New research shows improving the lifestyle of women with obesity during pregnancy could mean long-term cardiovascular benefits for their children. The study, led by King’s College London and supported by the British Heart Foundation and Tommy’s charity, examined how an
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Losing weight, as we know, can help improve health concerns like lowering your risk of a heart attack, improving metabolism, lowering blood pressure, and much more. But scientists say becoming healthier, eating nutritious foods, and exercising can also help you avoid these
Motherhood changes everything. Or should we say everything changes even before you become a mum. When you realise you are expecting is a truly exciting time, but also it can be a tricky phase filled with a mix of different
New research has revealed serious consequences of young people taking dietary supplements sold for weight loss or muscle building, as well as the use of periwinkle extract during pregnancy. According to news-medical.net, dietary supplements have become more and more popular. A
In Nigeria, exercising during pregnancy is seen as forbidden by a lot of women. Most Nigerian women believe the myth that exercising when pregnant can hurt their developing babies. However, a new study has proved that regular, moderate exercise while
Not every woman tries to go the whole nine yards of “natural birth”. Probably because of stories they’ve heard, medical reasons or they just don’t believe they can endure the pain. Well, for those of you who are willing to
As Sarah Stage continues to show off her incredibly flat stomach, the 33-year-old Los Angeles soon-to-be mother-of-two keeps shocking us with her pregnancy body. The pregnant lingerie model shared a photo of her tummy at the 9th month of pregnancy and
Princess Fulani Siddika Sanusi is expecting her first child with husband, Abubakar Umar Kurfi. The soon-to-be mum shared new photos of her growing baby bump, and we must she’s so on point. She absolutely glowed with her smiles as she
Sarah Stage is about to reach her ninth month of pregnancy, and while most soon-to-be mums would be taking it easy, the lingerie model, 33, who has continued to stun many with her flat baby bump, reveals why she is
Charlotte Robertson Wiltshire, who is heavily pregnant with her first child has proven that she can still hold herself upside down on a pole. According to Sun News, Charlotte, who is 7 months pregnant explained: ”When I found out I was
Fitness enthusiast Sarah Stage first made headlines when she flaunted a tiny flat tummy while pregnant with her first child. Now pregnant with her second child, the model has been showing off her tummy since she made the announcement at five
Libby and Mathew Vlasic were overjoyed to learn that their 6-year-old son Miles was to become a big brother after giving up hope of having another baby. And at just nine weeks pregnant, the happy pair found out they were
Eating for two is a common pregnancy myth some mums sadly buy into. Couple this with the infamous cravings for ‘unhealthy bites’ and selected types of foods only due to food aversions and you’ll arrive at a major cause of
Eyinade Eweje A woman should gain between 25 – 35 pounds during pregnancy, depending on her BMI and pre-pregnancy weight. However, a lot of pregnant women end up packing way more than the recommended range, leaving them lots of baby
These amazing photos of heavily pregnant mum, Kokobie, have set the Internet on fire. She took to her Instagram page to share amazing photos of herself striking different yoga poses. According to the expectant mum, her pregnancy is 39 weeks old. See
Research shows staying active during pregnancy boosts mood, improves sleep and eases the several pregnancy discomforts. It also prepares the body for childbirth by strengthening muscles and building endurance, while equally making it much easier to get back in shape
30-weeks pregnant Stacie Venagro is a three-time World Miss Fitness America Pro with several other fitness competition titles under her belt, and thanks to her rigourous workout routine in spite of her pregnancy, she still has incredible ab muscles over her
Eating a healthy diet is always a wise idea — especially during pregnancy. It’s also a good idea during pregnancy to take a prenatal vitamin to help cover any nutritional gaps in the mother’s diet. Prenatal vitamins contain many vitamins
Working out may not be the first thing on your pregnancy to-do list, but it should definitely be high up there. Not only is exercising during pregnancy safe, it’s also recommended. The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) suggests
The days when pregnancy was considered a time to “take it easy” are over. Lucky for you (or unlucky, if you’re a member of the couch potato club in good standing…or sitting), the official advice of the American College of
