Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH), also called preeclampsia or toxemia, occurs when a woman's blood pressure is elevated during pregnancy. PIH is most likely to impact women who are first-time moms, have a family history of PIH, are pregnant...
Getting a cold during pregnancy is hard, having a cold during your third trimester can be miserable. Looking for relief in over-the-counter medications is typically accepted during your third trimester, though after you reach 38 weeks you'll want...
The 28th week marks the beginning of the third trimester of pregnancy. Physical and emotional aches and pains are normal and common. As weight gain approaches its peak, women may find it difficult to get comfortable, even while lying down. They...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. Determining your pulse rate is one of the steps you can take on your own in determining your risk of a heart attack. Although there are general guidelines for a normal pulse rate, there are...
