Symptoms
Quickly jump to symptom guidance organized by pregnancy stage.
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A curated pregnancy guide tailored to your week, helping you organize questions, next steps, partner support, movement ideas, and essentials in one simple place.
Popular pregnancy topics
Explore by topic
Jump into common pregnancy questions, then personalize by week to see what matters most right now.
Foods to avoid
Review common food safety questions and avoid-or-limit items.
See foodsMedication questions
Find medication questions to bring up with your doctor by symptom.
See medication questionsBody changes
Track body changes with neutral week-by-week context.
See body changesMovement and classes
Find movement ideas and nearby prenatal class options.
See movement ideasBeauty & Fragrance
Understand pregnancy-aware swaps for skincare, haircare, fragrance, and common concern ingredients.
See beauty swapsEssentials checklist
Browse essentials by need and save favorites for later.
See essentialsPopular Pregnancy Questions
Explore by question
Is nausea, fatigue, or reflux normal this week?
Use the symptoms section to compare common week-by-week patterns, comfort ideas, and symptoms that may be worth asking your doctor about.
See symptomsCan I eat deli meat, sushi, soft cheese, or leftovers?
The foods section separates avoid, limit, and safer-prep guidance so specific food questions are easier to sort through.
See foodsWhat can I ask about for heartburn, allergies, constipation, or pain relief?
The medication section groups common questions by symptom so you can bring a more organized list to your doctor.
See medicationsWhich beauty and fragrance ingredients should I swap during pregnancy?
The Beauty & Fragrance section explains common concern ingredients, where they usually appear, and better product swaps to consider.
See beauty swapsCan I use retinol, retinoids, or acne treatments while pregnant?
Review common acne and anti-aging ingredients, where they show up on labels, and gentler swaps like azelaic acid, niacinamide, mineral SPF, and barrier-support products.
See retinoid / acne swapsWhat should I use for pregnancy melasma, dark spots, or sensitive fragrance?
Compare better swaps for brightening products, strong peels, heavy fragrance, essential oils, and scent-triggered irritation during pregnancy.
See brightening swapsWhat kind of movement is usually reasonable during pregnancy?
If your doctor says movement is okay for you, the movement section helps compare gentle activity ideas, duration goals, and class options.
See movementWhich pregnancy items should I save for later?
Curated Essentials lets you favorite products and class recommendations so useful items are easy to revisit.
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Preparing for Baby
Baby prep timeline
A simple milestone guide for when to research, compare, buy, and set up bigger baby items.
Related: where to buy baby products .
Appointment Prep
Review saved doctor questions, recent symptoms, body-change notes, and partner support items before the next visit.
Questions for Doctor
No doctor questions saved yet.
Partner Support
Simple ways a partner, spouse, husband, or support person can help this week.
Symptom Journal
No symptom entries saved yet.
Symptoms & Relief
What you might be feeling right now, simple ways to get more comfortable, and signs that are worth checking in about. Every pregnancy is different, so it can still be normal if a symptom shows up earlier, later, or not at all.
Symptom Journal
Track what happened, how strong it felt, and any notes you may want to mention later.
Medications by Common Sickness
Common options people ask about, organized by symptom so it is easier to know what to bring up with your doctor.
Foods
A simple look at foods to avoid, foods to limit, and easy swaps that may feel safer during pregnancy.
Vitamins & Nutrients
Key nutrients, everyday food sources, and supplement notes that can support pregnancy.
Movement & Classes
Gentle movement ideas, realistic time goals, and local prenatal classes when available. If your doctor says it is okay, many people aim for about 150 minutes of moderate movement per week, broken into manageable sessions.
Enter a ZIP code and preferred distance range to show specific prenatal or pregnancy-safe class recommendations when available.
Pregnancy Body Changes
Track current weight against general BMI-based pregnancy body-changes ranges. These are broad estimates, so use this as a reference point and follow your guidance from your doctor.
Your details
Enter height and weight to calculate your current range.
Height
Current estimate
Based on your entered height, pre-pregnancy weight, and current week.
BMI
Current gain
lbs
Total target
This is a general estimate. Body changes is not perfectly linear, and your doctor may recommend a different target.
Curated Essentials
Helpful clothing, products, and everyday essentials grouped by what you may actually need right now.
Beauty & Fragrance Swaps
Understand which fragrance and beauty ingredients may be concerning during pregnancy, where they commonly appear, and the better swaps to use instead.
Concern
Acne, breakouts, or anti-aging
Review retinol, retinoids, skin-cycling actives, prescription acne products, or oral acne medication.
Melasma, dark spots, or brightening
Review fading creams, bleaching creams, strong brighteners, resurfacing peels, or professional-strength acids.
Fragrance, perfume, or scent sensitivity
Review scented products if they cause nausea, headaches, itching, rash, eczema, or feel overwhelming during pregnancy.
Dandruff, scalp irritation, or hair growth
Review medicated, prescription, leave-on, or hair-regrowth scalp products before continuing.
Keratin, smoothing, or straightening
Review salon services that use strong fumes, heat sealing, chemical relaxers, or formaldehyde-related ingredients.
