Pregnancy articles
Preeclampsia Susceptibility
A gene associated with susceptibility to Preeclampsia is identified in the May issue of Nature Genetics,…
If Your Pregnancy Has Problems …
Pregnancies in women over 35 are often referred to as “high risk”, but this does not take into…
Pregnancy and HIV
The virus that causes AIDS, HIV, can be transmitted from an infected mother to…
Treating diabetes in pregnancy curbs complications
Treating women who develop Diabetes in pregnancy (Gestational diabetes) reduces the rate of serious…
Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy?
During Pregnancy:
It is safe to have sex throughout pregnancy, As long, as there are no…
Pregnancy Second Trimester
The second trimester (13-28 Weeks) is the most physically enjoyable for most women. While some symptoms, such as…
Sex During Pregnancy
It is perfectly normal and safe!
If you’re having a normal pregnancy, sex is considered safe…
Pregnancy Week by Week
Week 1
What is considered to be your first week of pregnancy is actually your…
Miscarriage: An Overview
A miscarriage can be a very overwhelming and upsetting experience for many people. Women often feel that it…
Diet for a Healthy Pregnancy
Healthy Eating
Now that you are pregnant, you need to eat well - not only for…
Pregnancy First Trimester
Pregnancy First Trimester
The first trimester (from 0-12 Weeks) will see your body undergoing many changes…
Home Pregnancy Tests
Home pregnancy tests
These tests can be very useful because they can tell you if…
Pregnancy Due Date
Pregnancy Due Date
A typical pregnancy lasts, on average, 280 days or 40 weeks - starting…
Stages of Pregnancy
It can be quite interesting to watch the changes that happen to your body when you are pregnant.…
Teen Pregnancy
You had unprotected sex or the condom broke a few weeks ago and now your period is late.…
Alpha feto protien and triple screening
The alpha-fetoprotein test (AFP test) is where a blood sample is drawn from the mother to check the…
Pregnancy Ultrasound
What is an Ultrasound?
Ultrasound (US) imaging is a method of obtaining images of internal organs…
Amniocentesis
What is amniocentesis?
Now that you have become pregnant, your primary concern is probably your baby’s…
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Carrier Screen
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Carrier Screen
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease affecting breathing and digestion that…
Pregnancy Third Trimester
Congratulations, you’ve reached the home stretch. As your fetus continues to grow, you should prepare for the delivery…
