Spotting, in general terms, is the light bleeding from the vagina that can sometimes happen between periods. It can also occur in the early stages of pregnancy. Seeing blood early in pregnancy can be unsettling, making you question, “Is this spotting normal? But it's reassuring to know tha...
It can be difficult to recognize the signs and symptoms because they can start very early in your pregnancy—at a time when you might not know you are pregnant yet. In addition, some of the indicators are also typicalearly signs of pregnancy. Although the risk of ectopic pregnancy is low,...
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1. Understanding Blood Pressure Changes During Pregnancy During pregnancy, the body is naturally under more pressure. Blood pressure can change throughout this time. Many women will experience a decrease in blood pressure during the first and second trimesters. This is because the body releases horm...
I walked around like I was in a small castle, awed by the structure and faint smell, even after decades, of cedar. “Well? What do you think? Do you like it?” This woman was mentally sharp and not in the habit of beating around the bush. “Well, sure, it is gorgeous! And I ...
I walked around like I was in a small castle, awed by the structure and faint smell, even after decades, of cedar. “Well? What do you think? Do you like it?” This woman was mentally sharp and not in the habit of beating around the bush. “Well, sure, it is gorgeous! And I ...
This very early sign of pregnancy is not usually a reason to be concerned; it is perfectly normal and no risk to the developing baby. However, if you are also experiencing symptoms such as, lower abdominal pain, nausea, dizziness or vomiting you should see your doctor as is may be an in...
Signs and symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy Like with all pregnancies, at first there could be no signs or symptoms, therefore the ectopic pregnancy can go unnoticed. Or it could appear to be a normal pregnancy until around four weeks (sometimes later), when pain and/or vaginal bleeding tend...
The past few decades have demonstrated unequivocally the importance of the human microbiota to both short-term and long-term human health. Early programming of the microbiota and immune system during pregnancy, delivery, breastfeeding and weaning is important and determines adult immune function, microb...
Your postpartum body has been through a lot during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, and it takes time to recover and return to “normal” after having a baby. You may discover that there is a “new normal,” as some things may not return to exactly how they were before. This is only...