet

Discover the Dos & Don’ts of The Pregnancy Diet

By Amanda Roland | November 6, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Expecting
Growing a little human for 9 months can really work up an appetite! Making sure you and your growing little one have the right nutrients throughout your pregnancy is so important, and that’s why it is imperative to know what you should and shouldn’t be eating while you are pregnant. And don’t worry, a pregnancy

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Staying Fit When You're Expecting

Tips and Tricks for Staying Fit While You’re Expecting!

By Christy Piña | September 14, 2020 | Health
Although the swollen feet, back aches and overall lethargy of pregnancy may make you feel less inclined to get your sweat on, exercising during your nine months is incredibly important. For almost all women, exercise is safe throughout the duration of pregnancy, however women should always consult their doctor first in the case of high-risk

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Costs of Pregnancy

Nickel and Dime: Costs of Pregnancy That Can Add Up!

By April Tisher | July 21, 2020 | Happy Home
One of the first things to consider when you find out you are pregnant (if not before) is what costs you can expect to incur over the next nine months. There are the usual expenses we immediately think about when it comes to healthcare: co-pays, lab work, insurance deductibles, etc., and we think of the

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National Infertility Awareness Week: Can a Healthy Diet Influence Fertility?

By Jennifer Jensen | April 21, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Expecting
April 19-25 is National Infertility Awareness Week. Infertility has become a more common topic to speak up about since celebrities began sharing their struggles through social media. The fact of the matter is, one in eight couples will deal with infertility and have trouble conceiving according to Resolve, the National Infertility Association. Can a healthy diet

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Pregnant Women with stretch marks

How to Deal with Stretch Marks in Pregnancy

By Caroline Lentz | March 6, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Expecting , Health
“Tiger stripes.” “Battle scars.” “Striae.” Whatever you call them — and whether you talk about them with pride or annoyance — stretch marks can be an unavoidable effect of pregnancy for some women. The bad news is there isn’t a way to entirely avoid getting them or a magic remedy that will remove them completely

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