Tag: Pregnant

Iron During Pregnancy

Iron During Pregnancy

Iron is an essential element to optimise the baby’s development and growth during pregnancy, and they get it from their mother.
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.
I am pregnant and my doctor said I have gained too much weight. What should I do?

I am pregnant and my doctor said I have gained too much weight. What should I do?

Marie, I’m very worried because during my last appointment my doctor said I have gained too much weight for my number of weeks pregnant. I
Tattoos, Piercings and Pregnancy

Tattoos, Piercings and Pregnancy

Today, tattoos are trendy at any age. In Canada, this started during the 1990s, and today almost three out of five people have a tattoo,
Risk factors in pregnant women which suggest support socks might be necessary

Risk factors in pregnant women which suggest support socks might be necessary

To read the previous part, go to Support Socks during Pregnancy – Yes or No? She has a history of vascular disorders, venous insufficiency disorders
Can I have an epidural with a tattoo on my back?

Can I have an epidural with a tattoo on my back?

Marie, I was wondering whether if I can get an epidural even with a tattoo on my lower back. My friend said that it wasn’t
Is an RESP a great gift idea for a baby?

Is an RESP a great gift idea for a baby?

Marie, my father wants to contribute to an educational fund as a gift to my baby. I like the idea, but my baby’s education is
Do you have any recipes for virgin drinks?

Do you have any recipes for virgin drinks?

Marie, the Holidays are approaching, and I know I can’t drink alcohol during my pregnancy. Can you suggest some interesting mixes I can drink during
Can I ask for an ultrasound?

Can I ask for an ultrasound?

I’m pregnant and  I’m worried about my baby. I would like to ask for an ultrasound to get reassurance. Is it possible to ask my
Sexuality and Pregnancy

Sexuality and Pregnancy

The pregnancy can be a time when the couple deepens its affective and sexual communications. While many cultures and religions frown on sexual relations during
Pregnancy Symptoms

Pregnancy Symptoms

It is always nice to know what is happening to our bodies. In this article, I will describe changes that take place during pregnancy from
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.