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The First Trimester (Weeks 1 to 12)

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Common signs of early pregnancy: nausea, tender nipples and breasts, bloating of the abdomen, fatigue and frequent urination. The first trimester is a time of rapid development for your baby because you baby is growing so quickly, it is important that you start a healthy lifestyle right away. ------------1st Month--------- What happens to mom? Your breasts are tender and full. You may notice light spotting as the embryo implants itself in your uterus. What Happens to baby? The ... [ Continue Reading ]

Pregnancy Symptoms and what you can do about it.

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Backache – Hormonal Changes and the extra weight you are carrying may cause your back to ache. You should: Watch your posture when sitting or lying down. Use bed and chairs that support your spine firmly. Stay out of the high-heeled shoes and avoid long periods of standing or sitting. Stand up straight. Do not slouch. Bend your knees instead of your back when picking things up. Do not lift heavy objects. Super mommy Jem Notes: During my pregnancy, I regularly rest at noontime ... [ Continue Reading ]

Learn how to compute for the expected date of delivery (EDD)

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"Just add 7 days to the date of the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP) and count back 3 months." Example: If your LMP is January 16, then your EDD is October 23. How to compute? Month: January minus 3 months equals October. Day: 16 plus 7 equals 23. Remember: These dates are not 100% accurate. Your baby may arrive two weeks earlier or later than the EDD. Return to pregnancy and prenatal check-ups ... [ Continue Reading ]

Pregnancy and Prenatal check-ups

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Pregnancy and Prenatal check-ups "Motherhood is an ultimate gift a woman will treasure forever." Having a baby is one of the most exciting endeavours a woman can undertake. The excitement and curiosity lies ahead sometimes you even feel scared and sensitive during pregnancy.  There are three stages of pregnancy called “Trimesters” and in this period you will go through a series of changes. There is also much learning to take place and exciting discoveries as we journey towards parenthood. ... [ Continue Reading ]