Everything you need to know about pregnancy and becoming a wonderful mom
Seafood is a valuable health food that it would be unfortunate to deprive yourself of during pregnancy: proteins, vitamins, iron, zinc, phosphorus, iodine, Omega-3, etc. However, because of the risks of contamination, it is necessary to take a few precautions during these nine months to protect your health and that of your baby. The risks …
In theory, a pregnancy lasts nine months. In reality, however, the normal duration of a pregnancy is a complex concept and varies from one woman to another. When do we talk of a full-term pregnancy? Of premature pregnancy? And of late term? Let’s have a look at the duration of pregnancy. The duration of pregnancy …
The condition of a 2-month-old fetus In the 7th week of amenorrhea, the embryo measures 7 mm. Organogenesis continues with the development of all its organs: brain, stomach, intestines, liver, kidneys, and bladder. The heart doubles in size and forms a small bulge in the abdominal cavity. The embryonic tail disappears and a spinal column …
Apart from a few health contraindications, especially the risk of premature birth, nothing prevents you from having sex during pregnancy. But you need to accept that your desire may change over the months. And adapt your pleasures to your growing belly. The benefits of sex during pregnancy Also if sex doesn’t always end in orgasm, …
Prenatal yoga will help you live better during pregnancy and prepare for childbirth. It is, of course, intended for pregnant women only! The approach is holistic: improving the well-being of the mother-to-be and preparing for childbirth in the postpartum period. Read on to find out more. Whether you have practiced yoga regularly or only after …
Country villa, beach hotel, mountain cottage… Are you planning a vacation and you are pregnant? Here are all our tips for a safe vacation and precautions for expectant mothers who want to have a perfect trip without risks. Traveling during pregnancy is possible, but it is not without risk. According to two studies, “half of …
It is normal and necessary to gain a few kilos during pregnancy – the only problem is that losing them afterward is difficult! Some tips will help you lose weight quickly while maintaining your health and feeling good. Let’s discover our tips for a successful diet after pregnancy. During pregnancy, the body accumulates fat in …
A urine pregnancy test, available in pharmacies, drugstores, and supermarkets, is a reliable way to confirm pregnancy in case of delayed menstruation. However, it is important to use it correctly and not to be too impatient. How does a pregnancy test work? The pregnancy test is based on the detection of the hormone beta-hCG in …
In the United States of America, around 13% of women have a tattoo. During pregnancy, some questions arise in the minds of expectant mothers. Can I get a piercing or a tattoo during pregnancy? Can I have an epidural if I have a tattoo on my back? Will the tattoo on my belly be deformed …
The fetus during the first month of pregnancy Pregnancy begins with fertilization, i.e. the meeting of the egg and sperm. Once the egg has entered the body, the nucleus of the sperm increases, as does the nucleus of the egg. The two cells meet and eventually fuse: the zygote, the first cell at the beginning …