Category: Pregnancy

I smoked pot before I knew I was pregnant!
Marie, I’m worried because I just learned I’m pregnant and I remembered that I smoked two or three joints during the weeks after conception. I

The main causes of a weakening of a pregnant woman’s the pelvic floor
To read the start of the article, go to Strengthening the Pelvic Floor (in french). In this article, the leading causes of a weakening of

The World of Prematurity
Hello Parents, Prematurity is a vast world. As I explained in the article What is Prematurity?, there are different levels of prematurity, different experiences felt

Newborn and infant Baths
Last update: November 2020 Bathing a newborn isn’t difficult, but for first-time parents, it can be challenging. Practice makes perfect! You can’t learn it during

I am pregnant and liquid is leaking from my breasts. Should I pump it?
I am 29 weeks pregnant, and a yellowish liquid is leaking from my breasts. Should I pump it, or do nothing? I have no idea…

Do you have suggestions to avoid being induced?
Marie, my doctor wants to induce me next week to start my labour, but I would prefer that it occur naturally. Do you have any

Pregnancy and the dentist!
Is it safe and recommended to continue visiting the dentist for dental cleanings during pregnancy, even in the last trimester? Absolutely! In fact, pregnancy increases

Why do I need to take iron during my pregnancy?
Iron is an essential element to optimise the baby’s development and growth during pregnancy, and they get it from their mother.

I feel nauseous and am very tired! How long will I have these pregnancy symptoms for?
I am seven weeks pregnant with my first baby. I am already fed up! Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and fatigue...how long will these symptoms

Taking Probiotics During Pregnancy
My name is Rachel, and I read your article about baby intestinal microbiota and was wondering if I could help it develop during my pregnancy

Protection Measures for Insect Bites
There are many ways to protect yourself from insect bites. Here are suggestions from the Government of Canada

I’m pregnant and have acne!
Marie, I’m 18 weeks pregnant and am really worried as I have acne all over my face and upper body. I have never had acne