Is This Love?
Is this love? Oh, that feeling. The anticipation of his calls. The butterflies in your stomach when you know you are going to see him. Daydreaming about him when you are apart. Yes, the euphoria of those early days of…
Adoption Is An Option
“What do you know about adoption?” When asked this question, many women are quick to reply, “I cannot carry my baby for 9 months and then give him or her away.” Or, “I can’t give up my child.” However, adoption…
Your Developing Baby — Part 1
For many women the first 12 weeks (or first trimester) of pregnancy are some of the most challenging of their pregnancy. Many women will experience tiredness and morning sickness during these early weeks. These symptoms are normal and are a…
SNAP, TANF, CHIP & Pregnancy Medicaid
Do you need assistance with food? Worried about how to afford prenatal care? Is housing a concern? The Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex has a wealth of agencies and programs that set up to help those that find themselves in crisis. …
My Friend Thinks She’s Pregnant
When your friend tells you she’s pregnant, what do you do? Maybe she texted you last night or quietly told you while hanging out. Likely, she is confused and worried about her future. You want to support her, but you’re not…
How Do I Tell My Parents I’m Pregnant?
If you are having a hard time figuring out how to tell your parents that you are pregnant, start by booking an appointment at Prestonwood Pregnancy Center to confirm your pregnancy, have an ultrasound to determine how far along you…
How Far Along Am I?
You have a positive pregnancy test in your hand and you begin to wonder how far along you really are. You might Google the answer and think to yourself “There is no way I am that far along!” There are…
Surviving Morning Sickness
Why oh why?! Morning sickness is a common condition of pregnancy that is characterized by nausea with or without vomiting. It can occur at any time of the day, not just the morning. These lovely symptoms can rear their ugly…
Why Do I Need Prenatal Vitamins?
You might be thinking, “I eat healthy so why do I need to take prenatal vitamins?” Eating healthy is only part of having a healthy pregnancy. Prenatal vitamins are a great way to fill in nutritional gaps that a mom-to-be…
Exercising for Two
Always consult a doctor when deciding if you are going to exercise during pregnancy. Oftentimes the intensity of exercise allowed during your pregnancy is dependent on how active you were before you were pregnant. Ideal physical activity during pregnancy includes…