During the first weeks and months of pregnancy it’s exciting to watch your belly grow. However, as your pregnancy progresses, you may notice that your belly can change in shape and size in as little as a few hours. Particularly at…
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Can Your Water Break Without Being Dilated or Effaced?
Yes, your amniotic sac can break without your cervix being dilated or effaced. Your cervix doesn’t have a direct effect on when your waters will break, although a cervical exam or stretch and sweep can increase the chance of your…
How To Tell If Your Baby has Engaged or Dropped
‘Dropping’ is the term given to the point at which a pregnant woman’s bump appears lower, usually because baby has dropped into the birth canal and engaged. Many women wonder when they should expect their belly to drop and worry…
Should You Toughen & Prepare Nipples in Pregnancy?
The simple answer? No, you should not try to toughen up your nipples during pregnancy, in preparation for breastfeeding. Why Is Nipple Toughening Bad? Older generations may advise that you should toughen your nipples with a toothbrush, washcloth…
9 Ways To Shave Your Bikini Area During Pregnancy
Many women like to be clean shaven but during pregnancy, this can present a clear challenge, especially with a big belly between you and your goal. So how do you shave during pregnancy? Here are some ideas: Ask your partner…
9 Giftless Baby Shower Ideas For a Second Baby
Baby showers are meant to be a fun social event where the soon-to-be mother has one last chance to hang out with her friends and have a good time before baby arrives. Gifts are often seen as a big part…