Category: Pregnancy

What is a dehiscent cervix?

What is a dehiscent cervix?

Marie, my doctor said I have cervical dehiscence. What does that mean? I didn’t dare ask. Thanks in advance, Adeline. Adeline, it’s a great question
I am pregnant and having difficulty sleeping

I am pregnant and having difficulty sleeping

I am 28 weeks pregnant and am having real difficulty sleeping. I wake up to go to the bathroom, or wake up for no reason
Filiation...or how do I prove I am the father or mother of my child?

Filiation…or how do I prove I am the father or mother of my child?

To learn more about parental authority, go to Parental authority…or what are my rights and obligations towards my child? Filiation is the legal link between
Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Depression

In general, the arrival of a new child is a joyful time for the whole family. But for 10-15% of new mothers, their new status
My placenta is poorly positioned. Can I give birth vaginally?

My placenta is poorly positioned. Can I give birth vaginally?

My doctor told me I could have a scheduled cesarean because my placenta is too low. Why am i not able to give birth vaginally?
Oligohydramnios, or Low Amniotic Fluid Volume

Oligohydramnios, or Low Amniotic Fluid Volume

If you would like to learn more about amniotic fluid, go to Low Amniotic Fluid Volume. Oligohydramnios, or low amniotic fluid volume, is a pregnancy
Recommendations from my expert, Marie-Ève.

Recommendations from my expert, Marie-Ève.

If you would like to learn more about evaluating urine incontinence, read Status Report. Si vous souhaitez approfondir vos connaissances sur l'évaluation des pertes urinaires,
Forceps or Cesarean?

Forceps or Cesarean?

Forceps are a metal instrument that looks like two opposing spoons.
Now oils!

Now oils!

To learn more about painting and pregnancy, see Painting During Pregnancy. Let’s talk about oil paints. There are certain oils that you must avoid at
Treating and Monitoring Pregnancy Cholestasis

Treating and Monitoring Pregnancy Cholestasis

If you would like to learn about the causes of pregnancy cholestasis, go to the previous article, Possible Causes of Pregnancy Cholestasis. When a pregnant
The Transmission of the Zika Virus

The Transmission of the Zika Virus

The transmission of the Zika virus is generally via two species of infected mosquitos found in warm tropical climates.
I’m pregnant and have reflux. What can I take?

I’m pregnant and have reflux. What can I take?

Marie, I have gastric reflux that is frequently a real problem. I’m 24 weeks pregnant and have modified my diet, but nothing works. Help! What