Are you anxiously awaiting your baby's first kick? Or are you concerned that baby should be moving by now? Or do you have a leaping leprechaun in your belly and wondering if that is normal? Fetal movement varies from pregnancy to pregnancy. However, there are certain expectations given for all babies Second Trimester
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Fetal Movements: How often and when should my baby move?
By Teresa Redmond
Are you anxiously awaiting your baby's first kick? Or are you concerned that baby should be moving by now? Or do you have a leaping leprechaun in your belly and wondering if that is normal? Fetal movement varies from pregnancy to pregnancy. However, there are certain expectations given for all babies Round Ligament Pain in Pregnancy
By JustMommies staff
Ouch! What was that? You feel a sharp, shooting pain in your abdomen. You may wonder if this is the start of labor or perhaps your baby kicked you real hard. Whatever it was, you hope it goes away. This sharp shooting pain is most likely the result of round ligament pain. Round ligament pain is a common
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Shortness of Breath During Pregnancy
By JustMommies staff
As your pregnancy progresses, you may find yourself short of breath. Shortness of breath typically begins before the twentieth week of pregnancy and continues into the third trimester. You may find you have to rest more frequently during physical activity. Shortness of breath during pregnancy is usually
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Fundal Height
By JustMommies staff
What exactly is a fundus and how is fundal height measured? If you've heard these words during your pregnancy, you might have asked these questions. Fundal height is useful in assessing fetal growth and development. Too high of a measurement and you could be having twins(or other fetal growth problems).
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Swelling During Pregnancy
By JustMommies staff
As you reach your second trimester, you may be starting to notice swelling of your feet and ankles. Edema is the medical term for swelling and primarily occurs in the lower extremities during pregnancy, but sometimes in the fingers and hands as well. While it is expected to have some swelling during
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Leukorrhea: What Is It, What Does It Mean?
By Laura Leavitt
This discharge is usually a symptom. Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy
By JustMommies staff
Hemorrhoids are varicose veins of the rectum. During pregnancy, your growing baby puts pressure on these veins causing them to expand and dilate. You may notice hemorrhoids during pregnancy or sometimes they will make their appearance during the pushing phase of labor. Hemorrhoids can be irritating,
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Back Pain in Pregnancy
By JustMommies staff
Back pain is very common during pregnancy. The curvature of your spine and your center of gravity shift as you baby and belly grow bigger. These changes put stress on your back leading to pain and discomfort. Using good postore and keeping to a sensible weight gain can help prevent backache. What can
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Bleeding Gums During Pregnancy
By Laura Leavitt
This might be an annoying symptom you didn't expect. Fighting Pregnancy Fatigue
By Laura Leavitt
When you feel exhausted all the time, listen to your body! 
