ultrasound — Pregnancy

Day after due date, I came into the hospital for a routine ultrasound to check on status of the baby. They noticed my amniotic fluid levels were getting low…

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Third Trimester Health

Congratulations, you are at the final stretch of pregnancy! To be honest, it feels like the longest stretch..

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Second Trimester enjoy!

With this surge of energy & adorable baby bump, this trimester enjoy…

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Second Trimester Health

Well into your second trimester, you start to see your OB or midwife on a regular basis. Every 4 weeks, than every other week, every week as you get closer to your due date. On these appointments you will usually be expected to..

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First Trimester Tests

Once you book an appointment with your family doctor to confirm pregnancy and decided on the OB or midwife route, there are a few tests involved in the first trimester.

The main tests in the first trimester are..

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