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Being pregnant can already be stressful, but it’s even more overwhelming given the spread of the novel coronavirus and COVID-19, the disease it causes. It’s only natural to have questions about the coronavirus and what it means for your pregnancy. Here’s what you need to know. What is the coronavirus and COVID-19? There are actually […]
Pregnancy is one of the most transformative processes a human can go through. Whether it’s the birthing person, partner, or the baby itself. But creating a human from scratch is hard work, and far from straightforward. With conception, often comes complications. These complications range from frustrating, to annoying, to painful, to heartbreaking, and potentially life-threatening. […]
If you’re a yoga fan, switching your pre-pregnancy practice over to prenatal yoga can be tricky. While you’re looking for a routine that’s the right amount of challenge for you, you also want to make sure it’s safe for your changing body. You might be tempted to stick with your regular yoga routine for as […]
Pregnancy and exercise – 7 things expectant mums need to know Perinatal wellness author Brit Williams explains what you really need to know about training for two in her book Mind, Body, Bump – the complete plan for an active pregnancy Coming from the fitness industry, where the energy is often so high and the workouts so […]
Most of us are familiar with the standard “pear-shaped” uterus, what you may not realize is that like humans, uteruses can also vary in shape and size. An estimated three percent of female-bodied people are born with some sort of uterine abnormality. Abnormalities can change the size, shape, and/or structure of the organ. For many, this […]
It’s all great to hear advice during your pregnancy, especially unwelcome advice. I’m sure you’ve been told by one person or another how to live. Am I right? It only gets worse the further along in your pregnancy you are. Someone will want to tell you that you shouldn’t bend, or walk a certain way, […]
Morning sickness can be one of your first signs that you are pregnant. This doesn’t always mean that you’ll get sick only in the morning. This can happen, morning, noon or night. It will normally occur in the first trimester or your pregnancy and end by the second, this isn’t the case in all pregnancies […]
There is nothing more stressful than to have something go wrong during pregnancy. It doesn’t matter if it is your first time being pregnant or your fourth. There are many things to be concerned about during your pregnancy and it is easier when you know what they are. Vaginal bleeding This may also known as […]
Pregnancy right in the middle of a global pandemic that’s still unfolding is the perfect recipe for feelings of anxiety. And this is true for both the pregnant women that want to keep their babies and the women who want to terminate their pregnancies. Is it safe to go to the hospital? Is there something […]
Apparently, our five years spent simply “trying” were not enough. Nor was the rotating door of supposed home remedies, acclaimed internet cure-alls, stints of experimental sobriety, and the spreadsheets spent tracking every fluctuating bodily function under the moon. The so-called “healing” power of crystals was a wash, as were the different diets I tried. Everything […]
Depression is common during pregnancy-between 14 percent and 23 percent of pregnant women will experience depressive symptoms while pregnant. In 2003, approximately 13 percent of women took an antidepressant at some time during their pregnancy. A new report from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA), based on an extensive […]
I have stopped taking the Pill for 4 years now and my periods were regular, my average cycle was 35 days. I have a history of ovarian cysts and mild endometriosis which was treated by a key hole surgery. Should I call my doctor? I don’t want to seem like I’m being dramatic at a […]
I know a thing or two about having a so-called high-risk pregnancy. I’ll never forget when I first saw the term “elderly multigravida” on my medical record. There it was, confirming all my worst fears: Apparently, I was old, and of course dying of something very, very grave. Except that definitely wasn’t the case. I […]
Ah, lightning crotch—a fitting nickname for random vaginal pain during pregnancy. It’s one of the many joys of being pregnant! Not. Pregnancy is one of the few experiences in life that can be at once beautiful and alarming. On the one hand, the awe-inspiring physical changes may reinforce how magical it is to be pregnant. […]
I have been a side sleeper for as long as I can remember. Much like being right-handed, only being able to fall asleep when I’m curled up like a gigantic fetus feels like an innate, unchangeable function of my body. I couldn’t fall asleep on my back or stomach if you paid me. So you […]