As an expectant mama, you are in for some surprises
(you're suddenly turned off by your usual turn-ons), aversions (you
now despise your favorite mocha java latte), and symptoms (you feel like
you've been run over by a Mack truck — every day). Stay one step ahead
of these pregnancy changes and browse these pregnancy tips to learn more
about what to expect during your pregnancy week-by-week.
Pregnancy should not be viewed as an excuse not to exercise, says the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Week 3: Pregnancy Weight Control
Weight gain during pregnancy is inevitable, but it doesn't have to be permanent.
Week 4: Some Good Reasons to Work Out
Getting with the program is good for your pregnant body (both now and after delivery) and your mood.
Week 5: Swimming and Pregnancy
Swimming is fun, safe, low-impact — and it lets you feel weightless no matter how much pregnancy weight you gain!
Week 6: Working Out During Pregnancy – A Queasy Question
Should you or shouldn't you work out when you're nauseous? The answer: It depends.
Week 7: Working In Pregnancy Workouts
It's one thing to make the commitment to pregnancy exercise — it's another thing to find a slot for it in your schedule.
Week 8: Pregnancy and Working Out – Some Definite Don'ts
A quick list of workout no-nos to be aware of during your pregnancy.
Week 9: Workout Pace During Pregnancy
If you haven't worked out in a while, there are some good reasons not to start out with a bang.
Week 10: Activities to Avoid During Pregnancy
Even if you're a jock from way back, there are a few athletic activities that aren't recommended now that you're pregnant.
Week 11: Pregnancy Exercise Routine
Exercising for two hours one day, then another hour a week later won't do much to get you in shape. Here's a better approach.
Week 12: Motivation to Work Out During Pregnancy
Need help finding the motivation to exercise? Here are ways to make it more fun.
Week 13: How Much Water to Drink While Pregnant?
It's more important than ever to stay hydrated now, so plan on adding an extra glass of liquid when you work out.
Early pregnancy fatigue has you dragging, and you just want to crawl into bed — here are ways to get going.
Week 15: Maternity Workout Clothes
Wearing the right workout clothes will keep you safe, and make you look (and feel) good too.
Week 16: Workout Snacks During Pregnancy
Lucky you — you get to replace the calories you burn up at the gym! Here's how to choose pregnancy snacks wisely.
Week 17: Eat More When Working Out While Pregnant
You get to eat an extra 100 to 200 calories for every half hour of strenuous exercise during pregnancy. Stay away from that candy bar…
Week 18: Back Exercises During Pregnancy
Pregnancy backache got you down? Here are two options for stretching, loosening, and releasing tension.
Week 19: Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy
Just say no to these eight workout moves that are off-limits during pregnancy.
Week 20: Stretching During Pregnancy
Your stretched muscles and loosened ligaments make you more prone to injury these days, so be careful.
Week 21: Pregnancy Stretches: Take a Lap
Don't be a working stiff! Use these tricks and tips to help you stay loose.
Week 22: Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy
Physical activity is one of the best ways to stimulate your bowels and fight constipation during pregnancy.
Week 23: Pregnancy Exercise Scores Points
You're not the only one who benefits from pregnancy exercise — your baby does, too!
Week 24: Pilates During Pregnancy
Everybody's doing it — but is Pilates the right exercise for you?
Week 25: Posture During Pregnancy - Straighten Up!
Your posture takes a hit during pregnancy, but there are good reasons to stand up straight.
Week 26: Watch Your Balance During Pregnancy
It's not just what you do, it's what you do it on, especially now that your balance isn't what it used to be.
Week 27: Too Much Exercise During Pregnancy?
How do you know how much workout is too much for baby?
It's important to keep an eye on your heart rate — here's an easy way to see if you're overdoing it.
Week 29: Prenatal Yoga
Yoga is perfect for the pregnant body and soul — and perfect preparation for labor.
Week 30: Exercise Gear During Pregnancy
Having the right stuff is especially important now that you are pregnant — here's what you need.
Week 31: Kegel Exercises
The name may be silly, but these pelvic-floor strengthening exercises really work wonders.
Week 32: Relieving Neck Pain During Pregnancy
An easy way to relieve the tension that is no doubt building up in your neck right now.
Week 33: Pelvic Exercises During Pregnancy
Up against the wall, Mama — it's time for your pelvic tilts!
Week 34: Weight Training During Pregnancy
Lifting heavy weights isn't a good idea during pregnancy — here's why (and what to do instead).
Week 35: Energy During Pregnancy
Where to find your energy lift now that you've cut down on those lattes and caffeine during pregnancy
Week 36: Fit Pregnancy, Happy Baby
There's science behind it, but who cares? It works! Here's a surprising payoff to exercising during pregnancy.
Week 37: Ball Exercises During Pregnancy
Looking for a good late pregnancy workout? Get on the ball!
Week 38: Walking During Pregnancy
Why that late-pregnancy waddle is actually good for you
Week 39: Squat Exercises During Pregnancy
Not in the field, of course — but a few good squats in the routine now will help during labor.
Week 40: Exercises To Turn a Breech Baby
If your baby is breech, there are some specific exercises you can do to make him turn.
