Category: Third trimester

What is stripping?

What is stripping?

Marie, my doctor talked about stripping my membrane to help start my labour. Does it hurt, and does it work all the time? Membrane stripping
I’m 39 weeks pregnant a leaking something!

I’m 39 weeks pregnant a leaking something!

To read the previous part of the story, go to I’m Fed Up! (in french). Dear Parents, I’m 39 weeks pregnant. Over the past two
The Fear of Blood and Childbirth

The Fear of Blood and Childbirth

Are you generally scared of blood, either your own or that of others? Are you scared of blood splattering during childbirth? Let’s talk about it.
Baby’s Colour After Childbirth

Baby’s Colour After Childbirth

When a baby is born they may seem bluish. Or their skin may be very white, almost discoloured. This can scare parents. But don’t worry,
I’m 34 weeks pregnant!

I’m 34 weeks pregnant!

Dear Mothers, This week I 34 weeks pregnant (Saturday)! I am so relieved, though I’m scared of giving birth if it happens tomorrow…I have been
Cleaning Products During Pregnancy

Cleaning Products During Pregnancy

If you would like advice from experts, go to Advice from Paint Pros. The use of home cleaning products during pregnancy often comes with many
Choosing the Right Nursing Bra

Choosing the Right Nursing Bra

Mothers have many questions when pregnant, and these depend on the pregnancy stage. At the start, they may have questions about insecurity. Then questions shift
Do you need a nursing bra?

Do you need a nursing bra?

To learn more about nursing bra considerations, go to Choosing the Right Nursing Bra. Do you need a nursing bra? You don’t have to buy
The Physiology of Pregnancy and Childbirth

The Physiology of Pregnancy and Childbirth

Hello Parents! To illustrate what Dr. de Gasquet talks about, I want to examine the importance of the pelvis and breathing for pregnant women and
Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure: Hypertension in Pregnant Women

Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure: Hypertension in Pregnant Women

Article Updated June 4, 2018 Hypertension in a pregnant woman is a well-known phenomenon in the scientific community as it affects 5–10% of pregnant women.
35 Weeks Pregnant and a False Alarm!

35 Weeks Pregnant and a False Alarm!

To read the previous part of Charlotte’s story, go to I’m Finally 34 Weeks Pregnant! Dear Mothers, This week (yes, the 35th!) we had our
Yes or No? Is a Breech Birth Possible?

Yes or No? Is a Breech Birth Possible?

Is it dangerous if babies remain in a breech position? Not necessarily. The baby will be fine in that position, but a breech birth is