Activities For Pregnant Couples1. Plan and execute a pregnancy announcement to friends and family.2. Attend childbirth education classes together.3. Read books or articles about parenting and childbirth together.4. Take a childbirth preparation cours...

What Is Herniated Stretch Mark?Herniated stretch marks, also known as herniated striae, are a less common form of stretch marks.Stretch marks, medically known as striae, occur when the skin is stretched beyond its normal limits, causing the dermis (t...

Week 27: Welcome to the Third Trimester!Fatigue returning, stronger baby movements, and more bathroom trips. You’re 27 weeks pregnant! This marks the final week of your second trimester, and you’re about to enter the third trimester. Your baby i...

Possible Braxton Hicks contractions, back pain, and more vivid dreams.You’re 26 weeks pregnant! You’re getting closer to the third trimester, and your baby is growing fast, moving more, and preparing for life outside the womb. Your belly is expanding...

Week 25: Baby’s Hair is Growing, and You May Feel Rib Kicks!More pressure on the bladder, restless legs, and baby’s startle reflex developing. You’re 25 weeks pregnant! You’re approaching the third trimester, and your baby is growing rapidly, ki...

Week 24: Viability Milestone – Baby Has a Chance if Born Early!Belly button may pop out, digestive issues, and stronger baby kicks. You’re 24 weeks pregnant! You’re now six months along, and your baby is growing quickly, getting stronger, and pr...

Week 23: Baby’s Movements are Stronger and More Frequent!Swollen feet, backaches, and a rapidly growing baby. You’re 23 weeks pregnant! Your baby is growing quickly, getting stronger, and moving more each day. Your belly is expanding, and you mi...

Skin changes, stretch marks appearing, and baby’s lungs preparing for birth. You’re 22 weeks pregnant! You’re more than halfway through your pregnancy, and your baby is growing quickly, moving more, and developing new abilities! Your belly is ex...

Varicose veins may appear, increased appetite, and baby swallowing amniotic fluid. You’re 21 weeks pregnant! You’re now past the halfway point, and your baby is growing rapidly, moving more, and becoming stronger! You might start feeling more fr...

Week 20: Halfway Mark! Time for the Anatomy Scan!Stronger movements, possible heartburn, and growing uterus.Congratulations! You’re 20 weeks pregnant, and you’ve officially reached the halfway point of your pregnancy! Your baby is growing fast, movin...

Week 19: Halfway There Soon – Baby’s Senses Are Developing!Leg cramps, backaches, and baby’s brain forming areas for smell, taste, and hearing.You’re 19 weeks pregnant! You’re almost halfway through your pregnancy, and your baby is getting bigger, st...

Week 18: Your Baby is the Size of a Bell Pepper!Increased appetite, round ligament pain, and an active little kicker inside. You’re 18 weeks pregnant! You’re almost halfway through your pregnancy, and things are getting exciting! Your baby is gr...

Weight gain picks up, back pain, and baby practicing sucking and swallowing. You’re 17 weeks pregnant! You’re well into your second trimester, and your baby is growing stronger and more active each day. Your bump may be more noticeable, you migh...

Week 16: Tiny Kicks? Baby’s Movements Start!Flutters may be felt, growing belly, and glowing skin or pregnancy acne. You’re 16 weeks pregnant! You’re officially four months along, and your baby is growing rapidly. Your energy levels may be highe...

Week 15: Baby Can Sense Light and Develops Taste Buds!More energy, nasal congestion, and the uterus rising above the pelvic bone. You’re 15 weeks pregnant! You’re well into your second trimester, and for many moms-to-be, this is when pregnancy s...