Ingredients & Better Products
Acne, wrinkles, or skin cycling
Retinoids, retinol, and prescription acne actives
Common in anti-aging, acne, and prescription routines. Swap to azelaic acid, niacinamide, gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and mineral SPF.
Retinoids, retinol, and prescription acne actives
Common in anti-aging, acne, and prescription routines. Swap to azelaic acid, niacinamide, gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and mineral SPF.Commonly found in
- Retinol night creams, wrinkle serums, eye creams, and skin-cycling routines
- Acne gels, spot treatments, online acne programs, and prescription topical creams
- Prescription or oral acne medications and compounded skincare
Watch for on labels
- Retinol, retinal, retinyl palmitate, retinyl acetate
- Tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene, isotretinoin, spironolactone, tetracycline-class antibiotics
- Prescription, compounded, or pharmacy-only language
Swap to
- Azelaic acid for blemishes, redness, and uneven tone
- Niacinamide for oil balance and barrier support
- Gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and mineral SPF while you confirm medication questions
Products
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Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
Simple cleanser for a lower-irritation routine.
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Cos De BAHA Azelaic Acid 10% Serum
Retinoid-free active for blemishes, redness, and uneven tone.
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Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum
Fragrance-free support for oil balance and barrier care.
Melasma, dark spots, or peeling
Hydroquinone, aggressive brighteners, and strong peels
Common in dark spot correctors and resurfacing kits. Swap to daily mineral SPF, hats/shade, azelaic acid, niacinamide, and gentle exfoliation only if tolerated.
Hydroquinone, aggressive brighteners, and strong peels
Common in dark spot correctors and resurfacing kits. Swap to daily mineral SPF, hats/shade, azelaic acid, niacinamide, and gentle exfoliation only if tolerated.Commonly found in
- Melasma creams, fading creams, and skin-lightening products
- Dark spot correctors, brightening kits, and compounded pigment formulas
- At-home peel pads, resurfacing masks, and professional-strength acid products
Watch for on labels
- Hydroquinone, bleaching cream, fading cream, or lightening cream
- High-strength glycolic, lactic, mandelic, or salicylic acid peels
- Peel, resurfacing, extra-strength, professional-strength, or weekly peel language
Swap to
- Mineral SPF every morning, plus hats and shade when possible
- Azelaic acid or niacinamide for tone support
- Gentle exfoliation less often, only if your skin barrier is calm
Products
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Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
Mineral SPF option for daily melasma and dark spot prevention.
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EltaMD UV Physical SPF 41
Tinted mineral sunscreen option for visible-light support.
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Cos De BAHA Azelaic Acid 10% Serum
Retinoid-free tone-support option.
Fragrance sensitivity, nausea, or irritation
Heavy fragrance, perfume, and essential oils
Common in body wash, lotion, shampoo, perfume, candles, and aromatherapy. Swap to fragrance-free basics or very light scent used sparingly.
Heavy fragrance, perfume, and essential oils
Common in body wash, lotion, shampoo, perfume, candles, and aromatherapy. Swap to fragrance-free basics or very light scent used sparingly.Commonly found in
- Perfume, body mist, scented lotion, body oil, deodorant, and body wash
- Shampoo, conditioner, hair masks, dry shampoo, and styling products
- Essential oil blends, aromatherapy rollers, candles, and pillow sprays
Watch for on labels
- Fragrance, parfum, aroma, essential oil blend, lavender oil, tea tree oil, peppermint oil
- Strong scent claims such as long-lasting perfume or heavily scented body care
- Products that make nausea, headaches, itching, or eczema worse
Swap to
- Fragrance-free lotion, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner as the default
- Unscented barrier products when skin feels itchy or reactive
- If you keep perfume, use less, avoid direct application to irritated skin, and stop if it triggers symptoms
Products
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CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
Fragrance-free barrier moisturizer for face or body.
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CeraVe Hydrating Body Wash
Gentle fragrance-free body wash option.
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Vanicream Shampoo + Conditioner Set
Fragrance-free haircare for sensitive scalps.
Medicated scalp or hair-growth products
Medicated scalp products and hair-growth treatments
Common in dandruff, psoriasis, and hair-loss products. Swap to gentle fragrance-free haircare while you ask about medicated options.
Medicated scalp products and hair-growth treatments
Common in dandruff, psoriasis, and hair-loss products. Swap to gentle fragrance-free haircare while you ask about medicated options.Commonly found in
- Medicated dandruff shampoos and psoriasis scalp treatments
- Hair-growth foams, drops, serums, and minoxidil products
- Prescription scalp solutions and leave-on treatments
Watch for on labels
- Minoxidil or hair regrowth claims
- Medicated, psoriasis, steroid, or prescription language
- Ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, coal tar, or high-strength scalp actives
Swap to
- Gentle fragrance-free shampoo and conditioner while you ask your clinician
- Non-medicated scalp care, soft brushing, and avoiding tight hairstyles
- Dermatologist-approved treatment if dandruff or scalp irritation is severe
Products
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Vanicream Shampoo + Conditioner Set
Fragrance-free shampoo and conditioner set for sensitive scalps.
