Category: 7-8 weeks pregnant

Pregnant-no symptoms, is it normal?

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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 and Pregnancy

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

Acupuncture and Pregnancy

Did you know that acupuncture is a safe alternative practice during pregnancy and for the baby?
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
Bleeding at the start of pregnancy

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?

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?