The hours and days after having a baby can be described as an exhilarating and joyous time. You may be on a high emotionally but feel a little lower physically. Among the body aches and fatigue you experience postpartum, you may also suffer from...
You've probably never even been aware of your round ligament until being pregnant. The ligament, which supports the uterus, stretches when you are pregnant, sometimes causing pain and discomfort, the American Pregnancy Association reports. Round...
The causes of miscarriage are varied. It is estimated that 15 to 20 percent of all known pregnancies end in miscarriage, 80 percent of which occur during the first 12 weeks of gestation. Some early miscarriages result from maternal hormonal or...
The seasonal flu normally strikes between November and March every year in North America. Pregnant women are susceptible to the illness unless vaccinated, but even with vaccination, some women may get the flu. People normally recover fully from...
Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, or a change in bowel habits can be suggestive of diverticulitis, in which small, bulging pouches of your large intestine become inflamed. Diverticulitis may resolve with simple treatments; however,...
Bloating and backaches are common symptoms that affect everyone from time to time. While most underlying causes are not serious, in some cases, these symptoms may signal the presence of a medical issue that needs attention. If you experience...
Whether you've been trying to conceive for awhile or you are unexpectedly wondering if you're pregnant, deciphering the signs your body is giving you can be tricky. Many women report flu-like symptoms such as headache, muscle aches and nausea and...
Abdominal cramping is a common symptom during pregnancy. It is often a harmless reaction to all of the changes of pregnancy, but it can also signal something more serious. Being able to recognize normal abdominal cramping and distinguish it from...
While the eyes themselves get a lot of exercise--on average, a person blinks 10,000 times daily--the area around the eyes is delicate and sensitive, and also low on blood and lymphatic circulation. An absence of muscles often means that it's one...
