Health & Baby Features
- Alanis Morissette Works on Her Night Moves
Used to rocking and writing long past her bedtime, the mom-to-be/musician is taking her night life to a new level.
- Alcohol and Pregnancy: Is 'A Little Bit' Safe?
WebMD discusses the myths and facts about drinking alcohol in pregnancy. Is just a little bit OK? Find out.
- What It Costs to Have a Baby
Think you’re ready to have a baby? Read this breakdown of the costs of normal hospital fees, medications, and supplies you’ll need and gives you the bottom line price of having a baby.
- Does Drinking Caffeine Increase Your Risk of Miscarriage?
As it turns out, moderate amounts of caffeine are just fine for you and your unborn baby.
- Is It Safe to Use Acne Medication During Pregnancy?
Yes, you can use acne drugs during your pregnancy -- but only if you use the right kinds. What's safe and not safe for your unborn baby?
- If You're Pregnant, You Can Eat for Two, Right?
A pregnant woman should not be eating for two. Eating too many calories is bad for both you and your growing baby. Find out why.
- Hypnobirthing: Calmer Natural Childbirth
WebMD explains what hypnobirthing is, how it works, and pros and cons to this calmer birthing method.
- Can You Predict Your Baby's Sex?
How well do old wives' tales work in predicting your baby's sex?
- Prenatal Vitamins
Can I take prenatal vitamins when I'm not pregnant?
- Pregnancy Brain: Myth or Reality?
"Pregnancy brain" is the buzzword for forgetfulness during pregnancy. Find out about its causes and what to do about it.
- The Truth About C-Sections
WebMD explains why C-sections are on the rise and describes what is involved and what the recovery period is like.
- Pregnancy-Proofing Your Beauty Regimen
WebMD discusses how you can alter your beauty regimen when you’re pregnant to avoid chemicals in common skin care and beauty products.
- Get a Head Start on a Healthy Pregnancy
Planning on getting pregnant? This guide to preconception care will help you make healthier choices about avoiding toxins.
- How to Boost Your Fertility
Hoping to take the plunge into parenthood? Follow these fertility tips.
- Twins in Demand Through IVF?
Forget "Octo Mom." The hot debate among in vitro fertilization (IVF) patients and their doctors isn't about having lots of babies at once. It's about trying for twins.
- Life With Twins: Maureen Downey's Story
Maureen Downey and her husband, Bo Emerson, conceived twins Rebecca and Joey with help from IVF 10 years ago.
- Life With Twins: Spring Kapchinski's Story
Spring Kapchinski, 32, is pregnant with twins that she and her husband, Max, conceived through IVF.
- Life With Twins: Amanda Gifford's Story
Amanda Gifford and her husband, Kenneth, are the parents of 9-month-old twins Ethan and Abigail, who were conceived the second time the couple tried IVF and were born eight weeks premature.
- Life With Twins: Leslie Glass's Story
Leslie Glass, 33, and her husband, Heath, have three children. Garrett, age 5, was conceived without assisted reproduction. Toddler twins Stella and Madi were conceived through IVF.
- Getting the Baby Shower You Want
Baby showers can be fun, useful -- and a little touchy if the hostess's idea of a great party clashes with yours. But with tact, you may get the shower and baby gifts you want.
- Top Pregnancy Stories of 2008: Readers' Choice
Here are the top 10 most viewed pregnancy stories of the year.
- 8 Tips for Losing Weight After Pregnancy
Now that your new baby is here, you have a lot to think about: when to feed her, what to do if she cries -- and how to get rid of those extra pounds you packed on during your pregnancy.
- Dos and Don'ts of Traveling While Pregnant
Learn the ins and outs of traveling safely during pregnancy -- whether you're flying, driving, or going on a cruise.
- 7 Tips for Getting Pregnant Faster
What should you do – or not do – to help increase your chances of getting pregnant ASAP? Read on for seven WebMD expert-approved tips for getting pregnant.
- To Work or Not to Work: What Will You Do After Baby Comes?
Now that baby's here, are you ready to go back to work? Find out what experts and other moms have to say about working or not working. Their advice can help you decide what's best for you.
