Breastfeeding, though it is a natural process, is not always trouble-free. The reason is that many mothers encounter several challenges during the process, especially for new moms. Some of the challenges of breastfeeding can include milk stasis, mammary hypoplasia, and infant health problems such as weak sucking reflex, among many others. How to tell if …
Some pregnancies aren’t able to result in a healthy baby. When a fertilised egg implants in a location outside of the womb it is called an ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy is usually see the egg implanted in the fallopian tubes, and as a result of the pregnancy cannot continue; there simply isn’t enough room for …
After going through it three times (and having two beautiful boys at the end of it!) i’ve expereienced a few early pregnancy signs myself. Early pregnancy affects women in different ways though. In my online searches before that elusive BFP (big fat positive pregnancy test!) I found a number of lists of signs, so here …
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Over the years, an increasing number of women have been opting for C-section as the preferred method of delivery; not always by choice, but often out of necessity when things aren’t quite right for a vaginal delivery. Though relatively safe, the scarring that occurs as a result of this procedure often raises a big concern …
I don’t care how much people like to think it isn’t a thing; one of the things that women think a lot about during their pregnancy is their weight. I did. For sure. Baby and baby’s life support (the placenta, amniotic fluid, and everything that comes with it) will weigh a certain amount, and that …
While some of us may be wondering why we should travel at all during pregnancy, we should also remember that there are times when certain occasions or situations demand our physical presence. It may be a family celebration, a business trip, a funeral or maybe even a small holiday before welcoming the newest member of …
When does baby stop moving before labor? This is a question that many pregnant women ask themselves in their final weeks of pregnancy. You may be wondering if your baby will continue to move as much when you are close to the end of your term, or if they’ll stop altogether! Babies will not stop …
