Category: Second trimester

The Signs and Symptoms of Gestational Hypertension during Pregnancy

The Signs and Symptoms of Gestational Hypertension during Pregnancy

To learn about the characteristics of gestational hypertension, please read Defining Gestational Hypertension. Signs and symptoms of gestational hypertension are many during pregnancy. Other than
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
renforcement du plancher pelvien grossesse et post accouchement

Pelvic floor strengthening

Do you know how important it is to tone your pelvic floor? In this article, we'll look at different ways of doing this, to avoid
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%
I’m pregnant and have high blood pressure. Is this dangerous?

I’m pregnant and have high blood pressure. Is this dangerous?

I am 28 weeks pregnant, and my doctor told me I am starting to have high blood pressure, and that he would closely monitor it.
The main causes of a weakening of a pregnant woman’s the pelvic floor

The main causes of a weakening of a pregnant woman’s the pelvic floor

To read the start of the article, go to Strengthening the Pelvic Floor (in french). In this article, the leading causes of a weakening of
Can a fungal infection be transmitted to my baby during pregnancy?

Can a fungal infection be transmitted to my baby during pregnancy?

Il est très fréquent que des femmes aient des vaginites de grossesse en attendant leur bébé et sans pour autant que le bébé soit contaminé.
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.
Stains and Paints during Pregnancy

Stains and Paints during Pregnancy

At the end of their pregnancy, many women will be grabbing paintbrushes and rollers to refresh the room in the house that will become baby's
Good Lifestyle Habits and Pregnancy

Good Lifestyle Habits and Pregnancy

Here are the most recent recommendations about diets, vitamin supplements and good lifestyle habits during pregnancy.
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
Is the baby in the placenta?

Is the baby in the placenta?

The placenta is stuck to the inside of your uterus and the baby is in the amniotic sac, surrounded by amniotic fluid.