Pregnancy Myths, Traditions and Folklore

By Tracy Wright | September 9, 2025 | Conception 2 College , Expecting
When it comes to pregnancy, we’ve all heard the old wives’ tales and popular myths. Interestingly enough, many of these can be found in some way, shape or form throughout the world, while some are unique to different countries. While the myths can be misleading, many cultures have incredibly special traditions and beliefs that benefit

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7 Aches & Pains of Pregnancy

By Rebecca Vitkus | November 15, 2024 | Conception 2 College , Expecting
As your home and heart are filled with the joyful anticipation of bringing a new life into the world, be informed on how your body may respond to this exciting change during pregnancy and what you can do to ease some of the discomforts. Restless Leg Syndrome RLS is the irrepressible need to move the

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Understanding the Placenta

By Danielle Pastula | November 12, 2024 | Expecting
Pregnancy is a beautiful and exciting time in a woman’s life, but it can also be confusing and even scary for first-time expecting moms.  We’re guessing you’ve stocked up on all the “What to Expect ...” types of books you can get your hands on, but even if you’re a mom-to-be who has no interest

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Pregnancy and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

By Lindsey Johnson | November 6, 2024 | Expecting , uncategorized
When we consider the aches and pains of pregnancy, we usually think about an aching back or swollen ankles. However, many women experience pain in an unexpected place: their wrists. Prevalence The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes defines carpal tunnel syndrome as “a common neurological disorder that occurs when the median nerve, which

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Post C-Section Numbness

By Jennifer Jensen | October 29, 2023 | Conception 2 College
In 2016, the cesarean (C-section) delivery rate for births in the U.S. was 31.9 percent. approximately one in three women gave birth via C-section, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many women prepare for side effects of labor and delivery, but women who give birth via C-section can expect different side effects

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The Urge to Nest While Pregnant is Real

By Jennifer Jensen | October 4, 2023 | Expecting
As you get closer and closer to the birth of your child, you may notice a sudden burst of energy and a strong need to clean and organize your home. Do not worry — you are not alone. A lot of women experience “nesting while pregnant” — an intense desire to get everything ready before

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Pregnancy Tips From Real-Life Experiences

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | September 21, 2023 | Expecting
Warning, Read at Your Own Risk! Pregnancy Tips from Real Life Experiences  You read all the books. You attended the classes. You took the hospital tour. But nothing can prepare you for having a baby like actually having the baby. Once you start swapping stories with fellow parents, chances are you will say “wow... I

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Adult Acne

How to Break Out of Adult Acne

By Dani Spano | August 7, 2023 | Health
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought your teenage self must be looking back at you? You can thank adult acne for that. Unfortunately, acne, an inflammatory skin condition, is not just for kids! And even if you did not experience the teenage angst of a breakout, according to the American Academy of

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