If you are pregnant or recently had a baby following sexual intercourse with more than one man, you may worry about who the baby’s father is. Although DNA tests are the only exact way to identify paternity, there are a…
First Trimester
What is the Heartbeat for Boy or Girl?
Many women believe that the gender of a baby can be predicted by how fast the baby’s heart beats either on an ultrasound or handheld doppler. The theory says that: If the heartbeat is under 150, it’s a boy. Some…
How Can You Be Pregnant 2 Weeks Before Conceiving a Baby?
Pregnancy is counted from approximately 2 weeks before you actually conceive a baby. Sounds confusing, doesn’t it? The conception date is the day your baby was conceived, generally during the time you ovulate. Most women on a 28 day cycle…
Are Strange Phantom Smells During Pregnancy Normal?
Are you pregnant and smelling strange things that no one else can smell? You may be suffering from phantosmia (olfactory hallucinations.) Some women find that they can smell strong odors such as smoke, urine or food. Sometimes a real smell,…
Can I Visit A Haunted House During Pregnancy?
With Halloween approaching, many people are preparing for fun activities such as pumpkin carving, trick or treating and… haunted houses. But during pregnancy, is it safe to visit a haunted house? The answer actually depends on YOU, and if YOU personally…
Can You Feel or Hear Baby’s Heartbeat Through Your Belly or Neck?
Your baby’s heart begins to form approximately three weeks after conception. Starting from the fourth week, your baby’s heartbeat can be detected transvaginally. Starting from 12th week your doctor can detect a baby’s heart beating via a Doppler device, although many doctors…