Category: Pregnancy

I am pregnant and have a toothache. What should I do?
Marie, I am 16 weeks pregnant and I have to get a tooth repaired. Should I wait until after childbirth? Will it harm my baby?

Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
To read the previous part of this article, go to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms. Before preparing a carpal tunnel syndrome treatment plan for a pregnant

How can I relieve the baby’s pressure in my pelvis?
Marie, I have a baby in my pelvis that places a lot of weight on my pubic symphysis. I feel like the baby will pop

We are hard on mothers (and future mothers)!
To read the previous part of Charlotte's story, go to Almost 36 Weeks Pregnant! Dear Mothers, I am 36 weeks, 3 days pregnant. When I

Possible Causes of Pregnancy Cholestasis
The previous article defines pregnancy cholestasis. To read it, go to Pregnancy Cholestasis: Liver Disease During Pregnancy. There are many possible causes of pregnancy cholestasis,

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
If you haven’t read the previous part, go to Pregnancy Essentials: Proteins, Folates, etc. What you eat during pregnancy can be transmitted to your baby

Can I get a manicure with gel polish?
Marie, I was wondering if I can get a manicure and pedicure with shellac polishes while pregnant. Is it safe? Thanks, and I figure I

Toxoplasmosis
Updated article : September, 2023. Toxoplasmosis is an infection we want to prevent in pregnant women. The information in this article can be added to

Can I eat during labour?
Marie, I was wondering if I can eat during labour at the hospital. I want to bring snacks because if I go 2 hours without

The Main Causes of Premature Childbirth
To learn more about prematurity, go to What is Prematurity? In this article, I want to talk about the leading causes of premature childbirth. You

Can I eat thyme or rosemary while pregnant?
My name is Maxime, and I love thyme and rosemary. On some websites, I read that these herbs can be neurotoxic. Is this true? I

What explains paternal depression?
To learn more about paternal depression, go to Paternal Depression and Baby’s Arrival. Dads are also scared! They also have many questions, and worry about