The ages in this time-line refer to the age of the foetus, and not the length of the pregnancy; in other words, 40 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual cycle. So, you may be 10 weeks when the embryo is 8 weeks old.
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Your baby’s brain
It is really fascinating how each human being are different. Everyone has their own way of doing and thinking. This all to thank to your brain. The brain is the fastest growing organ and never sleeps. Lets explore how the baby’s brain develop…
You and your newborn baby
Consider the fact, that you will be spending all your time with your newborn baby and that every baby has their own unique entities and characteristics, things like the shape of their ears, hands and feet.
Immunization
Immunization is an important means of protecting your child/baby from certain “life-threatening” illnesses.
When to call a doctor during pregnancy?
Call your doctor….Although you experience a multitude of tweaks and twingles during your pregnancy, there are a few symptoms that need investigation by your caregiver. The rule is………… when in doubt, PICK UP THE PHONE and
16 Tips for better labour
Understanding the pain Having a baby uses so many parts of your body. The process involves stretching and opening of the cervix. During contraction there is a temporary lack of oxygen which causes the nerve endings in the uterus to become very “noisy” The pelvic floor muscles and perineum also contain nerve endings and pain …
Preparing for Birth
Prepare for the birth of your baby, find out what you need to get ready and what is inside your labour bag!
Stages of Pregnancy – 3rd & final Trimester
Third and final trimester. Revel in your pregnancy as much as you can, because when you look back you’ll find it amazing how quickly it all slipped by.
Stages of Pregnancy – 2nd Trimester
If you got this far the risk of a miscarriage diminishes. Find out what happens in the second trimester. Pregnancy stages