There's no doubt, it's hard to squeeze exercise into your day when you're busy caring for a baby. To stay motivated, sometimes its best to join forces with other moms and personal trainer Hilary Hall, ...

With the diaper changes and feedings, new moms hardly have time to think about exercise, let alone squeezing in a workout. But think about this: your postpartum workout sessions can help your baby ...

I’ve been writing about fitness for over a decade, but nothing made me feel more like a beginner than my first few workouts after giving birth. I have vivid memories of lying next to my baby’s Moses ...

One of the great things about pregnancy is that it offers a seemingly plausible excuse to indulge — eat a little more dessert (why not, when you’re going to gain so much weight anyway) and dial down ...

Spanish researchers have clarified doubts over the physical activity recommended during pregnancy. Their work highlights how exercise should be taken not only by healthy, previously active women, but ...

Finding the time and motivation to exercise postpartum can be a challenge, which is why I encourage new moms to find movement they can do with their baby in tow. Not only is bonding with your little ...

The early postpartum period can feel a bit like a blur - part magic, part mayhem! Maybe you’re reading this whilst still living in that dreamy (and slightly hazy) newborn bubble, or maybe you’re a few ...

This is part one of a two-part series on fitness and nutrition for new mothers. The first column is about exercise and activity. The second focuses on nutrition and weight loss. After pregnancy, can ...

During pregnancy, eating a healthy diet and staying active is a top priority. But once baby is here, many women put their own health on the back burner. Even for those who want to prioritize movement, ...

Dear Dr. Donohue: My husband and I have been trying to start a family for three years. I am pregnant, finally, and would like some information on exercise and nutrition during pregnancy. Is exercise ...