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February is the month of love, and we see the signs of that everywhere. Heart shapes line supermarket aisles, decorate television ads and fill candy boxes throughout the month. So it’s no surprise that the American Heart Association has named February the American Heart Month. Because heart disease is both prevalent and deadly in the United States, it’s important to do what you can to stay healthy.

Make the right choices to protect your heart
Your diet can have an impact on your health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers some tips to consider when building a heart-healthy meal:¹

Did you know that, according to BabyCenter  more women give birth from mid-summer to early fall than any other time of the year? That means there are a lot of moms-to-be that need to stay cool during the hotter months of the year.

Staying cool during the summer can be a challenge for anyone—and expecting moms are no exception. Becoming overheated or dehydrated can lead to medical complications, including dehydration, which can cause contractions. We’ve compiled a few tips that may help keep you feeling comfortable as you go through the hot summer months.