Second Trimester

What Causes Ghost or Phantom Baby Kicks?

After baby is born, many mothers experience phantom kicks – what feels like a baby kicking in their belly, even if baby is no longer in there. So is it normal to feel as if you’ve got a whole new…

Pregnant & Can’t Sleep? | 20 Remedies For Pregnancy Insomnia

Pregnancy comes with a whole host of symptoms. Whether you can’t sleep due to braxton hicks, charlie horses, or just plain insomnia, it is no fun at all not to get a full night’s rest. If you’re suffering insomnia during…

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…

Why Do Pregnant Women Put Tape Over Their Belly Buttons?

You may have seen it in a pregnancy photo on Facebook or just randomly while browsing the internet. On a photo of a pregnant woman’s bare belly, you may see a piece of tape placed directly over their belly button.…

Are Birthing Balls Any Good? | 15 Uses for Fit/Gym Balls in Pregnancy

You may have heard about birthing balls and wondered what benefits they have and if you REALLY need one. They have dozens of benefits, during pregnancy, birth and even in the postpartum period. So without further ado, here are some…

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…