The first trimester of pregnancy can be an exciting time. Every child bearing stage is different, but there are some common things that all women may experience and enjoy at this time. Read more »

Is spotting during pregnancy normal? The answer to this question is: It depends on what is causing the bleeding or spotting. Read more »

Most pregnancies end well. Even when pregnancy complications develop, health care workers are often able to help mother and child come through in good condition. Read more »

If all goes well, about 40 weeks after conception, a baby will emerge into the world via the mother’s birth canal. Regrettably, all does not always go well. Pregnancy complications sometimes arise and adjustments have to be made. Read more »

Pregnancy is a big event in the lives of most women. When a woman thinks that she may be pregnant, she wants to know as soon as possible. Though every woman is different, there are some earliest signs of pregnancy. Read more »

Stretch marks happen when skin stretches to compensate for a sudden big weight gain especially during pregnancy. Stretch marks can affect the following areas of the body such as abdomen, thighs, hips breasts and upper arms. There are ways to removing stretchy marks naturally but it does require time and dedication. Read more »

Weight gain during pregnancy is natural, but there is a limit to what is healthy and what is simply too much.
The right amount of weight gain singles that a mother is getting all the foods and nutrients she needs and that the baby is receiving what is needed for healthy development and growth. Read more »

As the saying goes, “We are women. We are not afraid of a little blood.”

Once a girl begins to have her period she becomes accustomed to the monthly blood flow. During pregnancy, there still are times when the appearance of blood is not unusual. This is especially true during the early stages of pregnancy, the first trimester. However, when a woman experiences spotting second trimester or heavier bleeding in this period this is reason for concern or at least reason to take precautions. Read more »