Pregnancy, Parenting and Baby Guidelines
Maria Shevtsova 
The fifth month of pregnancy has nearly come to an end. There are a bit more than four months left until you see your baby, and you need to prepare for such an important event, and even to visit special classes. By the 21st week of pregnancy, you have gained about 4 kg of weight, and now you are … Read more
Modern contraception provides women with many opportunities that they could not think of before. Contraception, family planning, the choice of a convenient time for the onset of menstruation, a reduction in discomfort, including pain during “these days” – all this became available at the present time. A variety of options allows most women to easily … Read more
It is considered that a child is usually ready for weaning when all the teeth have appeared, the sucking reflex is almost extinguished, and the number of attachments to the breast reduces to 2-4 per day, which usually happens by 2-3 years old. Sometimes it is necessary to stop breastfeeding because of the mother’s illness, or if the other … Read more
Postpartum depression is a breach of emotional balance that starts after a woman gives birth; and the main signs of which are low spirits, anxiety, and inability to accomplish daily tasks. This pathology has a negative influence on a mother as well as a child. This emotional disorder is diagnosed in less than half cases. Many … Read more
Swollen feet during pregnancy are a challenge almost every soon-to-be mom has to face. Especially often swelling during pregnancy afflicts women in the later pregnancy stages (during the second and third trimester). Swollen feet and ankles during pregnancy hurt, there’s a sensation of heaviness, a woman has difficulties with staying on her feet for a long time. The problem … Read more
It is believed that after 25 weeks of pregnancy the threat of miscarriage is significantly reduced. So this period is psychologically important for expectant mothers. And in the case of premature birth, the kid has a good chance to survive. The woman is gaining weight fast, she had already gained 6-7 kg, and she’s are “allowed” to … Read more
Barrier means of contraception are popular among people of different ages. They do not allow sperm to get into the woman’s ovaries, thereby preventing pregnancy. The most known and commonly available are the condom and the vaginal diaphragm birth control. These methods of contraception protect not only against unwanted pregnancy but also against a lot of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. … Read more
If you are 30 Weeks Pregnant – it means a lot. First, a child in the womb – is a human with certain skills and reactions. Secondly, delivery is coming. What is she now, your baby? An ultrasound can show not only a clear outline of a human baby but also the way she breathes, … Read more
You are already 29 weeks pregnant. Some lucky women are already on maternity leave, and they can fully concentrate on the final stage of pregnancy. Now you will look forward to each new mark and prepare for a meeting with the baby. You will have to visit your doctor more often, and nursing school is not … Read more
The placenta is a connection between the mother and her child. With the help of the placenta, the fetus is nourished and receives oxygen returning the products of metabolism. The course of pregnancy and in some cases the existence of the fetus depends on the condition of the placenta. That is why when the pregnant woman is … Read more
Week 9 of your pregnancy – is the seventh week from the day of conception. Taking into account the fact that it is difficult to determine the exact date of fertilization, it may be the 6th or even the 8th week from the day of conception. So 9 weeks pregnant is still relevant. The ninth obstetric week is the beginning of … Read more