I Had ITP (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura) During Pregnancy
byI wanted to share my pregnancy experience because I’d never heard of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura before and I found out I had it when I…
First Trimester
Articles about the first trimester pregnancy journey. Includes real stories from expectant mums, information about ultrasounds, the developing fetus, more.
IV Iron Infusions During Pregnancy
byDuring pregnancy, your body makes more blood to support the changes happening in your body as well as the growth and development of your baby. In…
Sex confessions from a third-trimester mum-to-be
byWhen I first got pregnant, I heard stories about what pregnancy sex was like. “Oh, there is so much more sensation” and “my orgasms…
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Sonotech® Xpress LCD Fetal Doppler
byIf you are pregnant and a chronic worry-wart like me, you have probably been researching a fetal doppler or baby heart monitor that you can use…
Q. Mother’s Intuition. Does Pregnancy Heighten your Psychic Ability?
byThis one is a question I’d like to ask readers. I’d like to know – do you believe in mother’s intuition? Did pregnancy heighten your…
Reasons for Hip Pain During Pregnancy
byMany pregnant women experience hip pain, particularly in the second and third trimester of their pregnancy. Changes in your posture as a result of your…
Foods to Avoid When You Are Pregnant
byYou may be getting all sorts of strange cravings now that you are pregnant! However you may not know that your immune system now is not as…
What Happens to Your Internal Organs During Pregnancy
byFeeling that bump grow, and wondering what exactly is changing on the inside? An interactive tool called Make Room for Baby from the Museum of…
The Major Pregnancy Hormones
byAhhh pregnancy hormones – don’t we just love them? From taking you on an emotional rollercoaster ride, to skin problems and nausea, they can certainly…
What is Normal Weight Gain During Pregnancy?
byThe good news is that a few extra kilos during pregnancy are a healthy and necessary part of your pregnancy journey! But what amount of weight is considered…
Baby Brain is a Real Thing
byI’ve heard people talk about ‘baby’brain’ before, but I didn’t know what it would feel like. Finally, I’m pretty sure that I know what baby brain…
Migraines During Pregnancy
byUnfortunately if you are prone to migraines prior to pregnancy, it is likely that you might encounter migraines during pregnancy too. Changing hormones are believed to…