Abdominal massage is gaining attention as a natural remedy for gas and bloating, with early research suggesting it aids digestion by promoting peristalsis and relaxing muscles. Studies indicate it can ...

Wear sturdy shoes with good traction and dress in layers that you can remove as you warm up. Keep music low, choose well-lit areas, and wear bright or reflective clothing. Walk on sidewalks or paths, ...

Some essential oils that are generally safe during pregnancy are lavender, jasmine, rose, tangerine, chamomile, neroli, ylang-ylang, and lemon. Those to avoid include rosemary, sage, basil, peppermint ...

At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN's office full of anxiety. "They took my blood pressure, and it was ...

One ESSENCE beauty editor tried EmSculpt, a celebrity-approved body sculpting treatment equal to doing 20,000 crunches in 30 ...

Abdominal massage, also known as belly massage, draws newfound interest as a possible alternative natural remedy against gas and bloating, with millions seeking relief beyond medications or ...

A Florida mom spent months preparing to deliver what doctors repeatedly described as a "big baby"—but the reality was completely unexpected. Sophie Geraci (@sophiegracegeraci) posted a reel on ...

My goals are simple enough. I want to switch my brain off. I want to be able to get to sleep and stay asleep. I want to be ...

Most moms-to-be start feeling those first baby flutters between 16 and 22 weeks. For your partner? It usually takes until around 20 to 24 weeks to catch a kick from the outside – which can make the ...