Pregnancy

Maternity Monday: Dental Care During Pregnancy

Among the topics discussed: x-rays, frequency of dental exams, and the connection between toothpaste and morning sickness.

2013/05/20

Maternity Monday: Gadgets Made By Moms

“Mom-preneur” Amy Bradley joined us on The Couch to show us some great gadgets to make mom’s life easier – and all the products were invented by mothers.

2013/05/06

‘Babymoon’ Destinations: Where To Travel While You’re Expecting

Lia Batkin, co-founder of In the Know Experiences, an upscale travel and lifestyle experience agency, visited The Couch with her top destinations for luxury R&R while you’re expecting – from staycations to tropical vacations.

2013/04/29

Relieving Morning Sickness, Pregnancy Pains With Acupuncture

Licensed acupuncturist Erika Weber says the symptoms can be relieved with acupuncture. She visited The Couch on Tuesday to tell us more about how the ancient Chinese practice can help.

2013/04/23

Study: Women’s Deaths During, After Childbirth Skyrocketing In New York City

An alarming new report Monday showed a dramatic increase in the number of New York City mothers dying during and after delivering children.

2013/04/08

The Plan B pill, also known as the "morning after" pill, is displayed on a pharmacy shelf. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Judge Orders FDA To Remove Age Restrictions From ‘Morning After’ Pill

Young teenage girls may soon be able to get the so-called “morning after pill” without a doctor’s or a parent’s permission. A Brooklyn judge dealt the Obama administration a blow, saying age restrictions must go.

2013/04/05

Stylish Maternity Looks: Designer Fashions For Moms-To-Be

Celebrity stylist George Brescia visited The Couch to show us some of the hottest looks in maternity wear.

2013/04/03

How To Throw A Baby Shower & 2013′s Top Baby Must-Haves

The April issue of Fit Pregnancy, on newsstands on March 18, features their annual Buyer’s Guide for 2013 – with tips on how to throw a baby shower and all the top baby must-haves. Fit Pregnancy’s Tricia Perrotti joined us on The Couch to fill us in.

2013/03/08

Cardinal Timothy Dolan and City Council Speaker Christine Quinn (file / credits: Mario Tama/Getty Images, Ben Gabbe/Getty Images)

Dolan, Quinn Mark 40th Anniv. Of Roe V. Wade Decision On Abortion

It was 40 years ago today that the United States Supreme Court ruled in the case of Roe v. Wade, which made abortion legal in America.

2013/01/22

UPS Truck (file / credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

ACLU Files Complaint After Company Gives L.I. Woman Unpaid Leave Due To Pregnancy

Julie Desantis-Mayer was told by her doctor not to lift packages over 25 pounds because it could harm the baby.

2013/01/17

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian attend the Angel Ball 2012 at Cirpiani Wall Street on October 22, 2012.
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Kanye West, Kim Kardashian Expecting Their First Child

The rapper announced at a concert Sunday night that his girlfriend is pregnant.

2012/12/31

Prince William And Kate Middleton (credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

Royal Addition Coming: Prince William And Kate Middleton Expecting A Baby

Middleton was admitted to a hospital in London today due to acute morning sickness.

2012/12/03

Pregnant Woman (file / credit: clipart.com)

Legislation Proposed To Help Pregnant Women Working In NYC

More and more women want to work through their pregnancies and a measure introduced before the New York City Council might well help them.

2012/11/28

Eric Gunderson of Love and Theft (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

Love and Theft’s Eric Gunderson And Wife Announce Pregnancy

“I am so thrilled and know that my beautiful wife will be the most amazing mother,” says Eric.

2012/11/14

Mitt Romney (Credit: JIM WATSON/AFP/GettyImages)

Opinion: Mitt Romney Lie-O-Rama Tour Continues

Romney might say he won’t restrict a woman’s right to choose, but his message is clearly coded for his rightwing base: you do not have to worry about the Supreme Court. Relax, I’m with you, but I’m running for president for Pete’s sake.

2012/10/10

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