Rock the Baby Bump is proud to talk about all kinds of things about trying to conceive, pregnancy and being an LGBTQ+ parent...and sometimes that includes posts like this, on subjects that are difficult to talk about. If you've found your way to this page, first let me say - I'm sending you all kinds of positivity and warmth, because I can imagine the kind of stress you’re going through. I hope … [Read more...]
What Is That Dark Line On My Belly?
Pregnancy is a life (and body) changing experience - get ready to add one more body change to your list because today we're talking about the "pregnancy line" known as linea nigra. From the more un-liked symptoms like acne, stretch marks and swollen ankles to the nice pregnancy glow or a cute little bump, our bodies really go through it during pregnancy. So, what is linea nigra? Linea Nigra is … [Read more...]
Using Baby Oil Caused Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy (PUPPP)
When you're pregnant, chances are no matter how many books you read or questions you ask Dr. Google - you will be surprised by something. Hemorrhoids, stretch marks where you least expect them, bloated hands and feet, constant nausea (why do they even call it morning sickness!?)... You name it, pregnancy can deliver it. Well, not to add to all of that - but here's one other … [Read more...]
Why Do You Need Vitamin B6 During Pregnancy?
Ultrasounds, shopping for cute newborn clothes and taking your daily prenatal vitamins...some of the best things about pregnancy! We've covered the in-depth topic of prenatal vitamins, but now let's get a bit more specific... Vitamin B6 benefits for nausea in pregnancy...why you need vitamin B6 during pregnancy? What are the added benefits of vitamin B6 in your daily life? Where can I get … [Read more...]
Best Over The Counter Prenatal Vitamins With DHA
Prenatal vitamins...are they important? Yes! Can choosing a prenatal vitamin be way more confusing than you would have thought? Also, yes. When I got pregnant, maybe I was naive or just hopeful - but I really thought that most prenatal vitamins were the same and that I could just find one. But a prenatal vitamin, while not totally personalizable, can be tailored to fit what you and … [Read more...]
