Tag: Pregnant

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
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
Can you talk about RESPs for my child’s future education?

Can you talk about RESPs for my child’s future education?

Marie, I heard that we can save money a bit at a time to pay for our baby’s education. I don’t know anything about RESPs.
Do I need to get rid of my animals before my baby arrives?

Do I need to get rid of my animals before my baby arrives?

I’m anxious because I have a dog and cat at home. Everyone is telling me that I need to get rid of them before the
Pregnancy and Health

Pregnancy and Health

A proper diet combined with an active lifestyle will allow you to gain just enough weight and avoid pregnancy complications
Weight Gain and Pregnancy

Weight Gain and Pregnancy

Oh, how many times have I seen women concerned about their weight gain from their very first visit? Of course, you have to be aware
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,
BIRTH PLAN

BIRTH PLAN

You can print and fill out the birth plan that I prepared as a PDF (in french). When we talk about a birth plan, or
Oral Hygiene During Pregnancy

Oral Hygiene During Pregnancy

If you would like to learn more about dental care, go to Dental Care and Pregnancy. Oral hygiene is essential throughout your pregnancy. Did you
I am having contractions several times a day.

I am having contractions several times a day.

Marie, I am 30 weeks pregnant and having contractions several times a day, especially when I stand up. Is this normal? Thanks for your help,
Breastfeeding: Specific Situations

Breastfeeding: Specific Situations

Breastfeeding, four specific situations : nipple pain, milk production, breastfeeding a premature baby and breastfeeding twins.
How can I learn to become a father?

How can I learn to become a father?

I just learned that I will be a father, and I can’t really believe it because life hasn’t really changed much. I am the first