3 Benefits of Doing Kegels During and After Pregnancy You might have heard the term “Kegels” and wondered what they are. Kegels are exercises that strengthen your pelvic muscles, the muscles that support your bladder, and uterus. These muscles also support the opening that leads from your urinary tract to the outside world, called the urethra. Kegel exercises were … [Read more...] about 3 Benefits of Doing Kegels During and After Pregnancy
Heartburn during Pregnancy
Heartburn is a burning sensation felt in the esophagus and chest due to indigestion and reflux of stomach acids. Women often experience mild to moderate heartburn [1] during the early stages of pregnancy. It is quite common during the second and third trimesters as well. Is Heartburn an Early Sign of Pregnancy? It is counted among the earliest signs of … [Read more...] about Heartburn during Pregnancy
Rashes During Pregnancy: The Three Most Common Types
Rashes During Pregnancy: The Three Most Common Types Is there one thing about your body that doesn’t seem to change with pregnancy? While your stomach is getting bigger, joints are getting looser, and legs getting more swollen, it’s not uncommon to experience skin changes and rashes that you may have never experienced before. While most are perfectly harmless and a sign of … [Read more...] about Rashes During Pregnancy: The Three Most Common Types
External Cephalic Version (ECV)
In a normal pregnancy, the baby settles in a cephalic (head down) position by the last few weeks of pregnancy, ready for delivery [1]. But sometimes, the baby may remain in a feet-down position (breech baby) [2] even as your labor starts, often requiring a c-section. In such cases, the External cephalic version or ECV may come useful, letting you consider a … [Read more...] about External Cephalic Version (ECV)
Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)
What is premature rupture of membranes (PROM) As you approach your due date, your body prepares for childbirth. The amniotic sac covering and protecting your baby breaks open prior to labor and delivery, leading to the amniotic fluid gush out or leak (the water breaking) [1]. It is known as premature rupture of membrane or PROM when occurring after … [Read more...] about Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)