⁣During your pregnancy, exercise will be beneficial for you and the baby! Exercise has a number of benefits for anyone, but there are a number of additional benefits only pregnant women and the babies they are carrying get to experience: Pregnant women: Raises endorphins that can help diminish pregnancy depression and anxiety due to changes in hormones Helps pregnant women fall asleep easier than they normally would Speeds up metabolism and relieves constipation The more your

Eating for two? Here are some tips for maintaining a healthy diet for you and the baby: Calories: First trimester - About 1,800 calories per day Second trimester - About 2,200 calories per day Third trimester - About 2,400 calories per day *Calories based on the average weight and BMI for surrogates. Weight gain: Worried about the weight you're gaining? Don't put too much thought into it, here are some of the reasons you're gaining pounds: 7.5 pounds: Average baby's weight 7

About 75% of pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) - also known as morning sickness. NVP can start around week 4 of a woman's pregnancy and can last up to 14 weeks. Causes: Hormone levels Sensitivity Stress Fatigue First-time pregnancy status Genetics Symptoms: Strong aversions to certain smells and foods A queasy feeling that's accompanied by hunger pangs Nausea that strikes after eating Nausea that's so strong it can lead to vomiting Strong aversi