Mommy in the house is on her way to third month of pregnancy. The first two months seem so normal. This is her second pregnancy but on the way to third month, mom feels so tired and moody. The first trimester is a time of rapid development for the baby because baby is growing so quickly, it is important to start a healthy lifestyle right away. It is her nature to be workaholic but now she is making way for her pregnancy as she needs enough rest and proper nutrition. She has been craving foods … [Read more...] about Fatigue on the Third Month of Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Early detection and symptoms of pregnancy
Early detection of pregnancy will help a pregnant mom to be more aware of the things to do and avoid during the first trimester of her pregnancy. It is primarily about starting a healthy lifestyle right away because the first trimester is a time of rapid development for your baby. My husband and I are so happy when we have learned that we will be having our second baby. Early symptoms of pregnancy-Urine pregnancy test Early symptoms of pregnancy nausea tender nipples and … [Read more...] about Early detection and symptoms of pregnancy
My wonderful experience in giving birth
“Congratulations you gave birth to a cute baby boy” Two days before I give birth, there is a slight watery spots in my maternity underwear and it’s really hard to identify if my amniotic fluid is leaking because I am a first time mom.( As a first time mom, there are lots of discoveries and things to learn as you experience it. ). Then the next day I have a weekly prenatal check-up and I told my doctor about it. She requested me to have an ultrasound that day and we were surprised because my … [Read more...] about My wonderful experience in giving birth
The Third Trimester (Weeks 28 to 42)
Getting ready for the delivery You may be feeling a bit bulky. Stretch marks, swollen ankles, colostrums(yellowish early milk), a protruding navel and shortness of breath are common. During this time, you may have take extra, unscheduled checkups based on your symptoms. Pre-term Labor • Call or consult your doctor if you have regular, rhythmic contractions before 37th week. Other signs which you should be aware of are vaginal bleeding, mucous discharge cramps or contractions and … [Read more...] about The Third Trimester (Weeks 28 to 42)
The Second Trimester (Weeks 13 to 27)
The second trimester is often called the "Golden Trimester" You may now start to look pregnant and want to treat yourself with new clothing (choose loose-fitting clothes and low-heeled, cushioned shoes.) You may notice that some of the discomforts of the first trimester are gone. During your prenatal checkups, you doctor May: • Measure your fundal height (the height of your uterus) to show how much your baby has grown and; and, • Listen to your baby’s heartbeat using a … [Read more...] about The Second Trimester (Weeks 13 to 27)