Nothing is more ubiquitous with pregnancy than cravings for sweets. Whether you are craving candies, ice cream, bakery, or other desserts, it is natural to wonder if these cravings are simply...
Category: Candy & Chocolate
Mmm, chocolate! A popular craving and a much-needed treat in pregnancy. Chocolate has an interesting write-up in the scientific community about its benefits (and drawbacks) in pregnancy, so I decided...
During pregnancy, ginger comes highly recommended by everyone - from your sister to your hairstylist, and it can start to feel like the herb is a magical cure-all. Magic aside, ginger does actually...
If you’ve recently searched the internet for licorice (also spelled liquorice), you might have been surprised by the results. From motherhood blogs to the New York Times, eating licorice while...
Coconuts contain many vitamins and nutrients that are beneficial in pregnancy, but how many benefits you can get depend on what form the coconut takes. In this article, we'll look at the...
Can You Chew Gum When Pregnant? Is It Safe to Eat When Swallowed?
Many women wonder if it’s safe to chew gum when pregnant. What about sweeteners? Is it safe if you accidentally swallow the gum? You can definitely enjoy some kinds of chewing gum while...