Who should host the shower? It is a very diverse list, which includes: mother, mother-in-law, sister or sister-in law, friend(s) at work, close personal friend, another female relative with whom you are close, or any number of other people. Really whomever offers!

If you are unhappy passing on a traditional family name, don't rule out using it as the middle name as a compromise to keep from breaking the family tradition.

Bleeding is another sign that something may be wrong. Whether it happen while you are working out or at any other time, it is best to call your doctor or midwife immediately. It could mean different things, depending on what stage of pregnancy you are in, or it could mean nothing at all.

Spicey and fried foods are hard on your stomach when it isn't pregnant, when it is, they are much worse! Try to avoid spicey foods until you are looking to start labor (just a myth)! Stay away from fried foods completely if you can.