Supplementing with folic acid is a must in pregnancy—and even before you're pregnant. Here's what you need to know about folic acid for pregnancy.

Everything you need to know about folic acid for pregnancy

Supplementing with folic acid is a must in pregnancy. Here's what you need to know.

Why you need folic acid during—and before—pregnancy

Everything you need to know about your pregnancy: what to expect week by week, tips for baby names and baby shower planning, pregnancy health, and more.

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Answers to all of your questions around pregnancy health, from weight gain and diet to pregnancy bleeding, swelling, and what medications are safe to take. 

Pregnancy health

Read on to learn more about the symptoms, treatment options and complications of this rare and heartbreaking condition called molar pregnancy.

What is a molar pregnancy?

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Researchers have found that the brain undergoes changes during pregnancy to help prepare for motherhood

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Pregnancy perks: The health benefits for mom

Find out what you need to know about being pregnant, including common symptoms, how to manage your health, and what to expect week by week.

Being pregnant

What are the signs of labour? What’s a c-section like? And what if your home birth doesn’t go to plan? Learn what you need to know about giving birth

Giving birth

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'Pregnancy brain' is real—and may help women become better moms

Motherisk.org, which used to be a helpline run by SickKids for people who were pregnant or breastfeeding, is now run by a third-party promoting CBD oils.

The once-amazing Motherisk site is now owned by a weed company

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Recent research says certain levels of fluoride during pregnancy might not be safe for your baby. Here’s what you need to know.

Do you need to worry about fluoride during pregnancy?

It’s in your toothpaste and mouthwash, and there’s a good chance you’re drinking it, too. But recent research says certain levels of fluoride might not be safe for babies in utero. Here’s what you need to know.

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