During pregnancy the woman may have several episodes of contractions, but not all of them represent the beginning of labor. Being able to identify contractions is very important for the …
Having swollen feet and ankles during pregnancy is normal, and may start to swell at around 6 months of gestation, becoming more intense and uncomfortable especially at the end …
To avoid stoned milk, it is recommended that always after the baby suckles check if there has been complete emptying of the breasts. If the breast has not been completely …
Heartburn in pregnancy is a very common problem, which happens due to the effect of the hormone progesterone, which causes relaxation of the body’s muscles to allow the growth …
To increase the fertility rate and facilitate pregnancy, some simple strategies can be adopted, such as investing in intimate contact, especially during the fertile period, eating foods that contribute …
Cesarean section is a type of delivery that consists of making a cut in the abdominal region, under anesthesia applied to the woman’s spine, to remove the baby. This type …
Humanized delivery is the most natural way to have the baby. It allows women to have control over which position they feel most comfortable having the baby in, whether they …
Breast care during pregnancy should be started as soon as the woman finds out she is pregnant and aims to reduce the pain and discomfort due to her growth, …
To increase the chances of getting pregnant, sexual intercourse should happen 3 times a week, that is, every other day, during the woman’s fertile period. This is because the quality …
Discomfort in early pregnancy, such as nausea, tiredness and food cravings, arise due to hormonal changes characteristic of pregnancy and can be very uncomfortable for the pregnant woman. These …