Posted on 25 Nov 2024 in Ultrasound

The chances of having twins are about 1 in 250 pregnancies. However, there are some factors that may increase the likelihood, including: Age Women who are over 35 are more likely to have non-identical twins because they are more likely to release more than one egg during ovulation...

Posted on 25 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) during pregnancy   Symptoms Pain or burning when urinating, urinating more frequently, cloudy urine, fever, pain in the upper back   ...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Yes, mild itching in pregnancy is normal in most cases. It's also common – up to 20% of women have itchy skin during pregnancy. You may feel especially itchy around your belly and breasts as your skin stretches to accommodate their growth. (And yes, that includes itchy nipples, which are also common during pregnancy.) Dry skin and hormonal changes may contribute to extra itchiness. In the winter, indoor heating can exacerbate it...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Yes, mild itching in pregnancy is normal in most cases. It's also common – up to 20% of women have itchy skin during pregnancy. You may feel especially itchy around your belly and breasts as your skin stretches to accommodate their growth. (And yes, that includes itchy nipples, which are also common during pregnancy.) Dry skin and hormonal changes may contribute to extra itchiness. In the winter, indoor heating can exacerbate it...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Yes, mild itching in pregnancy is normal in most cases. It's also common – up to 20% of women have itchy skin during pregnancy. You may feel especially itchy around your belly and breasts as your skin stretches to accommodate their growth. (And yes, that includes itchy nipples, which are also common during pregnancy.) Dry skin and hormonal changes may contribute to extra itchiness. In the winter, indoor heating can exacerbate it...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

One possible cause of bloating during pregnancy is hormonal fluctuation. Pregnancy hormones relax the womb, and the digestive muscles also relax, slowing digestion. This can lead to constipation, a ...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a pregnancy complication that causes severe nausea and vomiting that lasts for more than a few days:  ...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Mood Swings during pregnancy. Yes, mood swings are a normal part of pregnancy. They can be caused by hormonal changes, fatigue, physical stresses, and other factors:   Hormones: Pregnancy hormones like estrogen and progesterone fluctuate, whi...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

Linea Nigra in pregnancy. The linea nigra is a dark vertical line that appears on the stomach during pregnancy. It's also known as the "pregnancy line". Here are some things to know about the linea nigra: ...

Posted on 20 Nov 2024 in Pregnancy

  Vivid dreams during pregnancy are normal and healthy, and are often caused by hormonal changes, increased blood flow, and heightened emotions. Other factors that can contribute to vivid dreams during pregnancy include:   ...