Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, correlating roughly to three months in each trimester. At three months of pregnancy, hormone levels are high, and so many of the symptoms of pregnancy at this time are due to hormone changes, although...
When you are two months pregnant, you are three-quarters of the way through the first trimester and your baby is developing rapidly. Although symptoms vary among women, you should be experiencing some signs and symptoms of pregnancy at this time....
As your pregnancy progresses and you enter the third trimester, your growing body may make it difficult to pursue the daily 30 minutes of exercise recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Finding ways to exercise that are...
At seven months (28 weeks) into your pregnancy, you are in the first week of your third trimester and about 12 weeks from your due date. By this week, your baby weighs 2 1/4 pounds (about the size of a Chinese cabbage) and measures 14.8 inches...
At two months pregnant, you are three-quarters of the way through the first trimester and your baby is developing rapidly. Although symptoms vary among women, you should be experiencing some signs and symptoms of pregnancy at this time. Do not be...
Aches and pains abound in the ninth and final month of pregnancy. Physically, the cumulative weight gain may make the mother uncomfortable, even while sitting or lying down. Emotionally, she may feel quite ready to finally meet her baby. Worries...
Nausea is a common pregnancy symptom during the first trimester, but as you enter the fourth month of your pregnancy and the second trimester, you probably hope to say goodbye to nausea. However, that is not always the case. Every pregnancy is...
Exercise can provide numerous benefits both during pregnancy and during and after delivery. During your fifth month of pregnancy, your changing body and extra weight can affect your choice of exercise activities and workout programs. Although...
Abdominal exercises focus the work on the rectus abdominus, or the superficial muscles of your belly region. During the fifth month of pregnancy, this region begins to expand faster than during the beginning months of your pregnancy. As your belly...
Random contractions in pregnancy can be worrying when you first experience them. When you are seven months pregnant, these contractions are usually just a slight, brief tightening. You might find them uncomfortable, or you may not feel them at...
Pregnancy causes your body to go through many changes. Tissue upholding your uterus stretches, which has the ability to cause sharp, shooting pains on either side of your stomach that venture down your thigh, into your leg, according to Cleveland...
During pregnancy, your body changes, and that includes your breasts. In preparation for your child, your breasts make changes to supply food for your newborn. Whether you plan to breastfeed or not, you may have some discomfort. Rest assured, this...
Pregnancy inevitably produces changes in your body. While your baby is growing, your legs must bear more weight and can suffer from overexertion, especially if your exercise routine is strenuous, and the weight of your growing uterus can hinder...
At eight months, you're definitely feeling the changes pregnancy brings to your body. Some days, exercise may be the farthest thing from your mind. Other days, you may feel full of energy and ready to take on some physical activity. While exercise...
Your pregnancy is typically measured in weeks, so you must calculate to figure out how many months pregnant you currently are. Doctors typically set due dates at 40 weeks from the first day of your last period, with trimesters dividing the weeks....
Proper nutrition during pregnancy is critical both for your health and for the health of your baby. Some nutrients, like iron, calcium, vitamin D and folic acid, are particularly important during pregnancy, especially after reaching the fifth...
By the sixth month of pregnancy, most women will be done with morning sickness but still energetic enough to get moving. For most pregnant women, exercise is not only a healthy choice but a way to deal with the stress and anxiety of your impending...
As your baby -- and baby belly -- grow, you've probably found it increasingly difficult to do everyday tasks. During your last month of pregnancy, your baby is growing rapidly and preparing for delivery. Some pelvic pressure is normal, as your...
Myths abound regarding what you can and cannot do during pregnancy. For some women, dance offers an excellent form of exercise, even at the end of the pregnancy. However, dancing also can have serious consequences, depending on your health...
During your second trimester, those first flutters of your baby's movement were special. They created a bond between you and your baby, and it was her way of telling you she was OK in there. Now, at eight months pregnant, you are used to the...
As you near the end of your pregnancy, you might notice changes in the movement of your baby. Some mothers notice a change in the frequency or timing of fetal hiccups. In most cases, this isn't a problem; your baby is simply experiencing a normal...
When you're pregnant, you should still continue your cardio workout routine. Benefits of cardio exercise during pregnancy include excessive weight gain during pregnancy, more stamina for labor and delivery and improved cardiovascular health. When...
Hot flashes, which can cause you to alternatively fling off extra coverings and huddle under them just minutes later, are more commonly associated with menopause than pregnancy. But pregnancy can also cause hot flashes; both hormonal changes and...
Vitex, also known as chaste tree, is often used to regulate hormone production. Some women use this herbal product to regulate their menstrual cycles so that it is easier to become pregnant. Although becoming pregnant the first month you use Vitex...
Kundalini yoga integrates movement, breath, meditation and mantra. Yogi Bhajan introduced this practice to the United States in the late 1960s. The word "kundalini" is Sanskrit for "coiled," which refers to the feminine energy, or the unlimited...
If your life feels as though it's on fast-forward with no pauses, take time to stop and nurture yourself. Restorative yoga helps you let go of stress and rejuvenate your body and mind. By using props for extra support, you can relax into the poses...
Pregnancy puts added strain on the muscles and organs around the pelvis. In particular, the extra weight of the unborn baby puts pressure on the pelvic floor, which is the layer of muscle at the base of the abdomen. It acts as a support for lower...
When you are two months pregnant, your body and your baby need several nutrients to continue developing properly throughout your pregnancy. The best way to get these nutrients is through a prenatal vitamin and possibly some additional supplements....
Silvadene cream is a topical drug containing 1 percent of silver sulfadiazine. Once applied, the medication works to prevent and treat a bacterial infection in a skin wound, such as third-degree and second-degree burns. Using Silvadene cream...
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