Pregnancy Week by Week
One morning the unexpected happened… You spotted a few drops of blood on your underwear. Frantically you called up your doctor and a few hours later you were at his office waiting to see him. After a thorough checkup you were sent home with the assurance that everything was normal. But, somehow you were not convinced. Bleeding is not a ... Read More »
Birth stories tend to be very comforting when you’re looking for ways to ease the nervousness surrounding your fast approaching delivery. It is a great source as it relates real experiences – the various ways in which mothers prepare for delivery, the strategies adopted to cope with pain and after birth care. But there’s a flipside too. It exposes you ... Read More »
You’ve just returned from what might be your last prenatal checkup. You’ve passed your due date and also measure a little big. Your obstetrician informed you that if you don’t go into labor naturally in the coming 5 days you will need to be induced. Your doc has briefed you on the basics of the process. But, what you’re eager ... Read More »
It happened once before. You thought you were in labor. Excited and anxious you headed to the hospital only to be told they were “Braxton Hicks Contractions”. Oops, false alarm! Pregnancy is difficult to predict and such confusions are common occurrences. But, how will you be able to tell when the time actually comes? If this thought is troubling you, ... Read More »
The back pain that started in the first trimester of pregnancy has reached its peak as you crawl into the final trimester. The reason behind this is your highly flexible back. The center of gravity shifts and the lower spine curves in to support the baby weight. To add, the hormone relaxin has started its work loosening the tissues and ... Read More »
Pregnancy calls for a mandatory visit to the dentist’s office and some additional dental care on your part. The relationship between pregnancy and oral health often perplexes many expectant women. “How do teeth regulate the health and well being of the baby?” this is what they often ask. The swelling levels of hormones place a pregnant woman at a higher ... Read More »
There are many foods and drinks that doctors strike out during pregnancy. But, coconut water does not feature in this list. As a matter of fact, coconut water is recommended for pregnant women. Tender Coconut water is a natural energy drink. Along with this, it is also known for its medicinal values. High in nutrients, electrolytes and proteins, it helps ... Read More »
You were caught unaware when your tummy did a slight jiggle last evening. “He must be up to some mischief,” you said to yourself. But, in one corner of your mind, you were concerned hoping everything was alright. Well, you can banish your worries! It is only a case of fetal hiccups. Just like us adults, babies suffer hiccups in ... Read More »
Another sleepless night! You got up to use the bathroom and when you got back into bed, there was not a wink of sleep. You tried to shut your eyes tight. You rolled, twisted and turned trying to get comfortable. But, sleep continued to remain elusive. Mounting the troubles is an aching back. You’re having a hard time coping with ... Read More »
With two best friends almost at the same point in pregnancy (one just a week ahead of the other), I couldn’t resist the urge to compare their baby bumps. They were a couple of weeks away from their due date. I realized that my petite friend, the one with the 1 week lead, didn’t look big enough while the other ... Read More »
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