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SEEN Fragrance-Free Shampoo
Non-comedogenic fragrance-free shampoo option.
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SEEN Fragrance-Free Conditioner
Conditioner option for sensitive or breakout-prone skin.
Keratin, smoothing, or straightening treatments
Keratin, smoothing, relaxers, and straightening treatments
Common in salon smoothing services and at-home straightening kits. Swap to non-chemical frizz control or ask about ventilation and ingredients first.
Keratin, smoothing, relaxers, and straightening treatments
Common in salon smoothing services and at-home straightening kits. Swap to non-chemical frizz control or ask about ventilation and ingredients first.Commonly found in
- Keratin treatments, Brazilian blowouts, smoothing treatments, relaxers, and rebonding
- At-home straightening kits and bond-smoothing systems
- Salon services with strong fumes, heat sealing, or formaldehyde-related warnings
Watch for on labels
- Formaldehyde, methylene glycol, formalin, aldehyde, or smoothing treatment fumes
- Keratin treatment, Brazilian blowout, relaxer, rebonding, or permanent straightening
- Instructions requiring high heat to seal product into the hair
Swap to
- Frizz-control styling without chemical straightening
- Microfiber towel, satin pillowcase, gentle conditioner, and low-heat styling
- If treating hair in salon, ask about ventilation and ingredient disclosures first
Products
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Kitsch Satin Pillowcase
Non-chemical friction reduction for smoother hair while sleeping.
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Turbie Twist Microfiber Hair Towel
Gentler drying swap to reduce frizz without a chemical treatment.
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Moroccanoil Treatment Light
Light smoothing oil; patch test and avoid if fragrance triggers nausea or irritation.
Appointment Prep
A practical pre-visit summary of what you saved, what changed recently, and what may be worth asking your doctor.
Pre-visit checklist
Prepare for your next appointment
Questions for Doctor
Add questions here or save them from any section using “Ask my doctor about this.”
Symptom Journal
Add a quick symptom note here or use the full Symptom Journal on the Symptoms page.
Body changes and partner notes
Partner Support During Pregnancy
Simple ways a partner, spouse, husband, or support person can help this week, based on the current pregnancy stage.
This week
Small ways to support
How to help
What she may be feeling
Helpful things to handle
Food support
Helpful when cooking at home, picking up food, or choosing a restaurant together.
Easy foods to focus on
- Simple protein, cooked through, such as chicken, eggs, fish, beans, or Greek yogurt.
- Fiber and steady-energy sides like fruit, oatmeal, rice, potatoes, or whole-grain toast.
- Small snacks that are easy to keep nearby if nausea or reflux shows up.
When eating out
- Pick places with freshly cooked meals and flexible substitutions.
- Ask for meat, eggs, and fish fully cooked.
- Choose pasteurized dairy, cooked seafood, and lower-mercury fish options when possible.
Things to be careful with
- Avoid raw or undercooked meat, fish, eggs, and unpasteurized dairy.
- Be cautious with deli meats unless heated, high-mercury fish, and premade foods sitting out.
- When unsure, save the question for the doctor or check the Foods section together.
Keep it simple: ask what would actually help today, then take one thing off her plate.
Things you can buy to help
Stage-relevant ideas for mom’s comfort and, when timing makes sense, baby-prep items to research or buy.
Common partner questions
What foods should I focus on or avoid when supporting a pregnant partner?
Focus on simple, freshly cooked meals with protein, fiber, hydration, and easy snacks. Be careful with raw or undercooked meat, fish, eggs, unpasteurized dairy, high-mercury fish, and foods that have been sitting out.
How can I support my pregnant wife or partner?
Start by asking what would actually help today, then take one practical task off her plate. Small, consistent support usually matters more than one big gesture.
What should I buy for my pregnant wife or partner?
Useful items usually focus on comfort, hydration, sleep, nausea, swelling, or postpartum preparation. The best choices depend on the stage of pregnancy and what she is feeling that week.
How can a husband help during pregnancy?
A husband can help by handling heavier errands, tracking appointment questions, keeping water and snacks nearby, helping with comfort items, and reducing daily tasks that have become harder.
How can a partner help before prenatal appointments?
Review saved questions, write down recent symptoms, bring medication or supplement questions, and help make sure the appointment does not feel rushed.
Favorites
Your saved products and class ideas in one place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I use GlowingMommy without creating an account? Yes. GlowingMommy gives you a personalized pregnancy guide without requiring an account.
How is GlowingMommy different from a pregnancy tracker app? GlowingMommy focuses on week-specific guidance, saved doctor questions, partner support, and curated essentials in a lightweight web experience.
Does GlowingMommy give medical advice? No. GlowingMommy is for general informational and educational purposes only and helps organize topics to discuss with your doctor.
What can I personalize by pregnancy week? You can personalize symptoms, foods, medications, vitamins, beauty and fragrance swaps, movement, body changes, essentials, partner support, and doctor questions by pregnancy week.
Is my information stored in an account? No account is required. Saved questions, notes, favorites, and pregnancy details are saved locally on your own device.
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