Fertility Q&A

Pregnancy - Week 32

You may experience increased swelling in your feet and ankles, this is a common issue. Ways to decrease the swelling and to feel more comfortable are:  Elevate Your Feet: Keep your feet elevated ...

Pregnancy - Week 27

Your baby is about the size of a cauliflower, and by week 28 they’re about the size of an eggplant. Your baby is growing in size very quickly! The fat on their body continues to develop (and will t...

Pregnancy - Week 26

As you approach your third trimester, it’s a good time to start thinking about life after your baby arrives. Here are a few important things to explore, and start preparing for, in the coming weeks...

Your health and your relationship with your baby at 24 weeks of pregnancy

If you haven’t already started speaking, singing, or reading to your baby, this is a great time to do so! This is a good time to start planning your nursery space (if you haven’t already). Many wom...

Your health at 22 weeks of pregnancy

At 22 weeks, you might start to feel the occasional Braxton Hicks contractions—your body’s way of practicing for the real thing! These "practice" contractions are usually irregular, mild, and painl...

Pregnancy - Week 20

Congratulations—you’ve hit the halfway mark! As you look ahead, this is the perfect time to start exploring different birthing methods to see what resonates with you. From hypnobirthing to Lamaze o...

Your health and your relationship with your baby at 18 weeks of pregnancy

This is about the time when your baby starts being able to hear sounds from outside of your body, including your voice. This is a great time to start reading, singing, or even just talking to your...

Your health at 16 weeks of pregnancy

You might be noticing some changes in your skin right about now. Many women experience the famous “pregnancy glow,” thanks to increased blood flow and hormonal changes. On the flip side, you could ...

Your health at 14 weeks of pregnancy

Good news you may start to notice that your energy levels are improving; and maybe your morning sickness is subsiding. As part of your self-care routine focus on gentle stretching and exercises tha...

Pregnancy - Week 13

At 13-14 weeks, your baby is about the size of a lemon. Your baby is still rapidly growing and developing. Around this time, the eyes move to their final position on the face. Fingernails and toena...