Why do I have excessive saliva?

It’s totally normal to have more saliva while you’re pregnant. It’s called ptyalism, or sialorrhea, and the condition won’t affect your baby.

Normally, your salivary glands produce about 1 1/2 quarts of saliva a day, but you don’t realize it because you swallow! If you suddenly seem to have a lot more saliva in your mouth now that you’re pregnant, you actually may be producing more or swallowing less – or a combination of the two. Your excessive saliva might be a result of hormonal changes, nausea (which causes more saliva production) or heartburn, since the acid in your stomach can irritate your esophagus and triggers your salivary glands to produce more.

Some hacks to producing less saliva include brushing your teeth + using mouthwash several times a day, eating small, well-balanced meals, drinking plenty of water and sucking on hard candy or chewing gum.

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What's my Rh status and why does it matter?

The Rh factor is a protein found on the surface of red blood cells. Most people who have the Rh factor are Rh-positive. Those who do not have the Rh factor are Rh-negative. At some point in your early pregnancy, you will have blood tests to find out your blood type. When the mother is Rh-negative and the father is Rh-positive, the fetus can inherit the Rh factor from the father. This makes the fetus Rh-positive too.

This becomes an issue when the fetus’s blood has the Rh factor and the mother’s blood does not. If you are Rh-negative, and a small amount of the baby’s blood mixes with your blood, your body may create antibodies to the Rh antigens in the baby’s blood.

Not to worry mama. Thanks to modern medicine (yay!), you’ll undergo many tests to arm you with all the knowledge for your doctors to act accordingly. In addition to a basic blood test, an antibody screen can show if you’re RH negative and have developed antibodies to your RH positive babe. If so, an injection of Rh immunoglobulin (RhIg), a blood product can prevent this kind of reaction.

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Why am I having such mood swings?

You’re bloated, you’re stressed + you’re shouldering ALL the burden of bringing new life into this world. One minute you’re full of unbridled joy, and the next minute you want to toss a chair at your partner. Welcome to mood swings, the highs and lows of pregnancy (and motherhood, if we’re being totally honest). While these swings can be attributed to the general stress of pregnancy, there’s a bit more going on beneath the surface. Beyond the physical and metabolic changes (plus fatigue), your estrogen + progesterone levels are running amok in your body, which can affect your neurotransmitters, aka the brain chemicals that regulate mood. As your hormones even out after 10 weeks, so too should your feelings. But, if you find that you just can’t get a hold on things, call your medical provider to discuss options in seeking support.

1st Trimester

Why am I constipated?

Constipation is one of those rarely-discussed symptoms of pregnancy that affects just about everyone. It’s thought to be a result of hormones that relax the intestinal muscle + make food and waste move slower through the system, and by the pressure of a growing uterus on your intestines. Here are a few ways to reduce constipation:

Eat A High Fiber Diet: We’re talking 25-30 grams per day. Fruits, veggies, bran, prunes. You know it.

Drink Fluids, Lots of Them: 10-12 cups per day!

Get Moving: Walk, swim and do anything moderately to keep everything flowing.

Use Certain OTC Remedies: Metamucil is Category B and Colace, a stool softener, is also safe to use. Laxatives + Mineral Oil are pregnancy no-no’s.

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Which cleaning products are safe to use?

Contrary to what you’ve heard, it IS safe to use cleaning products during pregnancy (wanting to clean, on the other hand….) Just remember to take a few precautions. First, make sure you have plenty of fresh air circulating where you’re working and wear gloves and a long-sleeved shirt to protect your body (chemicals can be absorbed through the skin).

There is one cleaning job you’ll ask your partner to do – your oven. Oven cleaners give off A LOT of fumes. Another no-no is aerosol cleaning products, which release breathable chemicals into the air. If any fumes make you feel sick, ask someone else to do the cleaning. (hey, you’ve got the ultimate excuse!)

Finally, regardless of whether you’re pregnant or not, it’s important to remember never to mix different chemicals, such as ammonia and bleach. Such a combination can be very dangerous to anyone inhaling it. You can make your own all-purpose, all-natural cleaner by mixing vegetable-based liquid soap with a few drops of lavender essential oil. You can also look for natural cleaning products free of harsh + toxic substances. White distilled vinegar makes a great natural cleaner, and baking soda can clean tough marks from ovens. If you don’t have time to DIY, you can always shop “green” cleaning products that contain natural, organic ingredients instead of chemicals.

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Why do I have to pee so much?

That constant, unyielding “Holy Sh*T I gotta GO!” need to pee is one of the most common early symptoms of pregnancy that starts in the 1st trimester. For some mamas, this pressure, ahem, relieves itself once the uterus rises into your abdominal cavity during the 2nd trimester, although you may not notice that much relief. (Sorry.)

