Growing a baby is hard work, and it often comes with a side of extra hunger as your body fuels the little one inside. While the idea of “eating for two” is a common myth, changes in hunger levels, digestion, and food tolerance are very real. For example, you might sit down to enjoy a meal you’ve eaten countless times before, only to experience sudden heartburn that just won’t quit. Or you may plan a short outing and unexpectedly find yourself searching for the nearest restroom due to an upset …
The Baby Blog: Archives for February 2026
That Bites! Rattlesnakes and Pregnancy
At MotherToBaby we receive all kinds of questions about exposures during pregnancy. Most often, we teratogen information specialists get similar questions no matter what state or part of the country we work in. Commonly asked questions cover topics like medications, supplements, and alcohol. We also get questions about less common exposures too, such as someone taking their pet’s medication or a chemical spill in the workplace. Working in Arizona, we sometimes get questions that specialists in …