Week 41: Mini-Workouts Before Labor
A mini-workout during pregnancy to keep you toned while you wait for the baby to arrive
Week 42: Relaxation Techniques How to loosen up those tense muscles one last time — because it may be a while before you can relax again
First Trimester
Weeks 1 and 2: Exercise During Pregnancy – Yes, You Can!Pregnancy should not be viewed as an excuse not to exercise, says the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Week 3: Pregnancy Weight Control
Weight gain during pregnancy is inevitable, but it doesn't have to be permanent.
Week 4: Some Good Reasons to Work Out
Getting with the program is good for your pregnant body (both now and after delivery) and your mood.
Week 5: Swimming and Pregnancy
Swimming is fun, safe, low-impact — and it lets you feel weightless no matter how much pregnancy weight you gain!
Week 6: Working Out During Pregnancy – A Queasy Question
Should you or shouldn't you work out when you're nauseous? The answer: It depends.
Week 7: Working In Pregnancy Workouts
It's one thing to make the commitment to pregnancy exercise — it's another thing to find a slot for it in your schedule.
Week 8: Pregnancy and Working Out – Some Definite Don'ts
A quick list of workout no-nos to be aware of during your pregnancy.
Week 9: Workout Pace During Pregnancy
If you haven't worked out in a while, there are some good reasons not to start out with a bang.
Week 10: Activities to Avoid During Pregnancy
Even if you're a jock from way back, there are a few athletic activities that aren't recommended now that you're pregnant.
Week 11: Pregnancy Exercise Routine
Exercising for two hours one day, then another hour a week later won't do much to get you in shape. Here's a better approach.
Week 12: Motivation to Work Out During Pregnancy
Need help finding the motivation to exercise? Here are ways to make it more fun.
Week 13: How Much Water to Drink While Pregnant?
It's more important than ever to stay hydrated now, so plan on adding an extra glass of liquid when you work out.
Second Trimester
Week 14: Pregnancy Workout GoalsEarly pregnancy fatigue has you dragging, and you just want to crawl into bed — here are ways to get going.
Week 15: Maternity Workout Clothes
Wearing the right workout clothes will keep you safe, and make you look (and feel) good too.
Week 16: Workout Snacks During Pregnancy
Lucky you — you get to replace the calories you burn up at the gym! Here's how to choose pregnancy snacks wisely.
Week 17: Eat More When Working Out While Pregnant
You get to eat an extra 100 to 200 calories for every half hour of strenuous exercise during pregnancy. Stay away from that candy bar…
Week 18: Back Exercises During Pregnancy
Pregnancy backache got you down? Here are two options for stretching, loosening, and releasing tension.
Week 19: Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy
Just say no to these eight workout moves that are off-limits during pregnancy.
Week 20: Stretching During Pregnancy
Your stretched muscles and loosened ligaments make you more prone to injury these days, so be careful.
Week 21: Pregnancy Stretches: Take a Lap
Don't be a working stiff! Use these tricks and tips to help you stay loose.
Week 22: Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy
Physical activity is one of the best ways to stimulate your bowels and fight constipation during pregnancy.
Week 23: Pregnancy Exercise Scores Points
You're not the only one who benefits from pregnancy exercise — your baby does, too!
Week 24: Pilates During Pregnancy
Everybody's doing it — but is Pilates the right exercise for you?
Week 25: Posture During Pregnancy - Straighten Up!
Your posture takes a hit during pregnancy, but there are good reasons to stand up straight.
Week 26: Watch Your Balance During Pregnancy
It's not just what you do, it's what you do it on, especially now that your balance isn't what it used to be.
Week 27: Too Much Exercise During Pregnancy?
How do you know how much workout is too much for baby?
Third Trimester
Week 28: Exercise and Pregnancy Heart RateIt's important to keep an eye on your heart rate — here's an easy way to see if you're overdoing it.
Week 29: Prenatal Yoga
Yoga is perfect for the pregnant body and soul — and perfect preparation for labor.
Week 30: Exercise Gear During Pregnancy
Having the right stuff is especially important now that you are pregnant — here's what you need.
Week 31: Kegel Exercises
The name may be silly, but these pelvic-floor strengthening exercises really work wonders.
Week 32: Relieving Neck Pain During Pregnancy
An easy way to relieve the tension that is no doubt building up in your neck right now.
Week 33: Pelvic Exercises During Pregnancy
Up against the wall, Mama — it's time for your pelvic tilts!
Week 34: Weight Training During Pregnancy
Lifting heavy weights isn't a good idea during pregnancy — here's why (and what to do instead).
Week 35: Energy During Pregnancy
Where to find your energy lift now that you've cut down on those lattes and caffeine during pregnancy
Week 36: Fit Pregnancy, Happy Baby
There's science behind it, but who cares? It works! Here's a surprising payoff to exercising during pregnancy.
Week 37: Ball Exercises During Pregnancy
Looking for a good late pregnancy workout? Get on the ball!
Week 38: Walking During Pregnancy
Why that late-pregnancy waddle is actually good for you
Week 39: Squat Exercises During Pregnancy
Not in the field, of course — but a few good squats in the routine now will help during labor.
Week 40: Exercises To Turn a Breech Baby
If your baby is breech, there are some specific exercises you can do to make him turn.
Week 41: Mini-Workouts Before Labor
A mini-workout during pregnancy to keep you toned while you wait for the baby to arrive
Week 42: Relaxation Techniques How to loosen up those tense muscles one last time — because it may be a while before you can relax again
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