- Fertility Tests for Women
Learn about the tests you may take if you haven't conceived after one full year of trying.
- 11 Things You Didn't Know About Twin Pregnancies
If you are expecting twins and don't know what to expect, you are not alone. Here's some advice from experts about what's in store for you and your twins.
- Deciding Baby's Sex
Experts explain whether diet, timing, and changing body chemistry can really help parents-to-be determine the sex of their baby.
- Getting Pregnant: Easy Ways to Encourage Fertility
Having trouble getting pregnant? Standard fertility treatments can usually help, but so can a host of other, less costly techniques -- some of which couples can try on their own.
- Circumcision Decision: Weighing the Risks and Benefits
Male circumcision reduces HIV, cervical cancer, syphilis, and chlamydia. Does that mean you should have your son circumcised? This review of the risks and benefits will help you make that circumcision decision.
- Top Pregnancy Health Stories of 2007: Readers' Choice
A list of the top pregnancy health stories of 2007, as chosen by WebMD's viewers.
- Calming Your Labor and Delivery Fears
Experts provide the calming and reassuring advice you need for a successful labor and delivery day.
- An Expectant Dad's Guide to Pregnancy
You got her pregnant, but are you ready for the nine month roller coaster? Consider this your expectant father’s survival guide.
- Pregnancy Skin Care: Get That Glow!
Experts give tips to help treat pregnancy skin problems -- from acne to 'pregnancy mask.'
- Pregnancy Violations: Don’t Be a Victim
Scary labor stories, probing questions, unsolicited belly-rubbing: How can a mom-to-be handle these pregnancy etiquette violations gracefully?
- The Essential Pregnancy Gear List for Expectant Moms
A trimester-by-trimester list and explanation of the essential gear you'll need during your pregnancy.
- Pregnancy Gear 101: Guide to Essential Pregnancy Gear
Everyone’s pregnancy experience is unique, but certain types of pregnancy gear can help smooth the way no matter what type of pregnancy you have. Here's WebMD trimester-by-trimester guide to essential pregnancy gear.
- Toxins and Pregnancy
When you're expecting a baby, how vigilant do you need to be about possible toxins?
- Top Tips for Pregnancy Nutrition
Which vitamins and nutrients are key to your baby's health?
- 'Silent Birth' Now a Noisy Controversy
The pregnancy of actress Katie Holmes -- partner of actor Tom Cruise -- has put a media spotlight on "silent birth."
- Getting Pregnant: Avoiding Brews and Bad Habits
When you decide to get pregnant, it's time to make some healthy lifestyle changes. Learn more in this article.
- Assessing Your Need for Umbilical Cord Blood
Should you store your newborn's umbilical cord blood? Take stock of your family's medical history, then assess your child's ethnic background and other factors.
- Centering Yourself for a Healthy Pregnancy
Frustrated by short prenatal visits that leave you with more questions than answers? You might be a candidate for the latest trend in prenatal care.
- Coping With Pregnancy Food Cravings
Not all food cravings during pregnancy are bad, but they can get you into trouble with too many calories and not enough nutrients. Here's how to handle cravings.
- Pregnancy Cravings: When You Gotta Have It!
What's behind pregnancy food cravings, and can they ever be harmful?
- Mother, May I? Late Motherhood Emerges
The number of women getting pregnant in their middle years is rising. But is later really better than never?
- Santa Claus: Naughty or Nice?
Telling your kids that Santa Claus is real is a lie, but does it actually hurt them?
- Prenatal Portraits: Darling or Dangerous?
Many businesses offer ultrasound pictures and videos of unborn babies for entertainment purposes, but some experts say these fun pictures could be harmful.
- Protect Your Pregnancy Before You Conceive
Thinking about getting pregnant? Here’s what to do in the weeks and months before you conceive to protect your baby-to-be.
- Actress Pregnant at 48: What Are the Risks?
Description: Oscar-winning actress Geena Davis is pregnant with twins at 48 years old, according to her publicist. While Davis is reportedly doing well, the majority of midlife moms may not have such an easy time.