Body Function Changes During Pregnancy- Birthpedia

ASK: Later in my pregnancy I am noticing more veins showing on my breasts,...

Body Functions Kristen Hall, RN, MSN, CNM

Veins are Normal "So it's totally normal if you're noticing more veins on your breast. First of all, the hormones in pregnancy help relax all...

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the third...

Body Functions Christine Stothers, CPM

Physical Changes in the Third Trimester "The (physical) changes for the mom and baby during the third trimester are all getting things ready for the...

ASK: What does it mean my “baby dropped” or my provider talking about “stations”?

Body Functions Margie Wallis, CPM

When Does "Baby Dropped" Happen? "One of the things that people say about moms is,...

ASK: Is it normal to have swollen feet during pregnancy?

Body Functions Maria Milton, Midwife

Swollen Feet During Pregnancy "If your feet are swollen and they are swelling in the afternoon, that is not a big deal. The only swelling...

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the second...

Body Functions Christine Stothers, CPM

Physical Changes in the Second Trimester "So, the changes that are happening for the mom in the second trimester. The placenta has taken over producing...

ASK: I’m about 16 weeks pregnant and my baby isn’t moving, is this normal?

Body Functions Shannon Burdeshaw, CPM

Normal Fetal Movement at 16 Weeks "Typically, you will feel movement every day after 18 weeks pregnant. Some women feel movement every day earlier than...

ASK: How do I calculate the date when my pregnancy began?

Body Functions Cindi Jenkins Wylie, CNM

How do I calculate the date I conceived to help me determine my due date? "Most people don't know that during the first two weeks...

ASK: Is it normal to get yeast infections while pregnant?

Body Functions Cindi Jenkins Wylie, CNM

Vaginal Discharge in Pregnancy "Pregnancy can predispose you a little bit more to yeast infections because of the hormones (of pregnancy). But, it is also...

ASK: What are some exercises I can do while pregnant that shouldn’t harm me...

Body Functions Dr. Vernette McKnight, DC

Exercises In Pregnancy “I get this question a lot, so I'll keep it super simple. Of course, walking (is great). If you have already been...

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the first...

Body Functions Christine Stothers, CPM

Physical Changes During The First Trimester “During the first trimester, there are several big physiological changes that are happening. It is very confusing for people...

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ASK: What is Oligohydramnios?

ASK: Is it normal to be spotting blood during my pregnancy?

ASK: How does the uterus work while in labor?

ASK: Is it normal to be constipated during pregnancy?

ASK: What is colostrum?

ASK: Is it normal to have darker nipples or changes with my breasts while pregnant?

ASK: Im pregnant, Is it normal to feel sharp pain in my pelvic area?

ASK: What is round ligament pain while pregnant? Is it normal?

ASK: Later in my pregnancy I am noticing more veins showing on my breasts,...

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the third...

ASK: What does it mean my “baby dropped” or my provider talking about “stations”?

ASK: Is it normal to have swollen feet during pregnancy?

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the second...

ASK: I’m about 16 weeks pregnant and my baby isn’t moving, is this normal?

ASK: How do I calculate the date when my pregnancy began?

ASK: Is it normal to get yeast infections while pregnant?

ASK: What are some exercises I can do while pregnant that shouldn’t harm me...

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the first...