Pregnancy
Essential guidance for expecting mothers, from prenatal care to preparing for your baby's arrival
Your Pregnancy Journey
Pregnancy is an incredible journey filled with changes, questions, and anticipation. From the moment you discover you're expecting through delivery and recovery, this comprehensive guide provides evidence-based information to help you navigate each stage with confidence.
Explore topics covering prenatal care, nutrition, exercise, common concerns, labor and delivery, and postpartum recovery. Browse the topics below to find the information you need for a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.
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10 Things That Might Surprise You About Being Pregnant
→5 Things to Know About Zika and Pregnancy
→5 Ways to Prevent Early Labor (Slideshow)
→A Guide for First-Time Parents
→A Week-by-Week Pregnancy Calendar
→Air Travel During Pregnancy
→Alcohol Use During Pregnancy
→Are Vaccines Safe During Pregnancy?
→Are You in Labor?
→Avoiding Lead Exposure During Pregnancy
→Birth Plans
→Bringing Your Baby Home
→Can I Have a Vaginal Birth If I Had a Previous C-Section?
→Caring for Your Newborn Baby (Topic Center)
→Cesarean Sections (C-Sections)
→Coffee and Caffeine Use During Pregnancy
→Cord Blood Banking
→COVID-19: Pregnancy FAQs
→Dealing With Pain During Childbirth
→Dealing With Swollen Ankles During Pregnancy
→Drinking Tap Water During Pregnancy
→Eating During Pregnancy
→Ectopic Pregnancy
→Epidurals
→Exercising During Pregnancy
→Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)
→Folic Acid and Pregnancy
→Food Safety During Pregnancy
→Gestational Diabetes
→Getting X-Rays During Pregnancy
→Group B Strep and Pregnancy
→Health Care Providers: Midwives
→High-Impact Exercising During Pregnancy
→How Can I Deal With Heartburn During Pregnancy?
→I'm Pregnant. How Can I Avoid Having My Baby Early?
→Inducing Labor
→Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
→Is it Safe to Clean a Cat's Litter Box During Pregnancy?
→Medical Care During Pregnancy
→Miscarriages
→Natural Childbirth
→Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)
→Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS)
→Postpartum Depression
→Pregnancy at 1 Week: Weekly Calendar
→Pregnancy at 10 Weeks: Weekly Calendar
→Pregnancy at 11 Weeks: Weekly Calendar
→Pregnancy at 12 Weeks: Weekly Calendar
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→Pregnancy Calendar: Week 4
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→Pregnancy Calendar: Week 5
→Pregnancy Calendar: Week 7
→Pregnancy Calendar: Week 9
→Pregnancy Precautions
→Pregnancy Slideshow (Baby)
→Pregnancy Slideshow (Mom & Baby)
→Pregnant or Breastfeeding? Nutrients You Need
→Prenatal Test: Amniocentesis
→Prenatal Test: Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
→Prenatal Test: Contraction Stress Test
→Prenatal Test: First Trimester Screening
→Prenatal Test: Glucose Screening
→Prenatal Test: Nonstress Test
→Prenatal Test: Percutaneous Umbilical Blood Sampling (PUBS)
→Prenatal Test: Ultrasound
→Prenatal Testing: First Trimester
→Prenatal Testing: Second Trimester
→Prenatal Testing: Third Trimester
→Prenatal Tests: FAQs
→Preparing for Multiple Births
→Preventing Overheating During Pregnancy
→Preventing Premature Birth (Topic Center)
→Recovering From Delivery
→Recreational Drugs and Pregnancy
→Rhesus (Rh) Factor Incompatibility During Pregnancy
→Severe Morning Sickness (Hyperemesis Gravidarum)
→Sex During Pregnancy
→Sleeping During Pregnancy
→Smoking and Pregnancy
→Staying Healthy During Pregnancy
→Sunless and Self-Tanning During Pregnancy
→Taking Care of Your Mental Health During Pregnancy
→Treatments to Prevent Premature Birth
→Using Artificial Sweeteners During Pregnancy
→Using Bug Killers and Repellents During Pregnancy
→Using Hair Dyes and Color During Pregnancy
→Using Household Chemicals During Pregnancy
→Using Medicines During Pregnancy
→Using Teeth Whiteners During Pregnancy
→What Are Kegel Exercises?
→What Can Help With Leg Cramps During Pregnancy?
→What Can I Do to Relieve My Pregnancy Backaches?
→What if My Baby Isn't Born by My Due Date?
→What Is Prenatal Care Before Pregnancy?
→What's a "High-Risk" Pregnancy?
→When Do Pregnant Women Need Progesterone Shots?
→Where Should I Have My Baby?
→Why Are Babies Born Early?
→Why Are Pregnant Women Told to Avoid Feta Cheese?
→Why Do Many Pregnant Women Pull Ligaments, Muscles, and Joints?
→Why Do Some Pregnant Women Get Varicose Veins?
→Why Do Some Women Feel Short of Breath During Pregnancy?
→Your Pregnancy (Topic Center)
→📅Pregnancy Stages
🌱First Trimester (Weeks 1-12)
Early development, morning sickness, and initial prenatal visits. Your baby's major organs and body systems begin to form.
🌿Second Trimester (Weeks 13-27)
Often called the "honeymoon period" of pregnancy. You may feel more energy, and your baby's movements become noticeable.
🌳Third Trimester (Weeks 28-40+)
Final preparations for birth. Your baby grows rapidly, and you'll prepare for labor, delivery, and bringing your baby home.
💡Essential Pregnancy Topics
🩺Prenatal Care
Regular check-ups, prenatal tests, and monitoring your health and your baby's development throughout pregnancy.
🥗Nutrition & Safety
What to eat, what to avoid, food safety, supplements, and maintaining a healthy diet for you and your growing baby.
🏃Exercise & Activity
Safe exercise during pregnancy, staying active, and activities to avoid. Physical activity can help with comfort and preparation for labor.
🤱Labor & Delivery
Understanding labor signs, birth plans, pain management options, delivery methods, and what to expect during childbirth.
⚠️Common Concerns
Morning sickness, backaches, swelling, heartburn, and other common pregnancy symptoms and how to manage them.
🏥Postpartum Recovery
Recovering from delivery, caring for your newborn, postpartum depression, and adjusting to life with your new baby.
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⚠️Important Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider or obstetrician for personalized guidance regarding your pregnancy, health concerns, and any questions you may have. If you have urgent medical concerns, seek immediate medical attention.