Category: Questions/answers

Who is the midwife?

Who is the midwife?

A midwife is a health professional working with future parents during a healthy pregnancy. They monitor them through childbirth and after the birth of the
What is pregnancy diabetes and how do I know if I’m at risk?

What is pregnancy diabetes and how do I know if I’m at risk?

Le diagnostic de diabète de grossesse ou gestationnel fait référence à des taux trop élevés de sucre dans le sang de la femme enceinte.
I’m at the start of my pregnancy and am losing blood

I’m at the start of my pregnancy and am losing blood

Marie, I am very worried as I am losing blood and am 8 weeks pregnant. I really don’t want a miscarriage, as I have been
Is my baby too small because I’m too anxious?

Is my baby too small because I’m too anxious?

I got my 21-week ultrasound result, and my baby is a bit smaller than they should be at this stage. My doctor told me that
What tests might I be offered during my pregnancy?

What tests might I be offered during my pregnancy?

Each woman experiences her pregnancy in her own way and it depends on her needs. As such, tests will vary.
I feel nauseous and am very tired! How long will I have these pregnancy symptoms for?

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
What is swelling during pregnancy?

What is swelling during pregnancy?

Swelling during pregnancy occurs in all pregnant women, but is not always visible.
I am having contractions several times a day.

I am having contractions several times a day.

Marie, I am 30 weeks pregnant and having contractions several times a day, especially when I stand up. Is this normal? Thanks for your help,
Can I eat washed-rind cheeses like camembert?

Can I eat washed-rind cheeses like camembert?

Hello Marie, I am pregnant and am all confused by what I can and can’t eat. Can I eat washed-rind cheese like camembert and brie
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
I’m pregnant and really anxious!

I’m pregnant and really anxious!

I’m 15 weeks pregnant. I wanted this pregnancy, and I was happy that I became pregnant this soon, but now I am really anxious.
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