Tag: Pregnancy screening

7-8 Weeks Pregnant

7-8 Weeks Pregnant

Hello! My name is Amelie, and I am 7-8 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I already feel that my body is not really my
Listeria, Bacteria you Should Know!

Listeria, Bacteria you Should Know!

In this article, I want to talk about listeria infections, bacteria we don’t really hear about in the general population, but something that pregnant women
Why all these blood tests during pregnancy?

Why all these blood tests during pregnancy?

My name is Anna, and I am getting tired of all these blood tests. I don’t like them, and I was wondering if I have
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
I’m pregnant and have acne!

I’m pregnant and have acne!

Marie, I’m 18 weeks pregnant and am really worried as I have acne all over my face and upper body. I have never had acne
Pregnancy Acne and the Formation of Cysts

Pregnancy Acne and the Formation of Cysts

Did you read the previous part about skin colour changes during pregnancy? It’s funny, but many pregnant women say that their skin has never been
My baby ate soap!

My baby ate soap!

Marie, I had a horrible experience this week! My 11-month-old baby ate a massive amount of soap! I was freaked out, and then he vomited!
31-32 Weeks Pregnant

31-32 Weeks Pregnant

My body has become used to your presence, and I love feeling you move around changing the shape of my stomach. My belly button has
I’m pregnant and really anxious!

I’m pregnant and really anxious!

I’m 15 weeks pregnant. I wanted this pregnancy, and I was happy that I became pregnant this soon, but now I am really anxious.
Origins of the Placenta

Origins of the Placenta

The placenta forms when a fertilised egg (ova and sperm) arrive in the uterus to nest in the mucous membrane inside the uterus.
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
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