High blood sugar is a common problem in a vulnerable group of women during pregnancy. About 10% of pregnant women in Sri Lanka develop high blood sugar during their pregnancy. This is mainly due to the increased production of hormones in the body. These hormones…
When you are pregnant you should always anticipate problems which may arise due to pregnancy. More than one baby can develop inside the womb, and most commonly two babies develop inside the womb. If the two babies develop from a single egg, they are called…
Increased blood pressure in a pregnant woman who had a normal blood pressure before becoming pregnant is due to the complex process of the placenta getting laid in the walls of the womb. It’s astonishing for a mother to have a high blood pressure, but…
When you become pregnant weight gain is normal. You will gain roughly around 10-11 kgs. The baby and placenta may contribute about 4-5 kgs. Deposition of fat in breasts, maternal tissue may cause about 4kg weight gain, while the remaining weight will be from the water…
Now that you and your partner have decided to welcome a new member to your family there are many things to think about and prepare to. But how do you know exactly is you have conceived? This article will help you identify certain signs/symptoms that…
You might face one or more issue during pregnancy. It can all be attributed to the physical changes to your body which you will go through for more than 10 months. Some complications can be minor and can be controlled well, while some are more…
There are several symptoms that could mean you are pregnant, but it is important to perform formal tests to eliminate any doubt. After properly being prepared and councelled for pregnancy, establishing that you are pregnant is very important. Early diagnosis of pregnancy is vital as…
As it becomes closer to delivering your baby in the third trimester, mothers should be extra vigilant about the babies movements. Also be alert for any discharges from the vagina or bleeding from the vagina. Your doctor will check whether the baby’s growth is satisfactory…
Baby’s development In the first trimester babies vital organs and the placenta which supports the baby inside the mother’s womb are formed. The Placenta also produced various hormones, which is necessary for pregnancy and will also results in some of the symptoms of pregnancy. Changes…