Claire Cipolletti

You are the only person who knows how your symptoms feel, what aggravates your joints, what times are the worst or which movements hurt more than others. So get in the driver's seat at your ...

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Gail Saltz, M.D., psychiatrist and active national health, sex, and relationship contributor. She is famed for writing a weekly relationship column for ...

Inflammation usually occurs when the body creates a response to a foreign substance or infection. In certain autoimmune diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis, the body is creating an inappropriate ...

Many methods of pain control are available to help assist you during labor. Whether you choose to have an epidural or go the natural route, there are many non-pharmacological techniques that may ...

A common complaint after delivering a baby (especially after a Cesarean section surgery) is gas pain discomfort. Many women feel bloated with sharp pains that sometimes radiate up towards the ...

Some things in life are simply meant to be, such as breastfeeding at childbirth. The World Health Organization (WHO) names colostrum, the thick yellowish breast milk created naturally by the ...

Picture this. You are standing naked, pregnant in the middle of busy morning coffee shop ... when all of a sudden, you wake up! Strange, vivid pregnancy dreams are a common finding over the ...

Many women experience skin changes during pregnancy (not to mention entire body changes!). Specifically: facial glows, reddening or blotchy patches, acne, and stretch marks. Not every woman will ...

Ever question if it’s safe for you to get a flu shot while you are pregnant? It is! It’s even recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for all pregnant women to get ...

Many women experience heartburn for the first time during pregnancy. Why is that? Are there any safe forms of relieving heartburn pain? One of the main pregnancy hormones is progesterone. It ...

There is no “safe” amount of alcohol allowed in the pregnant diet. None. This is because there has been a positive association between alcohol consumption of the mother and physical, mental, and ...

Statistics show that certain women are at greater disadvantages when it comes to natural, vaginal deliveries. For example, if you are African American, at least 40 years old, and/or under 5 foot 1 ...

During pregnancy our bodies’ nutritional requirements will increase for specific vitamins and minerals (like folic acid, calcium, and iron). These help the healthy development of the fetus and ...

Do certain positions in bed actually affect your odds of getting pregnant? The American Pregnancy Association (APA) says yes! The placement of partners in certain positions may help to deepen ...

Are there any health risks for the fetus that may affect health care providers' stance on whether or not routine ultrasounds are needed? Some women have routine ultrasounds throughout pregnancy. ...

Jaundice is a very common finding in newborns; according to the March of Dimes jaundice occurs in 60 percent of all new babies. It happens when there is too much bilirubin (a yellow pigment) in ...

Infertility occurs when couples are unable to get pregnant after repeated unprotected sex. Primary infertility describes couples who have never been pregnant while secondary infertility occurs ...

Whether you have experienced it yourself, or had the pleasure of running along side a loved one, the false labor visit to the hospital is extremely common (especially with first-time pregnancies)! ...

Bed rest is often prescribed for women to prevent or reduce certain pregnancy complications. It is very common! Bed rest ranges from just taking it easy around the house to restrictive hospital ...

We all hear the amazing health benefits of breast milk for newborns. Not only does it provide impossible-to-find nutrients for your child’s growth and development, breastfeeding can save you money ...

Pregnancy does not protect women against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and/or sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Pregnant women should be even more careful because of the potentially ...

If natural birthing is an interest of yours, waterbirthing might be the perfect option! Women across the world praise the gentle benefits this style of birthing has to offer, and, with increased ...

As time passes, more and more women seem to be starting families in their 30's rather than 20's. How does this trend affect the female reproductive system? Are there certain considerations for ...

Your belly increasing in size during pregnancy is expected, but what about your fingers, face, feet, and ankles? Water retention during pregnancy is a common find and symptoms often increase with ...

There is controversial information about the consumption of caffeine during pregnancy. Is it okay or not? The March of Dimes recommends women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant to ...

Gestational diabetes is a condition where women experience elevated blood glucose levels during pregnancy, but never had any signs of diabetes or high blood sugars prior. The American Diabetes ...

High blood pressure during pregnancy is very common. A few related hypertensive disorders include preeclampsia, eclampsia, gestational hypertension, or chronic hypertension. All include an ...

Cord blood banking could be a decision that greatly affects the future of your child or family. If interested, there is a ton of heavy information out there about cord blood and stem cell ...

Research shows controversial information about whether environmental factors before conceiving can actually affect the gender of the child. Is there anything men or women can do to alter the odds ...

Miriam Erick, author of Managing Morning Sickness: A Survival Guide for Pregnant Women offers natural remedies, common triggers and tips for battling morning sickness during pregnancy. She shows ...

Staying active throughout pregnancy is a huge benefit. Certain exercises are recommended more than others, and yoga seems to always be high on the list of choices. So what makes prenatal yoga so ...

Breastfeeding is an incredible bond shared by mother and baby. During this experience, Dad might feel a little left out or wonder if there is anyway he could be more involved. Here are a few ideas ...

Pregnancy is hard work and your body deserves a good night's sleep to recover and prepare for the day ahead. Here are some tips that might help you catch some much deserved sleep, and also improve ...

In the February, 2010 issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, the magazine highlighted a story about a 35 year-old women who lost her baby in the 39th week of pregnancy. The cause of the loss was linked ...

Despite the incredible health benefits breastfeeding provides, some women discontinue breastfeeding (or wean their newborns early) because of challenges faced when breast pumping and returning to ...

What are stretch marks and can they be avoided? Stretch marks, or striae gravidarum, are usually located in the lower half of the abdomen. They are caused by the separation of collagens in our ...

Is there any science behind the bizarre food cravings experienced during pregnancy? The evidence is somewhat scattered, but some food cravings might have a biological connection and may be ...

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) occurs when there is an endocrine imbalance of reproductive hormones (estrogen, testosterone, LH, FSH). Women with PCOS generally have enlarged ovaries with ...

Sex during pregnancy might sound really interesting, or to some absolutely crazy! Each trimester has fluctuations in hormone levels and might affect your mood towards intimacy and intercourse. If ...

When exercising, have you ever asked yourself “Is it okay to do this while I’m pregnant?” The American Pregnancy Association (APA) details certain exercises that are beneficial during pregnancy, ...

For those considering natural labor, experimenting with birthing positions can be extremely beneficial! Different positions are recommended during the separate phases of labor to increase the ...

Mother’s nutrition has a huge effect on the outcomes of her pregnancy. Complications like low-birth-weight and pre-term labor are commonly associated with nutritional status, and have a larger ...

Last week I wrote about the early stages of breastfeeding, and the signs preparation that often takes place before breastfeeding. Now we are ready for some tips on proper latch and feeding. ...

During my perinatal nursing rotation, we watched a video called, “Breastfeeding Best Practices.” This video was geared for nurses to assist with teaching about breastfeeding, and I thought it ...

Last year large companies were sued because of negative side effects caused by the use of dental adhesives. It turns out that many of these products contain zinc, a trace mineral that can be ...

The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) reports studies showing men regularly drinking green tea have healthier gums than men drinking less green tea. “It has been long speculated that ...

Many of us try to partake in more environmentally conscious habits. Who knew we could include our dental hygiene practices? Dr Schechter, an expert in the field of natural oral hygiene, ...

It’s hard to walk down the toothpaste aisle without finding whitening products of some kind. What might be even harder is finding everyday foods and drinks that don’t stain our teeth in some way! ...