Latest Articles about Pregnancy
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This is usually one of the most magical moments of pregnancy. In ultrasound exams, we can see the baby inside the womb. And when we see, we know the baby is really there and the pregnancy is real. Over... Continue ReadingThis is usually one of the most magical... Continue Reading
In my grandmother's time, the postpartum diet for women who had just given birth was mainly based on a lot of chicken broth and sweet corn pudding. It was said these foods increased milk production, but... Continue ReadingIn my grandmother's time, the postpartum... Continue Reading
As soon as we find out we’re pregnant, it’s perfectly normal to be super curious and concerned about the size and weight of the fetus during pregnancy, always wanting to make sure everything’s okay at every prenatal visit... Continue ReadingAs soon as we find out we’re pregnant, it’s perfectly... Continue Reading
The other day, wandering through Facebook, I saw a photo of a 10-year-old girl with a little baby bump that read: I Love My Baby. Honestly, it was shocking—after all, she is even younger than my eldest daughter... Continue ReadingThe other day, wandering through Facebook,... Continue Reading
We often see in movies, soap operas, or even with a friend or close relative, that the water breaks and, right away, labor begins. But things don't always happen as expected. Some surprises may occur,... Continue ReadingWe often see in movies, soap operas, or... Continue Reading
Recently, Simony gave birth to Antony, her fourth child! Simony is the mother of Ryan, Aisha, and Pietra, and for all her deliveries she underwent a C-section. Antony was born on October 25th at Pró Matre... Continue ReadingRecently, Simony gave birth to Antony, her... Continue Reading
I think a lot of people know the show I Didn't Know I Was Pregnant on Discovery Woman, but even before it aired I had already witnessed a case and I had already heard of one in the family. Well, the first... Continue ReadingI think a lot of people know the show I... Continue Reading
Moms dream about this moment, the baby shower! Well, organizing a baby shower these days is much easier. In the past, it was done only with women and there was a tradition of guessing what the gift was... Continue ReadingMoms dream about this moment, the baby shower!... Continue Reading
Expectant moms and mommies-to-be! Shall we talk about placental grading? I think almost everyone has heard that the placenta is the organ responsible for nourishing the baby inside the mother's uterus.... Continue ReadingExpectant moms and mommies-to-be! Shall... Continue Reading
Whenever a baby was born around here, my mother was called to help “heal” the belly button and of course, as I always loved newborn babies, I would go along! I saw my mother healing with adhesive tape,... Continue ReadingWhenever a baby was born around here, my... Continue Reading
For those who have been trying to get pregnant for some time and start to feel some different things, it is natural to take a test. Many women buy a pharmacy test and then a faint positive result appears.... Continue ReadingFor those who have been trying to get pregnant... Continue Reading
One of my worries during pregnancy was medication. When we are pregnant, our immune system becomes very sensitive. Pregnancy lowers immunity because it demands so much from a woman’s body. Well, it's no... Continue ReadingOne of my worries during pregnancy was medication.... Continue Reading
Women experience pains unique to them, from menstrual cramps to pregnancy pains. Pregnant women, especially first-time moms, may feel scared by some of these pains during this time. But not all pain during... Continue ReadingWomen experience pains unique to them, from... Continue Reading
Spinal anesthesia might seem like a huge and scary thing to some moms-to-be, but honestly, it’s not all that. Nowadays, with advances in medicine, anesthetics are more tailored and comfortable for use. Additionally,... Continue ReadingSpinal anesthesia might seem like a huge... Continue Reading
Humanized birth has recently been approved for the SUS! And this is a great victory. On September 25, the bill was passed that allows humanized birth to reach maternity hospitals and birthing... Continue ReadingHumanized birth has recently been approved... Continue Reading
Yes, ladies, when we get pregnant we already want to know the baby's sex right away! Throw the first stone if you haven't been at least a bit curious to know your baby's sex straight away, immediately!!... Continue ReadingYes, ladies, when we get pregnant we already... Continue Reading
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Ladies, you all know how much I love the world of motherhood. It’s no wonder I created Trocando Fraldas (now Famivita Contents), right? I’ve already talked here about the 5 most beautiful natural births on... Continue ReadingLadies, you all know how much I love the... Continue Reading
Your 37th week begins
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During pregnancy, a lot of care is needed and one of the biggest concerns is urinary tract infection. A urinary tract infection during pregnancy can be scary and cause pain for the pregnant woman. What... Continue ReadingDuring pregnancy, a lot of care is needed... Continue Reading
Have you ever heard of the mucus plug?1 It may have a funny name, but it is an important pregnancy event that most of us only learn about when we get pregnant for the first time. If you've never heard... Continue ReadingHave you ever heard of the mucus plug?1... Continue Reading
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