Category: 7-8 weeks pregnant

Pregnant-no symptoms, is it normal?
Hello, I have a question for you! I am at the start of my pregnancy (5 weeks and 5 days). I wanted to know if

Advice to Improve Lower Limb Venous Insufficiency During Pregnancy
To read the previous part, go to Pregnant Women Risk Factors Suggesting the need for Support Stockings. In general: Do low to moderate intensity exercises

What is couvade syndrome?
Marie, what is couvade syndrome? Charlotte Hello Charlotte, Thank you for your question. Many future fathers are affected by this syndrome, and few people understand

I’m at the start of my pregnancy and am losing blood
You start your pregnancy and notice bleeding. Immediately, you're overcome with fear - what if I'm having a miscarriage? Although bleeding during pregnancy can be

Consuming Milk in the Form of Popsicles
For some people, it’s hard to get enough milk daily to reach recommended levels because they don’t like the taste or texture. During periods of

Becoming a Parent and Anxiety
The perinatal period is a time in life where there are often more signs of anxiety. What are the signs and how can you recognise

Couple problems since I became pregnant
I was wondering if it’s normal that my spouse and I are having couple problems since I became pregnant. I feel like he has a

Dad and Pregnancy
Dad’s place during pregnancy and childbirth is important. Each father experiences the adventure differently.

Acupuncture and Pregnancy
Did you know that acupuncture is a safe alternative practice during pregnancy and for the baby?

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

Bleeding at the start of pregnancy
I know many pregnant women are scared when they have bleeding during pregnancy, but it is not always negative. In this short video I talk

What is a midwife’s role?
Marie, I was wondering if it’s safe to be monitored by a midwife for my second baby. Is monitoring the same as with a doctor?