This whole pee “situation” is a result of the pregnancy hormone hCG, which increases the blood flow to your pelvic regions. While that blood flow can be linked to increased sexual pleasure (if you’re game for it, that is), it’s not so good for long car rides. HCG also increases blood flow to your kidneys, which become more efficient during pregnancy.

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As your kidneys get better at their job, your body gets rid of waste quicker. Your expanding uterus is also to blame since it puts pressure on your bladder, giving it less room to store urine.

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Of course, if you’re finding that your excessive need to pee is beyond excessive, phone your doc!

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What are my chances of having twins?

Wondering if you might be housing two or more future besties? It may seem like everyone’s having twins these days, and it’s kind of true. The number of twin births has jumped more than 75% in the past 30 years. What’s behind this multiple-baby boom? The fact that we’re all having babies older has something to do with it, along with an increase in fertility treatments + rise in obesity. Yet these are only a few of the factors.

Here are some more:

You have twins in your family: Your great uncles Eddie + Freddy might not be the only twins representing. Heredity doubles your chances of conceiving twins, but only on the mom’s side.
You’ve had twins before: Watch out, mama! If you’ve already given birth to twins, you’re more likely to do it again.
You’re an older mama-to-be: As you age, your chances of having twins goes up. Researchers have found that women over 35 produce more follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) than younger women, which may cause more than one egg to drop at ovulation.
You’re undergoing fertility treatments: Having any kind of assisted reproduction (especially the kind that stimulates ovulation) multiplies your chances of twins. About one-third of twin births and three-fourths of triplet births (and quadruplet births, etc) can be attributed to fertility treatments, according to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine.
You’re overweight. Women with pre-pregnancy BMIs higher than 30 are more likely to have fraternal twins than women with lower BMIs. Researchers think it’s because taller women have higher levels of insulin-like growth factor (IGF), which boosts ovulation by upping the sensitivity of the ovaries to FSH.

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Which over the counter drugs or medications can I take?

Women take meds during pregnancy for everything from diabetes, to depression, to seizures. Then there are the general aches and pains of life like a killer headache or insane heartburn. How to treat? Check in with your healthcare provider + give her the full 411 on what you’re taking and what you like to take for the usual stuff. She may switch your medication to lessen any risk to your babe. There are a lot of opinions surrounding this question, so be sure to talk to your doc and gage what feels right for you

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Why am I breaking out?

While the assumption is that you’re supposed to be this glowing goddess throughout your pregnancy, the reality is that pregnancy might make you more prone to serious breakouts (like 7th grade style). Two reasons this might be happening? One is that your hormones are straight up SURGING at around week 6 of pregnancy. In this case, progesterone might be responsible for your glands producing excess secretions of sebum (aka zit-causing oil) that clogs your pores and causes bacteria to build. Another reason is that your body is retaining more fluids, which contains toxins that can lead to zits. No fun!

The jury is still out on which prescription medications are safe during pregnancy (some OB’s are cool with a tiny amount of salicylic acid, some will recommend benzoyl peroxide or azelaic acid), but there are plenty of all natural remedies you can try, like tea tree oil and fruit acids. Remember to watch your diet, avoid greasy foods and load up on a vitamin-A rich regimen of fish, eggs and carrots. If your prenatal acne is severe, talk to your dermatologist to come up with a regimen that’s right for you.

1st Trimester

How do I deal with morning sickness?

Morning Sickness is that awful, icky feeling of being totally nauseous in the morning, but, let’s be honest, most women with morning sickness feel like sh*t all day. It’s most common in the 1st trimester when your hormones are RAGING (specifically hCG) and it should start to wean by your 2nd trimester. While not all remedies will work, you might find some relief with the following hacks:

Keep Your Stomach Full: Give yourself extra time in the morning and keep some dried cereal or crackers near your bed so you can eat the second you wake up.

Eat smaller meals more often: Eat portioned out meals throughout the day to avoid getting too full or too hungry. Because progesterone slows down the speed of digestion, you’ll also want to keep yourself from getting too full. Also, drink plenty of fluids before and after meals, but not during.

Avoid Greasy Foods: We encourage you to give into any craving your preggo heart desires, but if you’re nauseous, you should stay away from grease and spice! Keep it basic and bland until you feel better.

Eat tummy friendly snacks: Suck on a lemon, down some ginger (ginger-ale, tea, jam, snaps all work), sip some peppermint tea and keep those crackers handy. You WILL get through this. (we promise.)

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*NOTE: If you are experiencing EXTREME nausea and vomiting that does not go away, you could have Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), a condition that doesn’t allow you to keep any food or fluids down and can lead to severe dehydration and fatigue. The symptoms of HG usually start within the first six weeks of pregnancy and can keep you from doing your normal day-to-day activities. If you think you’re experiencing HG, call your healthcare provider to find out how you can feel better safely.

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