This is the final stage of embryo development, the baby’s cardiovascular system begins to work actively, and the brain develops at an incredibly high speed. However, it is still very difficult to identify…
The 9th week of pregnancy is often the 7th week from conception, that means the 7th week of your baby’s life inside you. As it is sometimes difficult to determine the exact date of fertilization, it can be also…
In normal child-bearing the placenta is usually near the top of your uterus or closer to the back wall. Such a location on the top and back walls protects it from accidental injury.…
The diet of pregnant women (as well as of women planning pregnancy) should only consist of natural foods, fruits and vegetables. Avoid eating foods with E-additives. Some of these additives are…
The 8th week of obstetric pregnancy corresponds to the sixth embryonic week. If to talk in months, it’s the end of the second month. At this time, most women already know about their…
Childbearing is quite a serious test for a mother’s body. She experiences both internal and external changes during 9 months. The constantly increasing weight, increasing chest and stomach…
There are no rigid rules on the number of ultrasounds during pregnancy. Additional scanning must be done if there is a suspicion that a fetus has some abnormalities. Ultrasonography is recognized as the safest and most…
Sonography or Ultrasound Examination — is a diagnostic technique. It is generally used in all branches of medicine, including obstetrics. Ultrasound is the most secure and cost-effective method for diagnosing pregnancy and identification of various…
The 7th obstetric week of pregnancy corresponds to the fifth week of your baby’s life inside you. During this period, hormonal changes continue and pregnancy symptoms become more pronounced.…