Dizziness During Pregnancy

Medically reviewed to ensure accuracy. When does dizziness generally start during pregnancy? Many women experience dizziness starting betweenweek 12and the first few weeks of the second trimester of pregnancy. Is dizziness a common early sign of pregnancy? What causes dizziness during pregnancy? Early in pregnancy, your body is gearing up to meet the needs of two bodies instead of one. Keep in mind that no matter how “normal” dizziness is, you shouldn’t ignore it....

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 221 words · Michael Chavez

Has Your Appetite Increased During Pregnancy?

Medically reviewed for accuracy. Feel as if you’re never full? When does appetite generally increase during pregnancy? An increased appetite is acommon pregnancy symptom. Some women notice that their appetite increasesas soon as the first trimester of pregnancy. However, most women feel a shift in their appetite during the second trimester, around the timemorning sicknessends. Why do I feel hungry all the time while I’m pregnant? Starting in the second trimester, youll need tosteadily gain weightto meet your babys needs....

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 221 words · Cheyenne Carr

Has Your Sense of Smell Gotten Stronger During Pregnancy?

Medically reviewed for accuracy. Can you tell whats on the menu before youve even entered the restaurant? Does the smell of deli sandwiches turn your stomach? Hyperosmia is a persistently heightened or increased sense of smell, and its very common in pregnancy. Its also been linked to allergies and some health conditions.Trusted SourceCleveland ClinicWhat%u2019s That Smell? Many pregnant women notice changes in their sense of smell during thefirst trimester. What can I do about heightened sense of smell when I’m pregnant?...

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 263 words · Thomas Reynolds

Heartburn During Pregnancy

Medically reviewed to ensure accuracy. No one knows heartburn quite like a pregnant woman. What’s more, you may well experience pregnancy heartburn discomfort during all three trimesters. Rest assured that you’re not alone. When does heartburn generally start during pregnancy? What causes heartburn during pregnancy? This may be uncomfortable for you, but it’s actually beneficial for your baby. How do you treat heartburn during pregnancy? There are several ways to control and treat heartburn during pregnancy....

November 13, 2014 · 1 min · 181 words · Megan Soto

How to Burp Your Baby: Basics, Tips and Positions

Does your baby fuss and get cranky during or after feedings? Its likely because she’s swallowed a bit of air with that milk, making her feel uncomfortably full. Burping your baby is an important feeding step and can help her feel better. Try these burping tips and positions to bring up the air and make space for babys full meal. Its important to burp baby at each feeding even if she’s sleeping....

November 13, 2014 · 1 min · 154 words · Kathleen Gardner

How to Do Pelvic Tilt Exercises During Pregnancy

Your body goes through so many changes during pregnancy, some more noticeable than others. As always, check in with your practitioner prior to beginning any newexercises during pregnancy. What is a pelvic tilt? A pelvic tilt is an anatomical alignment of the pelvis that is anything other than neutral. If youve doneprenatal yoga, its almost like cat pose. Over time, this can lead to a weakness in the glutes and pelvic floor problems....

November 13, 2014 · 1 min · 200 words · Ana Jackson

How Your Belly Button Changes During Pregnancy

Medically reviewed to ensure accuracy. Has your “innie” started popping through your clothes? When does your belly button usually change during pregnancy? What can I do about belly button changes when I’m pregnant? There’s nothing you could do to prevent changes to your navel during pregnancy. Just about every belly button pops at some point during pregnancy. Like so many otherpregnancy symptoms, a popped-out belly button is harmless. What causes belly button pain during pregnancy?...

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 262 words · Tina Charles

Losing Your Mucus Plug & Bloody Show: Is Labor Near?

Updates throughout to expert sources, text, guidelines and formatting. Heres what you oughta know about these common signs that labors on its way. What is a mucus plug? What does it mean to lose your mucus plug? Read This Next What does a mucus plug look like? The mucus plug is just what it sounds like: a sticky, gelatinous glob of mucus. It may also be yellow or brown. Your mucus plug always discharges before you deliver....

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 303 words · Robert Acosta

Shortness of Breath During Pregnancy

Medically reviewed to ensure accuracy. As your pregnancy progresses, you may start to feel winded even after minimal amounts of physical exertion. As usual, thosepregnancy hormonesare to blame for taking your breath away. Here’s what you’re gonna wanna know about shortness of breath during pregnancy. Is it normal to be short of breath during pregnancy? Although mild breathlessness can be less than comfortable, it’s totally normal. It’s also completely safe for your baby, who remains continually well-oxygenated viayour placenta....

November 13, 2014 · 1 min · 179 words · Jill Hernandez

Stretch Marks During and After Pregnancy

Some moms-to-be wear them proudly as a “red badge of motherhood.” Others dont want to talk about them. What trimester do pregnant women develop stretch marks? That said, they do sometimes appear sooner. Up to 90 percent of all expecting women get these pink, red, brown or sometimes purplish streaks. You’ll most likely notice them across your belly, butt, thighs, hips or breasts. What causes stretch marks during pregnancy? Whether or not you get stretch marks has a lot to do with the elasticity of your skin....

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 346 words · Nicholas Park

Suffering From Leg Cramps During Pregnancy?

Medically reviewed to ensure accuracy. When do leg cramps start during pregnancy? These painful spasms that radiate through the calves and up the legs are very common among the expectant set. Short answer: Nobody’s quite sure. Unfortunately for most women, leg cramps lastthrough the third trimester of pregnancy.

November 13, 2014 · 1 min · 48 words · Melanie Kelley

What to Do About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome During Pregnancy

Feeling all a-tingle these days? How early can you get carpal tunnel during pregnancy? What causes carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy? The carpal tunnel houses nerves and ligaments in your wrist. Carpal tunnel syndrome happens when the median nerve gets compressed near your wrist. Is numbness in the hands a sign of preeclampsia? If youre experiencing any symptoms that are unusual or worrisome, never hesitate to contact your doctor. What helps carpal tunnel during pregnancy?...

November 13, 2014 · 1 min · 147 words · Amanda Bonilla

What to Do If Your Water Breaks During Pregnancy

Updates throughout to text, information, guidelines, formatting and sources, and new medical review. By now, you may be wondering when and at what inconvenient place your water will break. How can you tell if your water breaks? It may feel like stream of warm liquid that makes your underwear and possibly even your pants wet. But more likely is that it will be a slow and steady trickle of fluid....

November 13, 2014 · 2 min · 308 words · Kevin Burgess DVM