Tag: third trimester
Printable Baby Checklist: Things to Buy [+ Some Extra Advice]
I started worrying about things to buy for my baby boy as soon as I got pregnant. Luckily, my friend’s older sister had just given birth, so she prepared an entire list for me, and boy, oh boy! For one, that checklist featured so many things that never crossed my mind. And now that I […]
A Week From My Due Date and Feeling Frustrated.
It sounds counterintuitive, doesn’t it? Shouldn’t I be feeling excited and perhaps a bit nervous? Of course, and that’s how I’m feeling, too. But after today’s scheduled visit to my gynecologist, I’m frustrated, sad, and sure, even a bit miserable as well. My baby boy is doing just fine, but my cervix hasn’t ripened yet. […]
Why Am I Losing Weight During Pregnancy Without Morning Sickness?
When we find out we’re pregnant, we start accepting the inevitable weight gain right away. After all, you have an entire new being growing inside you; there’s the placenta, amniotic fluid, you’re probably moving less and craving more… Which is what makes any unexpected weight loss that much scarier. In this article, I’m not only […]
4 Foods Most Likely to Naturally Induce Labor
After you’re past your due date, you may wish to naturally induce labor. After all, you’re tired of being bloated, achy, not being able to get up… Now, some claim that certain foods can help you do that. The research on it is scarce and proof mostly anecdotal (except for one type of food, where […]
Tums for Heartburn While Pregnant: Are They Safe? [And Should You Use Them]
Many swear by TUMS when it comes to relieving heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. This antacid is based on calcium carbonate and contains no animal by-products, making it the perfect choice for vegetarians and vegans alike. Now, while no one is denying that TUMS works, the question that often arises is whether it’s safe […]
13 Best Maternity Leggings That Don’t Fall Down
Table of Contents: As I’m writing this, I’m sitting comfortably in my bed, in my favorite pair of maternity leggings. Despite being aware that I’ll only need them for some 7+ months (including the postpartum period), I now own two pairs of those, one pair of wide maternity pants, two maternity skirts, and one dress. […]
Severe Heartburn During Pregnancy: Causes and Remedies
Virtually all pregnant women suffer from heartburn at some point during their pregnancy. It’s most common to experience it during the third trimester, although for some it starts as early as the first trimester. Depending on when it appears, its causes are different, but remedies don’t vary much across different trimesters. Severe Heartburn in Pregnancy: […]
Why do Doctors Wait Until 8 Weeks? [And Other Vital Ultrasound Questions Answered]
Table of Contents: If you’ve just witnessed that second line on your pregnancy test – congratulations! Finding out you’re pregnant (for most) is such an exciting moment. And you must already be wondering – when can I see my baby? When should I schedule a doctor’s appointment? How often will I have them? Here are […]
Why Is a Child Birth at 7 Months Better Than 8 Months?
Table of Contents: If we’re being short, blunt, and honest: it isn’t. There isn’t a single advantage for the baby when it comes to giving birth earlier. I have heard these claims lots of times, with some wacko explanations. “Oh, it’s about the cycles of lung development – in the 8th month, a new cycle […]
Important Vitamins & Nutrients During Pregnancy
Vitamins and other nutrients are an essential part of your health, and should be included in every diet regardless of whether you’re pregnant or not. But during pregnancy, they do become especially important, since certain important vitamins during pregnancy are necessary for both your health and the healthy development of your baby. But not all […]