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Huge changes take place in your body during the last few months of pregnancy, and by now you will really be feeling them! Your uterus is putting more pressure on your other organs. Your bladder suffers the most, and your … Continue reading →

You’re probably starting to feel quite uncomfortable now. Your baby is taking up all available space, and your organs are being shifted aside to make room. Good posture can make a difference, so watch how you stand. Keep taking healthy … Continue reading →

At week 28, your baby has a very good chance of survival in the event of a premature birth. So now you can really start looking forward to his arrival! Most airlines will not allow you to fly from week … Continue reading →

Congratulations! You’ve made it through to the third trimester. Although you become more uncomfortable and unwieldy each week from now onwards, you also have the joy of developing a closer relationship with your baby. You become more aware of him, … Continue reading →

This is the last week of the second trimester. At about this time, others may begin to feel the baby move if they hold a hand over your uterus. What a wonderful experience for Dad-to-be. He will probably begin to … Continue reading →

Have you booked your childbirth facilities yet? Whether you’re having the baby at home, in hospital or in a clinic, you probably need to book well in advance. You’ve probably already checked out what’s available in your area, and made … Continue reading →

At week 24, the baby has a small chance of survival if born prematurely, so this is a major milestone! Only the lungs have yet to develop fully, but babies born at this stage have been known to survive on … Continue reading →

Many women have vivid dreams at this stage of pregnancy. It’s also not unusual to feel anxious about many things. How will you cope with childbirth? And parenthood? Will your baby be normal? These fears are very common. Gather as … Continue reading →

You may already be feeling heavy, and wonder how you can possibly cope with another four months of growing larger! Don’t worry – you adapt as you go along. Stay as active as you can, but make sure you get … Continue reading →

This is the time when you say goodbye to your waistline! You won’t see it again until you start getting back into shape after the baby is born. The top of your uterus now reaches above your navel. You may … Continue reading →