Third Trimester

	5 Fears of the Father-to-Be Feel ready to be a dad? Of course you don’t.
	Blood Pressure and the Baby Bump The stress of preparing for baby and coping with a changing body are enough to keep any expectant mother busy, but it’s the pressure prospective moms often can’t see that may truly deserve their attention.
	What to Expect After Your C-Section Learn what to expect after your cesarean section—whether the surgery was expected or not.
	Pregnancy Pampering Tips Treat yourself to some well-deserved “me” time before your little one’s arrival.
	Beat the Back Pain Blues The final trimesters of pregnancy can feel like you have a bowling ball strapped to your belly, so it’s no wonder your back hurts. Here are some pain-relief tips that actually work.
	Sickle Cell and Pregnancy A genetic disorder that is often passed from parent to child, sickle cell disease can have profound effects on a mother and her baby during pregnancy. But proper planning can help ensure that both mom and baby remain as healthy as possible.
	Investigating the Use of Nitrous Oxide in Labor Moms-to-be have several options for managing labor pain beyond an epidural. Get the facts about the safety, efficacy and use of nitrous oxide in labor.
	The Skinny on Stretch Marks You know stretch marks are a common feature of pregnancy, but a few facts about the skin condition may surprise you.
	6 Ways to Ease Constipation During Pregnancy A variety of factors converge during pregnancy to create the perfect conditions for constipation. A multi-step strategy can help mothers-to-be find relief.
	Get Some Skin in the Game Skin-to-skin contact for newborns is more than an ideal, it’s doctor-recommended.