Pregnancy & Postnatal
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Learning How to Manage Gestational Hypertension — Naturally
How healthcare researcher Michelle Emebo learned to manage gestational hypertension with quality nutrition and exercise.
I’m Pregnant. How Much Iodine Do I Need?
If you’re pregnant or nursing, here’s what you need to know about iodine intake.
Why Your Body Needs Zinc and How to Maximize Intake
Zinc is a key mineral for immunity, mood regulation, and more. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
How to Increase Your Testosterone — Naturally
Men are confronting an unprecedented decline in testosterone. Consider these 11 lifestyle-based tips to protect your T.
Mental Health and Hormonal Birth Control: Katie Lemon’s Story
A woman experiencing adverse side effects from hormonal birth control finds relief when she pursues another option.
“The Pill” for Guys?
An array of male contraceptives are under development — including a new, nonhormonal male birth control pill.
How to Use Nutrition to Improve Your Libido
Interest in sex may wane for many reasons, including aging. Here’s a list of key nutrients and herbs to support a strong, healthy sex drive.
How the Ingredients in Personal-Care Products Can Affect Your Health
Many of the most popular personal-care items contain toxins that can mess with your health. Here are ingredients to avoid — and tips for finding worthy alternatives.
The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage
Coping with the loss of a pregnancy can take a toll on both a person and a relationship. Here’s why — and what to do about it.
8 Tips to Safely Start Exercising After a C-Section
Figuring out when and how to start exercising after having a baby is tricky — especially if you’re recovering from a C-section. Here are eight tips to consider.
How to Strengthen Your Pelvic-Floor Muscles
Strengthen your pelvic-floor muscles with these two simple exercises.
Bye-Bye, Baby Weight
Celebrity moms make it look effortless, but dropping post-delivery pounds can be challenging. Here’s what to expect, what to do, and how to cope.
Balancing Your Sex Hormones
This group of hormones can impact everything from fertility and libido to weight management and mood. Learn the role they play and how to tell if they’re off, plus seven strategies to help keep them balanced.
I’m a Registered Dietitian and I’m Pregnant — Here’s What I Eat
Using food to nourish your body is always important, but perhaps even more so during pregnancy. Here’s a look at how I’m fueling my body for the health of myself and my baby.
A Women’s Guide: 5 Practical Ways to Balance Hormones
An imbalance in hormones can be to blame for weight gain and other unwanted symptoms — and learning to balance them is often people’s secret to success.
How to Exercise When You’re Pregnant
These guidelines and training tips for prenatal and postpartum fitness can help keep you strong and safe through pregnancy and beyond.
What to Know About Postpartum Exercise
During the “fourth trimester,” it’s important to respect your body’s recovery time and ease back into a fitness routine.
How to Exercise in Your Third Trimester
If you stay active and support your body’s needs, you’ll improve your mindset prior to labor and boost your chances of a smoother postpartum recovery.
Can Exercise Improve Male Fertility?
Prospective dads who work out may have healthier sperm, according to a recent study.
How to Exercise in Your Second Trimester
Just because you can doesn’t mean you should. Continue to strengthen areas of your body that will support you during and after pregnancy — but beware of pushing too hard.
Are Sperm Counts Declining?
Yes, says our expert, but here’s what you can do to protect your sperm health.