Pregnancy Symptoms & Wellness
Pregnancy can cause changes in your body that may cause discomfort both before and after delivery. We can help you find remedies to pregnancy symptoms and first signs such as morning sickness, joint pain, insomnia, headaches, and constipation. Clinic Sofia anticipates that your pregnancy will be a positive experience, so we are here for you.
Read moreTrimester 1
The first trimester encompasses conception through week 12 of your pregnancy. During this stage, your caregivers offer comprehensive prenatal counseling information, non-invasive genetic screening and diagnostic testing.
Read moreMaking the Most of Your Pregnancy
Forty weeks, three trimesters, 10 fingers and 10 toes. Whether your pregnancy seems to fly by or it feels like you’ve been pregnant forever, when you make the most of your pregnancy, you will create some positive memories and move forward into labor, delivery and parenthood with a greater sense of calm and confidence.
Read moreFood Safety
Make sure your food is prepared safely to avoid foodborne illness. This is especially important for pregnant women, who are at higher risk for Listeria and parasites due to a weakened immune system. Luckily, you can take measures to keep yourself and others safe.
Read moreWhat Multiples Means for You
From 1980 to 2009, the rate of twin births increased by 76 percent, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. That means that one in about every 30 babies born in the United States is a twin. Thanks to fertility treatments and women having babies later in life, more and more women find themselves pregnant with multiples – but what does that mean for you? Whether you knew multiples were a possibility due to IVF or were completely surprised to hear two (or more) heartbeats at your first ultrasound, the following tips can help you prepare for what’s to come as a mom-to-be of multiples.
Read moreWhat Happens at a Prenatal Visit
You’ve seen the plus sign or the little blue line on the at-home pregnancy test. What’s next? It’s time to call your doctor to set up your first prenatal visit. Regular prenatal care throughout your pregnancy will focus on both health and education – for you and your growing baby.
Read morePregnancy and Sex
Sex and pregnancy can go together as well as strawberries and chocolate and wintertime and fireplaces. But it’s common to have questions and concerns about sex during pregnancy: Is it safe? Can I have sex throughout my pregnancy? And then, of course, there’s the nausea, fatigue, tender breasts and body aches to contend with. Pregnancy during sex, however, is safe for most couples, unless advised otherwise.
Read moreSummer Pregnancy Strategies
In 2010, more women in the United States gave birth in September than any other month (closely followed by August), aligning the third trimester with the hottest months of the year. And while there are many advantages to an early fall birth, being very pregnant during the summer can sometimes be a struggle.
Read moreHow to Cope with Embarrassing Pregnancy Symptoms
How to Cope with Embarrassing Pregnancy Symptoms
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