All Entries in the "Pregnancy Stages" Category
Tips for Second Trimester of Pregnancy
The second trimester is the most relaxing time during pregnancy for most of the women. Morning sickness can still be observed in some cases but in most of the cases the problems disappear by the end of the first trimester.
Here are some tips you can follow during your second trimester to make it more enjoyable:
The [...]
Tips for Third Trimester of pregnancy
Third trimester is the most difficult and most crucial of all. Discomfort may be felt as
you continue to gain weight and your false labor contractions continue.
As your fetus grows, heat will be radiated and thus your body temperature will increase. You may feel uncomfortable and you may also perspire more, especially at night. Dress [...]
Tips for First Trimester of Pregnancy
The first trimester is made up of the first 12 weeks after fertilization. Your body will undergo many changes. You will feel uncomfortable a lot of times but you must know that this discomfort will go away with the progress of your pregnancy.
Here are some tips to help you cope up with these changes:
Wear a [...]
Twins and Multiples
Gone are the days when a woman used to know that she is having multiples right at the time of labor. Today, a pregnant woman comes to know whether she is having multiples or not during the first trimester itself. Ultrasound is a foolproof device that helps in finding that out.
If you are larger than [...]
What should you ask the Doctor during your Prenatal Visits?
During Pregnancy you have to visit the doctor quite frequently and it is very necessary that you build a good rapport with your ob-gyn.
Choose the Right Doctor
To get a good medical assistance you need to have a good relationship with your doctor. There should not just be professional terms with your ob-gyn but you should [...]
Ninth Month of Pregnancy
This is the last stage of pregnancy. The most awaited day of child birth arrives in this month.
The baby is now ready to be born. The lungs are fully developed this month. A substance known as surfactant is released, when they develop. This helps the baby in breathing at the time of its birth. It [...]
What are Placental Abruptions?
With the joys of pregnancy also come a lot of fears of complications and uncertainty. There are many problems that might develop in women during the process of pregnancy. One such critical problem which some women face is Placental abruptions. Let us try to explore in details of what is this problem, its symptoms and [...]
Sixth Month of Pregnancy
Sixth month is like a turning point for most of the women. It is a time when the mother enjoys the growing belly and feels the baby moving inside the womb.
Changes Observed:
The movement of the fetus increases. Due to small size the baby if free to move and change positions in the fluid.
The baby breathes [...]
Sixth Month of Pregnancy
Sixth month is like a turning point for most of the women. It is a time when the mother enjoys the growing belly and feels the baby moving inside the womb.
Changes Observed:
The movement of the fetus increases. Due to small size the baby if free to move and change positions in the fluid.
The baby breathes [...]
How does it feel to take an Ultrasound?
An ultrasound uses a transducer to transmit high frequency sound waves that are inaudible to humans into the vaginal and abdominal area. When these sound waves are echoed back they create pictures of the fetus inside the womb. A lot of useful information can be collected by the doctors using an ultrasound like the situation [...]
Fifth Month of Pregnancy
The fifth month is considered as one of the most special moths since it brings along with it a lot of changes at the physical as well as emotional plane.
Physical changes in the fetus:
The development of fetus takes place rapidly. The internal organs of the baby start forming and taking shape. You will observer that [...]
Fetal Development: Week 1 to 5
First and second week: The first two weeks of your pregnancy are a preparation of the body for the third week when the fertilization and implantation occurs. The embryo is not yet formed. Conception usually begins approximately two weeks after the start of your period. Your period is counted as a part of your pregnancy [...]
Facts about Placenta Previa
Placenta previa is a very rare disease and less than one percent of females are susceptible to this disease. If it occurs in the first delivery there are about four to eight percent chances of having it again. If there is a painless bleeding from the uterus it might signal a placenta previa and you [...]
Early Signs of Pregnancy
You will know that you are pregnant if your menstrual cycle is late and conception had occurred few days back. The average time to take a pregnancy test at home is approximately 2 weeks after ovulation.
Here are some symptoms of early stages of pregnancy:
Changes in breast: You will observe blue veins running across the breast. [...]
A Quick Guide to Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is a test conducted generally between the fifteenth and the eighteenth week of pregnancy
Amniocentesis also commonly known as amino is one of the most reliable tests to determine several genetic disorders and birth defects. Generally, when a women crosses the age of thirty-five they are offered this test as they are at a high [...]
Changes during Eighth Month of Pregnancy
The development in the baby’s body continues and the body gets prepared for birth.
The bones strengthen and the development of the nervous system takes place. This development continues even after the birth of the baby.
Red blood cells are produced in [...]
Bed Rest and Pregnancy
Around twenty percent of the women have to take bed rest during their pregnancy period to avoid any complications. Bed rests are regularly advised by doctors for various complications like bleeding, contractions, placenta previa and cases of ruptured membranes. There are no set of rules that suggest when you should be given a bed rest. [...]
A Guide to Chorionic Villus Sampling
Chorionic Villus Sampling also commonly known as the CVS is a test generally done between the tenth and twelfth week after the last period of menstruation. This test gives you prior information of any chromosomal abnormalities or genetic disorders like Down syndrome. This test is relatively faster than the other alternative called amniocentesis for determining [...]
Changes Brought by Third Trimester
The third trimester brings along with itself a lot of changes in the body of the mother some of which are listed below:
Increased Hair Growth:
Due to increase in circulation and metabolism of pregnancy hormones, the nourishment of your skin is done properly. Your hair will begin to grow at a faster rate. You may [...]
Development of Fetus in First Four Months
Month 1: After conception fertilization will occur followed by implantation. The egg is fertilized within approximately 24-48 hours after ovulation. Division of the single fertilized cell takes place rapidly and is called as the zygote at this time. A lot of miraculous and unexpected things are observed at the time of ovulation. Entire physical attributes [...]
