Category: Second trimester

Pregnancy and Spas

Pregnancy and Spas

I am 13 weeks pregnant, and I won a spa package. Many people have told me not to go, but I feel excellent. Is it
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.
19-20 Weeks Pregnant

19-20 Weeks Pregnant

Hello! My name is Marika, and I am halfway through my pregnancy. Time is going pretty fast, and I am very excited at the idea
Treating and Monitoring Gestational Diabetes

Treating and Monitoring Gestational Diabetes

To better understand the different degrees of diabetes, read the article Classifying Gestational Diabetes. Treating and monitoring gestational diabetes takes place at many levels. 1.
Let’s Talk Placenta

Let’s Talk Placenta

During your 20-week ultrasound the doctor might say that your placenta is marginal, or low-lying, or partial previa or complete previa.
Is my baby too small because I’m too anxious?

Is my baby too small because I’m too anxious?

I got my 21-week ultrasound result, and my baby is a bit smaller than they should be at this stage. My doctor told me that
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
Photo - Test de glycémie chez la femme enceinte avec une infirmière - Diabète gestationnel ou diabète de grossesse

Possible Complications of Gestational Diabetes

If you would like to learn about treatments, go to Treating and Monitoring Gestational Diabetes. Article updated on january 2021. The possible complications due to
Medications During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Medications During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Do you know which medications are allowed during pregnancy? What can you take for nausea or headaches? What about a cold? If congested, can I
My wrist hurts at night and feels numb. Why?

My wrist hurts at night and feels numb. Why?

What’s happening, Marie? I can’t pick up a plate because my wrist hurts in the evening. I wake up frequently because I feel numb. Do
Twins

Twins

If you are having a multiple pregnancy, this video will help you prepare before the arrival of your twins.
Oligohydramnios, or Low Amniotic Fluid Volume

Oligohydramnios, or Low Amniotic Fluid Volume

If you would like to learn more about amniotic fluid, go to Low Amniotic Fluid Volume. Oligohydramnios, or low amniotic fluid volume, is a pregnancy