Tag: fetal development
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Week 3 of Pregnancy: What to Expect
Read more Congratulations! By week three of your pregnancy, ovulation and implantation typically occur. Here’s what you should know about your body and your developing baby during this crucial time. Understanding Pregnancy Calculation Pregnancy can be a bit confusing to calculate. Most women are unsure when conception happens, as pinpointing the exact moment of ovulation…
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18 Weeks Pregnant: Your Baby’s Growth and Your Changing Body
Read more As you reach the 18-week mark in your pregnancy, you may feel a mix of excitement and anticipation. It’s an incredible time as your baby continues to develop rapidly inside you. Your Baby’s Development at 18 Weeks At this stage, your baby is about the size of a cucumber, measuring approximately 5.5 inches…
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Smoking During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Read more Pregnancy is a crucial time for expectant mothers to consider quitting smoking. Not only will you feel more energetic and healthier during this journey, but you’ll also significantly reduce your risks of future health issues like heart disease and cancer. Research indicates that 12 to 20 percent of pregnant women smoke, which poses…
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Week 23 of Pregnancy: Baby Growth, Symptoms & Tips
Read more Welcome to week 23 of your pregnancy! At this stage, your little one is about the length of a carrot, measuring approximately 11 inches long and weighing around 1.2 pounds. Get ready, as your baby is gearing up for a significant growth spurt over the next month. They may even double in size…
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When and How Your Baby’s Sex is Determined in the Womb
Read more From the very moment of conception, your little one has the potential to be a boy or a girl, thanks to the genetic information inherited from you and your partner. However, both male and female embryos start out quite similar in the womb, making it a bit of a wait-and-see game before you…
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39 Weeks Pregnant: What to Expect
Read more As you reach 39 weeks of pregnancy, you may notice fewer changes in your body compared to the previous weeks. Weight gain may have stabilized, and you might not feel much larger. However, several important developments are still taking place as you prepare for your baby’s arrival. At this stage, you might hear…
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COVID-19 and Pregnancy: Essential Information for Expecting Mothers
Read more The risk of contracting COVID-19 for pregnant women is relatively low. However, as women in this condition undergo various immune and physiological changes that may heighten their vulnerability to respiratory infections, including COVID-19, it’s crucial for them to take preventive measures against this virus, the flu, and other illnesses. What Are the Symptoms…
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Keepsake Ultrasounds: A Cautionary Look
Read more Keepsake ultrasounds offer families a unique glimpse into the world of their developing baby. While these services can create cherished memories and provide an opportunity to discover the baby’s gender, using ultrasound technology for non-medical purposes raises several concerns. An ultrasound exam employs high-frequency sound waves to visualize a pregnant woman’s abdomen and…
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The First Trimester of Pregnancy
Weeks 1 & 2 – Gestational Age Read more Your menstrual cycle has just concluded, and your body is gearing up for ovulation. Typically, ovulation occurs about 11 to 21 days after the first day of your last period. During intercourse, millions of sperm are released into the vagina, where they travel through the cervix…