Pregnancy Fitness & Exercise

The Benefits of Pilates During Pregnancy (Video)

Pilates has many benefits for expectant moms

The Benefits of Pilates for Labor and Delivery (Video)

Pilates has benefits for expectant moms during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum

What is NIA Body Movement? (Video)

An expressive body movement practice that's composed of martial arts, healing arts and dance

A New Tool to Keep Pregnancy Weight Gain in Check

Need an intervention, Mom-to-be? Not that kind, but one that may help you stay on the right track with weight gain during pregnancy. ... Read More

Can You Really Exercise Your Way to a Better Childbirth?

Exercising during pregnancy may help with everything from back pain and fatigue to reducing risk for gestational diabetes. But don't expect ... Read More

Could Pre-Pregnancy Waistline Predict Risk for Gestational Diabetes?

Have an "apple" body shape? High triglyceride levels? You may be at risk for developing gestational diabetes.

Exercise During Pregnancy and Baby's Heart Health

Given the green light from your doctor or midwife to go ahead and exercise during pregnancy, but still can't seem budge from the couch? Here's a ... Read More

Exercise During Pregnancy: Guidelines to Follow from the ACOG

Most future mamas know that exercise and pregnancy is a great match. But the ACOG wants to make sure you do it safely.

Fit Moms-to-Be Have Fewer C-Sections

Regular, safe exercise during pregnancy provides a wealth of benefits, including better health for you and your baby-to-be. ... Read More

Gestational Diabetes 101

Don't let Gestational Diabetes stress you out. Learn all the lingo you need to know to best discuss your condition with your doctor. ... Read More

No More Excuses! New Options for Prenatal Exercise

From ballet to Zumba—there's a whole new world of prenatal exercise out there!

Om Mama: Yoga for Moms-to-Be

This special workout routine is perfect for pregnancy and will help you strengthen your body and mind in preparation for childbirth. ... Read More

Pregnancy Fitness Checklist

Looking for what you'll need to begin a prenatal fitness regime? Be sure to check out our list of must-haves for exercise in pregnancy. ... Read More

Q&A: Can running cause premature labor?

Q&A: I recently had a miscarriage, but want to start exercising again.