Austin’s mom knew she had to make some changes for her own health and the health of overweight her son. See how the family embraced healthy eating and exercise together, and what a difference it made in Austin’s life.
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Feature Article | Healthy Start for Moms
Diet and exercise tips for all stages of a mom’s life—before you’re pregnant, while you’re pregnant and when you have kids.
Ask the Expert | Managing Pregnancy Risks
Learn more about pregnancy risks and the steps you can take to increase your chance for a healthy pregnancy. With obstetrician/gynecologist Susan Gerber, M.D., Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Life Story Video | Melissa’s Story
Melissa has diabetes, but she wasn’t going to let that get in her way of a healthy pregnancy. See how this young mom worked with her doctor to take control of her health and her pregnancy.
Ask the Expert | Childhood Obesity
Learn about the childhood obesity epidemic in America and health risks faced by overweight kids. With pediatric cardiologist David Thoele, M.D., Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
Life Story Video | Austin’s Story
See how one mom’s decision to eat better and get active made a big difference for her whole family.
Challenge Yourself | Quick Quiz
How much do you know about pregnancy? Take this quiz and test your healthy pregnancy smarts.
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