Category: Pregnancy

The Needs of New Mothers

The Needs of New Mothers

Postnatal period is another stage in the parenthood continuum. You carry your baby, give birth to it, then you breastfeed it and care for it
Pregnancy Acne and the Formation of Cysts

Pregnancy Acne and the Formation of Cysts

Did you read the previous part about skin colour changes during pregnancy? It’s funny, but many pregnant women say that their skin has never been
I am pregnant and have urinary incontinence. What should I do?

I am pregnant and have urinary incontinence. What should I do?

Marie, over the past 2-3 weeks, I have been terrified of leaking urine. It has happened to me a couple of times when I would
17-18 Weeks Pregnant

17-18 Weeks Pregnant

Hello out there! I’m here, alive and well and covered with a thick layer of vernix to keep me warm. Parents, you’d be surprised to
The main causes of a weakening of a pregnant woman’s the pelvic floor

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
Sciatic Nerve and Pregnancy

Sciatic Nerve and Pregnancy

Marie, my sciatic nerve is very painful, from my bottom all the way down to my thigh. Some of my friends say I should see
How can I relieve my back pain during pregnancy?

How can I relieve my back pain during pregnancy?

I have severe back pain and it’s really bothering me. I don’t know what to do. I know I can’t take anti-inflammatories...I am 26 weeks
Choosing the Baby’s Bed and Mattress

Choosing the Baby’s Bed and Mattress

It’s not easy to find the perfect crib (bassinet) and mattress for your baby! Given the wide range of choices available, this is normal. I
Need help to stop drinking?

Need help to stop drinking?

Did you read the part about Alcohol and Breastfeeding? I want to congratulate mothers who made an effort to avoid alcohol during pregnancy, both for
Official Recommendations for the Zika Virus

Official Recommendations for the Zika Virus

To avoid Zika, travellers to tropical or subtropical regions should protect themselves against mosquito bites.
When should you buy a nursing bra?

When should you buy a nursing bra?

To read the previous part, go to Do you need a nursing bra? When should you buy a nursing bra? If you decide to buy
7-8 Weeks Pregnant

7-8 Weeks Pregnant

Hello! My name is Amelie, and I am 7-8 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I already feel that my body is not really my