Share
Home ›

third trimester

  • Groundbreaking Discovery in the Treatment of Preeclampsia

    Scientists at Mercy Hospital for Women have made a "groundbreaking discovery" in the treatment of preeclampsia, a potentially fatal condition that affects 1 in 20 pregnancies and kills 60,000 women worldwide each year.

  • One Hot Mama! Hot Tubs In Pregnancy

    Is the jacuzzi or hot tub yet another simple pleasure which may not be safe for our unborn babies? Allow me to share the latest research so you and your doctor can make the right choices.

  • Measurements Decreasing as Pregnancy Continues

    QUESTION

    I am 31 weeks they say right now. Two appointments ago I measured right at 29 cm. and then I went back two weeks later and measured 28. They sent me for ultra sound and it came back good. I went to my two week appointment today and measured at 25. They have me going to other ultrasound.

  • Pillows to Ease Third Trimester Pains

    QUESTION

    Hi. I'm 35 weeks into my pregnancy and have been experiencing sharp stabbing pains in my vagina and cramping that comes and goes every five minutes or so. It does not happen all the time; mainly when I get into bed. These pains break me out into a sweat and make me feel sick.

    Is this normal?

  • Feeling Something Hard Inside Vagina

    QUESTION

    I'm 35 weeks pregnant and have had contractions on and off for the past 2 weeks as well as brown mucus in my discharge. I have contacted my midwife regarding this and haven't been examined as they don't seem concerned.

  • What's a Good Beginning Fitness Routine for Pregnancy?

    QUESTION

    Dear Fitness Expert,
    I am 26 years old and 36 weeks pregnant with my first. I was about 25 pounds overweight prior to the pregnancy, and while I realize that I'll be losing quite a bit through delivery and the subsequent few weeks just due to natural processes, I feel absolutely enormous now!

  • The 411 on Nesting and Pregnancy

    Nesting is not only for birds. As humans, we nest, but in a different way. As our due date gets closer we naturally start to prepare for our new baby. For some women nesting includes setting up the baby's room and just a basic surface cleaning. For others, nesting is taken very seriously using a tooth brush to get to every nick-n-cranny.

  • Pregnancy - His Third Trimester Concerns

    Trimester 3 and we are into the playoffs! It's business time! As you start to burst at the seams, he may be finally coming out of denial. The pregnancy is pretty real now and his worries will start to turn toward you and the baby. What are his concerns as the birth draws near?

  • Sex During Pregnancy: What's His Problem?

    We've interviewed hundreds of men around the world for our Being Dad films and color, religion or nationality doesn't matter; some men can have sex during pregnancy and some can't. Many women have told us that when their man tells them they aren't interested or can't do it that they perceived it was because he didn't find them attractive in their later stages of pregnancy.

  • Third Trimester Sickness

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am 34 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I have had a rather tough pregnancy and although it was planned, at this point I just want to give up! I have gestational diabetes (managed with diet) and PIH and have been on bed rest since week 30.

  • Groundbreaking Discovery in the Treatment of Preeclampsia

    Scientists at Mercy Hospital for Women have made a "groundbreaking discovery" in the treatment of preeclampsia, a potentially fatal condition that affects 1 in 20 pregnancies and kills 60,000 women worldwide each year.

  • Pillows to Ease Third Trimester Pains

    QUESTION

    Hi. I'm 35 weeks into my pregnancy and have been experiencing sharp stabbing pains in my vagina and cramping that comes and goes every five minutes or so. It does not happen all the time; mainly when I get into bed. These pains break me out into a sweat and make me feel sick.

    Is this normal?

  • Third Trimester: Last Weeks' Anxieties

    The third trimester the worries switch from what crib or bedding to such concerns as: What if I don't bond with him/her right away? or What if my midwife doesn't answer the phone? The weeks leading up to the birth can be tiring, exciting and terrifying all at the same time. Shellie shares ways to easy your discomfort and your mind.

  • Sandy's Surprise -- Don't Hurry, Baby!

    I have been feeling pretty good! I'm back to substituting, and have been cooking/baking/cleaning like crazy. My father-in-law thinks I'm nesting, and one of my fellow teachers told me it looks like Baby Boy is riding really low and might come sooner than I think...

  • Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 37

    I had my final physical therapy appointment this week. It went rather quick. I haven't been able to keep up with the harder exercises, but I have been doing my best to do what light exercises I can. My therapist was so nice though and said I can call her anytime if I have questions or concerns.

  • Sandy's Surprise -- Full Term

    My body must be sending me all kinds of mothering hormones now that I'm so close to my due date, because my love for him has graduated from that "I-love-you-like-a-cute-fuzzy-animal" love to a definite mommy-baby kind of love.

  • Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 36

    I feel like such an idiot today! I cannot help but laugh at myself, but it was a little scary too! Today, I wanted to get out of the house and visit a local craft store.

  • Sex During Pregnancy: What's His Problem?

    We've interviewed hundreds of men around the world for our Being Dad films and color, religion or nationality doesn't matter; some men can have sex during pregnancy and some can't. Many women have told us that when their man tells them they aren't interested or can't do it that they perceived it was because he didn't find them attractive in their later stages of pregnancy.

  • Tristine's Triumph -- Entry 35

    I finally made it to the 28 weeks! I am so excited to have made it this far. This was the first major milestone that I felt like celebrating. If I were feeling better, I would be dancing around the house!

  • Sex During Pregnancy: The Great Divide

    It's down to the last trimester and your partner is really looking pregnant. This is where for half of you out there the question of sex during pregnancy can become problematic. Yes, you still find your wife attractive but the thought of having sex with her bothers you. Fear not...you are not alone.