Category: Second trimester

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Clearing the Airways

How to know if your baby is at risk of choking or suffocating? A paramedic shows us how to clear a baby’s airways.
Sexuality and Pregnancy

Sexuality and Pregnancy

Can having sex at the start of pregnancy cause a miscarriage? When the baby arrives, how can you ensure you maintain your sexuality as a
20 Weeks: Big Surprise!

20 Weeks: Big Surprise!

Part 1 The big day is here! I am at 20 weeks of pregnancy, and I am really excited today because I will have my
Advice to Prevent or Minimise Hair Loss

Advice to Prevent or Minimise Hair Loss

To read the previous part of this article, go to Hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth. There are many ways to prevent or minimise
Varicose Veins During Pregnancy

Varicose Veins During Pregnancy

You’ll be surprised where varicose veins can pop up! Mothers, don’t panic! I will explain this phenomenon and tell you a little anecdote about it.
What is listeriosis?

What is listeriosis?

Marie, my friend Élodie is 18 weeks pregnant and just had a sort of severe flu. The doctor told her she has a listeriosis infection.
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
What explains paternal depression?

What explains paternal depression?

To learn more about paternal depression, go to Paternal Depression and Baby’s Arrival. Dads are also scared! They also have many questions, and worry about
Gestational or Pregnancy Diabetes

Gestational or Pregnancy Diabetes

Being diagnosed with gestational diabetes, also known as pregnancy diabetes, scares many future fathers and mothers. Diabetes that occurs during pregnancy affects 3% to 9%
Ready for Baby’s Arrival

Ready for Baby’s Arrival

You can print the PDF list (in french only*) of the articles in the basic baby kit. It’s always preferable to use natural fibres. Clothing
Stem Cells and Umbilical Cord Blood

Stem Cells and Umbilical Cord Blood

Over the past several years, the subject of stem cells from umbilical cord blood has been very popular. Significant steps have been taken, and new
Finding a Name for Baby

Finding a Name for Baby

Hello parents! Finding a name for your future baby requires thought and discussion as a couple. You will have to repeat the name for the