During prenatal check ups throughout a pregnancy, a woman will undergo numerous tests to promote a healthy pregnancy and delivery. These tests are helpful in reducing or identifying the risks of complications, like urinary tract infections,...
Pregnancy is traditionally divided into three trimesters lasting approximately three months each. Since the average pregnancy actually lasts 40 weeks, not nine months, this can sometimes be confusing, according to Penn Medicine. Different doctors...
While a healthy diet is the best way to get both you and your baby the vitamins you need, the reality of life as a pregnant woman can sometimes get in the way. It's important, therefore, to take vitamin supplements to help make sure you have what...
When you are pregnant, your vitamin and mineral needs increase to meet both your needs and the needs of your growing fetus. It is important to follow a healthy, balanced diet to make sure you meet those needs. In addition to your increased...
Caffeine is found in a number of different foods, including coffee, tea, chocolate and some sodas, as well as some over-the-counter medications. During pregnancy -- especially during the first trimester -- you should pay attention to your caffeine...
Pilates is a form of exercise that helps to restore correct postural alignment, release tension and develop suppleness and strength. Pilates exercises comprise controlled movements and positions that help you develop strong core muscles in the...
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, you and your fetus can benefit from moderate, sensible exercise throughout your pregnancy. After the first trimester, your choices are a little more restricted, but there is still plenty you...
In a multi-fetal pregnancy, working closely with your health care provider in regards to special diets, vitamin and mineral supplements and nutritional requirements is important. It is preferable that nutrients come from a well-balanced diet, but...
Yoga is often touted as an effective and safe form of exercise during pregnancy. You can begin prenatal yoga the moment you find out that you're pregnant, with your doctor's approval. Beside finding a yoga instructor who is experienced in teaching...
Most women don't realize they're in the first trimester of pregnancy until it's well under way. A woman is pregnant for 40 weeks, and the first 14 weeks make up your first trimester. Those weeks begin to count on the first day of your last...
Morning sickness and other symptoms consume some women during the first trimester, so bonding with pregnancy really begins in the second trimester. Most of your symptoms subside for this trimester, also known as the honeymoon period, so you can...
Normally, pregnant women stop having menstrual periods, but vaginal bleeding may still occur during pregnancy. Although the bleeding can be worrisome, it is most common for women during the first trimester, the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Up to...
Many women call the second trimester "the honeymoon period" because they enjoy the pregnancy without the hassle of pregnancy symptoms. That's all about to change in the third trimester, when your body grimaces at the idea of carrying around...
Along with eating enough during pregnancy, it's important to eat the right foods. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean meats and whole grains is good for the health of you and your baby. During the first few months of pregnancy, women only need...
The second trimester is an ideal time to exercise. Your morning sickness has probably vanished, your belly is not yet ungainly, and you have that famous second-trimester energy boost. If you were exercising in the first trimester, you probably can...
During the third and final trimester of your pregnancy, your baby grows quickly. His eyes, bones, organs, brain and lungs are developing and his nutritional needs are increasing. In addition to his rapid growth, your body is preparing to give...
According to the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, the first trimester of pregnancy consists of the 13 weeks after your last menstrual period. Typically, your first prenatal visit will occur between the 8th and 10th week of pregnancy to start your...
A human pregnancy takes place over three trimesters, and each trimester is roughly 13 weeks. The first trimester begins with your last menstrual period and extends until you are 13 weeks pregnant. During this time, your developing baby is...
Pregnancy can be an exciting time in your life, especially when you first receive the joyous news. Aside from all the happiness this news may bring, pregnancy is also accompanied by a variety of symptoms, especially in the first trimester, that...
The first trimester of pregnancy is one of the busiest times for your baby--but for half of it, you may not even know yet that you're pregnant. As your body makes accommodations for your rapidly growing and developing fetus during these first 14...
The first trimester of pregnancy is a time of adjustment as your body begins to go though rapid changes. Pregnancy symptoms differ from woman to woman. Your symptoms may also differ from those of a subsequent pregnancy. Most first-trimester...
Exercise in the first trimester of pregnancy, is not only safe, but recommended. Exercise for the entire duration of the pregnancy is encouraged and can not only improve overall heath and maintain fitness, but according to the Mayo Clinic's...
After seeing a positive test result, your mind begins racing with questions of what is safe to eat or how many extra calories are needed to support the growth of your baby. Perhaps eating potato chips, pickles, and ice cream are appealing, or...
Finding out you are pregnant, especially with your first child, can be an exciting time filled with joy, wonder and apprehension. There is so much to learn, so much to do and so much to look forward to. Caring for yourself and ensuring the health...
During your first trimester of pregnancy, a well-balanced diet keeps you healthy and optimizes your baby's growth and development in the womb. The first trimester lasts for 13 weeks, and several nutrients are needed in abundance during this time....
When you become pregnant, there are many concerns that begin to arise. Exercise during pregnancy is one concern you may be worrying about. The fear that it will harm your unborn child should not impact your choice to get exercise. In most cases,...
Although it may not be apparent to others yet, a multitude of changes occur during the first trimester of pregnancy. Not only is the fetus making extraordinary leaps in development, but the pregnant woman herself also may discover many physical...
The first trimester, or three months, of pregnancy, can present many risks to the developing fetus. Because organs, facial features, skeletal tissue and limbs are developing at this time, any negative affect on the fetus can result in serious...
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