Category: Expert advice

What is spinal anesthesia?

What is spinal anesthesia?

My friend gave birth to a beautiful boy this week and she said that the anesthetist performed spinal anesthesia to quickly soothe her pain during
Painting During Pregnancy

Painting During Pregnancy

To read the start of the article, go to Stains, Paints and Pregnancy. Some products contain toxic ingredients that can be absorbed by the mother
What is listeriosis?

What is listeriosis?

Marie, my friend Élodie is 18 weeks pregnant and just had a sort of severe flu. The doctor told her she has a listeriosis infection.
What is swelling during pregnancy?

What is swelling during pregnancy?

Swelling during pregnancy occurs in all pregnant women, but is not always visible.
25-26 Weeks Pregnant

25-26 Weeks Pregnant

Time is moving fast my little one. Since the 20-week ultrasound, everything is moving forward like a steamroller. I’m not complaining, on the contrary. I
How can I know if my pelvic floor is losing its tone?

How can I know if my pelvic floor is losing its tone?

To learn about the causes of a weakened pelvic floor, go to the previous part called The Main Causes of the Weakening of the Pelvic
Choosing the Baby’s Bed and Mattress

Choosing the Baby’s Bed and Mattress

Choosing the right crib and mattress for your baby can seem like a real headache, with so many options available on the market. One thing's
Origins of the Placenta

Origins of the Placenta

The placenta forms when a fertilised egg (ova and sperm) arrive in the uterus to nest in the mucous membrane inside the uterus.
Personal Wellbeing

Personal Wellbeing

To promote your wellbeing during pregnancy, read A Healthy Mind and Body During Pregnancy. Pour favoriser votre bien-être durant la grossesse, lisez le billet, Bien
Can I co-sleep with my eight-week-old baby?

Can I co-sleep with my eight-week-old baby?

I have an eight-week-old baby and they often sleep in my bed with me because they have stomach aches and this is the only way
Causes of Nipple Pain

Causes of Nipple Pain

There are many causes of nipple pain. In this entry I explain causes and characteristics for both the mother and baby.
Can I add cereal to my two-month-old baby’s bottle?

Can I add cereal to my two-month-old baby’s bottle?

Help, I’m desperate! My baby is 2.5 months old, and he always cries. My mother told me that he’s too hungry and I have to