First Pregnancy - The Story

Executive summary about first pregnancy by Declan Tobin

By now mother’s breast have swelled and are sensitive as milk glands multiply. Your uterus is putting pressure on your bladder so be prepared for frequent visits to the ladies.

In first pregnancy morning sickness will ease and your blood volume may increase by 40 to 50% resulting in prominent veins mostly on the tummy, breasts and legs.

The most critical part of the baby's development is over. The vocal cords develop and the baby’s facial features are beginning to look more human. The intestines move further into the baby’s body, the liver begins to secrete bile and the pancreas produces insulin. The baby is about 3 to 4 inches long and is beginning to practice inhaling and exhaling movements. By now first pregnancy hormones are leveling off. A fine hair called Lanugo is growing all over it’s body.

Your uterus is now ascending above your hipbones and your doctor will begin to measure “fundal height” to make sure your baby is growing adequately. The baby’s heart is pumping as much as 25 quarts of blood per day. The reflexes are in place as the baby sucks, swallows and blinks. "Meconium" the baby’s first bowel movement is accumulating within the bowel. If you feel jerky movements this could be due to the baby hiccupping. Average weight gain for mum is between 5 and 10 pounds at this point.

Remember you cannot prevent stretch marks but oils and lotions may help ease the discomfort of dry itchy skin. Also drinking plenty of water will help hydrate dry skin.

Drink plenty of water and eat a lot of fibre rich foods or take some fibre supplements, this should ease constipation.

Overcome The Symptoms In The First Trimester Of Your Pregnancy
Executive summary about first pregnancy by Adwina Jackson

You'll experience unexpected, remarkable changes in your body. In general, first pregnancy is divided into three trimesters. Enjoy.

1. Morning sickness - Nausea and vomiting are two common symptoms of early pregnancy. Hot drinks, crackers, and fresh fruits are great choices for relieving them.
2. Frequent urination - The growing of uterus causes some pressure on your bladder.
3. Increased craving - Acquire nutritious and balanced food intake.
4. Bad moods - The change of hormones in your body causes your moods to switch as well. Mild exercises can help your moods. Ask your pregnancy condition to your obgyn. Read also lots of information about pregnancy.

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