Category: Pregnancy

Marie, I am slowly getting ready for the big day, as I am going to give birth to my first baby in 2 months. I

Miscarriages are a difficult thing to talk about because it's a very sensitive topic and may have been a very painful experience for some. Yet

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,

Pregnancy is an excellent time in a woman's life to adopt healthy lifestyle habits. In fact, Health Canada and the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

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

This article discusses the topic of tobacco use during pregnancy. While the issue of cannabis use during pregnancy has been previously covered, it is equally

My name is Melinda, and I am discouraged. I’m 26 weeks pregnant and already have 2 painful hemorrhoids. Why is this happening to me? I

Updated article on June 6, 2023. Hello, My name is Etienne, and I will be a father in a few months. I am slowly learning

Don’t forget to read Tattoos and Pregnancy. Definition and explanation why: Stretch marks, which are medically known as striae gravidarum, occur in about 63% of

Marie, I was wondering whether if I can get an epidural even with a tattoo on my lower back. My friend said that it wasn’t

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

I am 30 weeks pregnant and expecting my first baby. I am really scared that the doctor will cut my perineum during childbirth. Does this