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During active labor, your contractions will be stronger and more rhythmic than with early labor. They peak and subside like waves. They may happen 3 to 5 minutes apart and last about 45 to 60 seconds. Read on to learn more.

Congratulations on your new baby! Diapers won’t be the only thing you’ll change in the months ahead. Your sense of yourself and how you relate to your partner will also be different. If you have other children, expect some emotional swings, as you and your family try out your new roles.

Helping yourself feel fit is one of the best things you can do for your baby. A little exercise will tone your muscles. You’ll feel stronger and more energized. Don’t worry about your weight right now. Your goal is to feel healthy. Here are suggestions to help you do so.

After you deliver your baby, you can start to exercise whenever you feel ready. Let your body be your guide. Most women are ready to exercise after 6 weeks, while some women will be ready a few days after delivery. If you've had a cesarean section, check with your doctor about exercising.

A flu vaccine is the best protection against the flu (influenza) for your child and other family members. Learn more about the vaccine, how it protects your child, and who should get it.

The flu (influenza) is caused by a virus that's easy to spread, especially among kids in school or day care. The flu can make children very sick. Here are ways to prevent and treat the flu in your child.

Breaking old habits can be hard. But when your health is at stake, it's never too late to make changes for the better. Some lifestyle changes might be easy for you. Others might be tough.

When a child has a peanut allergy, any contact with peanuts may cause a life-threatening reaction. For that reason, your child must stay away from peanuts and anything that contains them.

Children allergic to 1 type of shellfish, such as lobster, often react to other types as well. For that reason, your child should stay away from all shellfish.