Recovery after a c-section
Recovering from major abdominal surgery is not something most pregnant women want to think about. Most of us have other plans for our "babymoon", but if you do happen to...
What you should pack in your hospital bag for labor and birth?
Your whole pregnancy is in some way a preparation for labor and birth but have you made practical preparations for this all-important event? Nobody wants to have to pack their...
How gestational diabetes is managed
Gestational diabetes, as the name suggests, is a form of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy. In most cases, gestational diabetes resolves itself as soon as the baby is born...
I think I'm pregnant - what are the tell-tale signs?
"I think I am pregnant what are the tell-tale signs?" is a question I believe every woman will ask herself at least once during her lifetime, regardless of whether she...
Amniocentesis - what is it, and how it works
Women who get pregnant today have a whole host of prenatal diagnostic and screening tests available to them. All of these tests offer some insights into the health of their...
How many prenatal appointments do you need during your pregnancy?
Prenatal care is an integral part of pregnancy for most women. When choosing a healthcare provider, usually an OB/GYN or a midwife, trusting them from medically is not the only...
Fertility clinic success rates in the UK
Are you British or do you live in the UK, and are you looking into fertility treatments? While you are researching what fertility clinic would be the best match for...
How long should you wait to try to conceive again after a c-section?
Caesarean sections, whether we like it or not, are here to stay. During true emergencies, there is no doubt that c-sections can save lives of mothers and babies. But in...
Third trimester bleeding - what could it be?
Some women spot in pregnancy. It is quite common during the first trimester, and does not have to mean miscarriage at all! But if you notice spotting or bleeding during...
What if your baby suddenly stops kicking?
Feeling your unborn baby moving around inside your uterus is one of the most powerful sensations any woman will experience during a pregnancy. From the first time you feel that...