All Entries in the "PREGNANCY STAGES" Category
Development Of Fetus In The First, Second And Third Trimesters
The endlessly fascinating cycle of life begins when one from among millions of sperms fertilizes the female egg and the zygote is formed. The development of fetus, which begins as a zygote, develops into a morula or pre-embryo, then becomes a blastocyst, which [...]
Fetal Development Week By Week
The early signs of pregnancy differ greatly from one woman to another woman.
While one woman may be laid low by extreme nausea and long durations of morning sickness; other woman sail through pregnancy with barely any discomfort; however there can be said to be some predictable early [...]
First Trimester Cramping: What Could It Mean?
First trimester cramping is not unusual and a significant proportion of pregnant women do in fact experience mild cramps early on in the pregnancy. This is particularly likely to happen after sexual activity or when the bladder is full.
Mild first trimester cramping, even accompanied by a little spotting may be normal. However, if the cramps [...]
The Main Stages Of Fetal Development
The main stages of fetal development can be divided into three broad categories, Conception, Embryonic development and finally fetal development:
Conception: Even before the actual conception of formation of the zygote, the body is preparing for the fertilization of the female egg by the male sperm and consequent pregnancy.
So this stage [...]
The Fetal Heart Rate – What It Can Indicate?
One of the most incredibly moving experiences for a mother to be is the first time she hears the sound of the heart beat of her unborn baby, which is typically when she goes to have an ultra sound performed or hears the tiny heart beat on the Doppler fetal monitor.
Many of [...]
Pregnancy Week 35 – Check For The Signs Of Labor
The beginning of week 35 of pregnancy brings you some good news because sooner you are going to give birth to your baby.
In just few days, you will be able to see your little one growing inside you.
But, still there are certain changes that need to take place during this week. They [...]
Activities To Avoid During First Trimester Of Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, good physical fitness is essential for your body and mind, but you should be very careful that you will not cross the limit.
Physical activity and exercises makes your delivery easier and also makes child care less tiring for you.
However there are some restrictions that you have to follow [...]
Postpartum Hemorrhage – A Severe Condition That Leads To Excessive Bleeding
Do you have the condition of excessive bleeding after the delivery? This is the condition of postpartum hemorrhage.
Up to 4% of women experience postpartum hemorrhage and it more likely occurs with a cesarean birth. Usually, hemorrhage will occur before or after the placenta is delivered.
In vaginal delivery, the amount of blood [...]
Prenatal Development – Know The Changes Of Your Developing Baby!
Being pregnant is an exciting experience in one’s life.
However, it will be more exciting if you understand the prenatal development at each stage from the time of conception to childbirth.
The prenatal development in the first month of your pregnancy starts from fertilization, a process where the sperm combines with the ovum [...]
Pregnancy Weekly – Changes That Takes Place In You During Pregnancy
Pregnancy weekly will give you information about the changes that takes place during your pregnancy.
The first two weeks are counted as a part of 40 weeks although the baby has not conceived yet.
In 28-day menstrual cycle, the best period of conception is between 12-16 days from the first day of menstrual [...]
