What Happens During the Third Trimester

Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life. Nothing is more exciting than the thrill of the third trimester (weeks 28 to 40). This is a busy time for the growing baby, who is preparing for his or her entrance into the world.

Every baby develops at his or her own pace, even in the [...]

Relief For Common Pregnancy Discomforts

Being pregnant is no piece of cake! From the first spells of nausea before you even realize that you are pregnant to the swollen ankles of the third trimester, there are plenty of uncomfortable symptoms that go along with pregnancy. While it is impossible to get rid of them all, there are a few tricks [...]

Pain During Pregnancy

When it comes to being pregnant, pain is inevitable. Most women experience pain head to toe, while others feel it in just one particular area of the body. Whether it’s a headache, back pain, pelvic pain or leg and feet swelling, the pain can be hard to deal with. Lets go over which pain is [...]

Is It Safe to Sleep on Your Stomach During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy is an exciting phase. Although it accompanies a plethora of chemical reactions and carries the thrill of uncertainty, pregnancy is bliss. During pregnancy, things like diet, travelling and work pressure should be considered. Most important thing to be taken into account is the sleeping position.

Not much research has been conducted to confirm the [...]

Pregnancy Headaches: An Overview

Some women experience pregnancy headaches and some do not. Pregnancy headaches can cause some women to feel even greater discomfort, on top of having to carry a baby. These women normally experience severe headaches during the first and last trimesters. Yet, there is also a second group of women, who are normally [...]

Short Term Disability – Affording First Trimester Bed Rest

A new pregnancy if full of excitement and anticipation; you look forward to that bouncing new baby and holding it in your arms. Many couples choose to wait until the second trimester to break the news to family and friends. There is a realization that the first few months of pregnancy can be risky. If [...]

The Value Of Abdominal Exercise During Pregnancy

Exercise is advisable for pregnant women, as exercise during pregnancy prepares a pregnant woman’s body for the demands of labor. Most exercise routines for pregnant women include swimming and brisk walking. Special yoga classes and tai chi, are also popular, and believe it or not, abdominal exercise during pregnancy.

Abdominal exercise during pregnancy may sound a [...]

Eating During Pregnancy: The Last Two Trimesters

Your concerns about eating during pregnancy will change slightly as your baby grows and develops throughout the next nine months. During the first three months, most expectant mothers must make sweeping lifestyle changes to accommodate the new baby. This may include weaning off a caffeine habit, no longer eating junk food, and switching to whole [...]

What to Eat When Pregnant: Your First Trimester

When you first learn you’re having a baby, you probably immediately begin to question your diet and wonder what to eat when pregnant. Healthy nutrition is crucial during all stages of pregnancy, but the steps you take during your first trimester help to prepare yourself for the rest of your pregnancy.

Also, over the first three [...]

Stages of Pregnancy – What Exactly Is Your Baby Doing?

Until you discover that you are pregnant, you may not consider the various stages of your baby during pregnancy. But, once your doctor has confirmed that you are carrying a baby in your womb, it’s time to pay attention to each stage your baby goes through during pregnancy.

Because of the many symptoms in early pregnancy, [...]