Having a child can change your physical appearance quite drastically, altering how you see yourself in the mirror, and is a tough part of pregnancy for many people.Studiesshow that many women and birthing people often experience unrealistic expectations for how much they can (and should) control ...
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"A woman's breast size and her bra size may change several times during pregnancy," Trout said. "Some women see this as a welcome change." A second unanticipated change is varicose veins in the genitals, Trout said. Women may expect varicose veins in their legs when theyget pregnant, but...
The way that your body works is different to anyone else’s and predicting your first post-pregnancy period is almost impossible. Some women do experience heavier periods after pregnancy. If your period returns while you are still breastfeeding, then you could have an irregular flow as the horm...
Many women struggle with their body image after having a baby. It can be difficult to share yourbodyfor so long, then have it look completely different when you get it back. Question is, is it possible for you to get your body back after pregnancy?
This change usually makes your breasts even bigger than they were during pregnancy, because of increased blood flow and milk, and yes, this is the engorgement your friends warned you about. It peaks two to three days after birth, and your breasts will be pretty hard and sore. If you’r...
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The reality is that pregnancy is truly a time of metamorphosis, a transition from one phase of life to another. It takes time, patience, and self-compassion to acclimate to the change. No matter how transformed in mind, spirit, and body you may feel, however, there are ways to enjoy a...
Breasts change to prepare for breastfeeding. (Image credit: Getty Images) A woman's breasts go through some big (and little) changes during and after pregnancy. "They get bigger at first, because the dormant fat tissue in the breast gets replaced by functional tissue" in preparation for brea...
Skin darkening is another change that occurs in the mother under the belly. This is mostly temporary, but it can also last for some time even after delivery. The vaginal discharge continues through this week and the rest of the pregnancy. ...