Pregnancy trimesters

One of the first things that a woman wants to know when she gets that plus sign on the home pregnancy test is what to expect during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a very exciting time, where a lot of changes will be taking place in woman’s body as her baby grows and develops in preparation for birth.     The first trimester of pregnancy Pregnancy is broken down into three trimesters. In the first trimester of pregnancy, the little one transforms from a blastocyst that is just a cluster of cells into a fetus that resembles a tiny human being. As the baby grows, the...

Second trimester of pregnancy

Congratulations on your pregnancy!  If you are 12 weeks pregnant, you are reaching the end of your first trimester and entering your second trimester.  For many women, this is when they breathe a sigh of relief.  The second trimester of pregnancy is when you are going to notice the most change in your body and you are going to start to feel your baby move.  You will start to round out in your mid section and you will have to start wearing maternity clothes if you aren’t already.  Your obstetrician will probably suggest that you start eating an extra 250-300 calories...