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Why Should You Do a NIPT Test During Pregnancy? NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) is a safe and simple blood test that screens for specific genetic conditions in a fetus. It can be done as early as 10 weeks into pregnancy. Top Reasons to Do a NIPT Test 1. Early Detection of Genetic Conditions NIPT screens for chromosomal conditions such as: Down syndrome (Trisomy 21) Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18) P...
Understanding the Rh Factor in Pregnancy What Is the Rh Factor? The Rh factor is a protein found on the surface of red blood cells. If your blood has this protein, you are Rh-positive. If not, you are Rh-negative. Both are completely normal and have no impact on your general health—but it can affect pregnancy. Why Does It Matter in Pregnancy? If an Rh-negative mother is carrying an Rh-positive ba...
12 Weeks Pregnant – What to Expect What’s Happening in Your Body Many moms feel a bit of relief as morning sickness starts to ease for some. Energy levels may slowly start to come back. Your uterus is expanding and may start to rise above your pubic bone. You might notice a small bump starting to show. Hormone shifts continue, which can still cause bloating, emotional ups and downs, or breast tenderness. ...
10 Weeks Pregnant – What to Expect What’s Happening in Your Body Hormone levels (like hCG and progesterone) are still high, so you may still feel nauseous, bloated, or moody. Your uterus is expanding, and your waistline may start to thicken, even if you’re not visibly showing yet. You may notice more vaginal discharge (milky white and mild-smelling—called leukorrhea). Fatigue is common, as your body works overtim...
%uD83D%uDCC5 What Is a Dating Scan? A dating scan is your first pregnancy ultrasound, usually done between 8 and 12 weeks, to confirm how far along you are and estimate your due date. %uD83E%uDDED What Does It Check? %u2705 Confirms the pregnancy is in the uterus %u2705 Checks how many babies you’re carrying %u2705 Measures the baby (crown-rump length) to estimate gestational age %u2705 Detects the heart...
6 Weeks Pregnant – What to Expect %uD83E%uDD30 What’s Happening in Your Body Hormones like hCG, estrogen, and progesterone are rising quickly—this supports your pregnancy but can cause symptoms. You may feel more tired, bloated, or moody. Morning sickness (nausea, with or without vomiting) often starts around now. Your breasts might feel sore, swollen, or tingly. You may need to pee more often. Some women h...
Caring for your newborn's umbilical cord stump might sound a bit scary, but it's easier than you think! %uD83D%uDE0A Here's a quick guide to help you through it: %uD83D%uDC76 **What is the Umbilical Stump?** * It's the small piece of the umbilical cord left on your baby's belly after birth. It usually dries up and falls off on its own within 1 to 3 weeks.* It will change from a yellowish color to brown/black as it dries out – this is normal. %uD83D%uDEC1 **How...
Blocked Tear Ducts in Babies (Sticky Eye) %uD83D%uDE15If your baby's eye is always watery or has yellowish crust, it might be a blocked tear duct. Don't worry – it's common and usually harmless! %uD83D%uDE0A Here's what to know: %uD83D%uDC49 What is it? A blocked tear duct happens when the ...
%uD83C%uDF21%uFE0F Heat Rash in Newborns (Prickly Heat) Heat rash, also called prickly heat or miliaria, is a common and harmless skin condition in babies—especially in hot or humid weather or if a baby is overdressed. %uD83D%uDC76 What Does Heat Rash Look Like? - Tiny red or pink bumps on the skin - Common in skin folds, neck, back, chest, armpits, or diaper area - May cause mild itching or discomfort -...
%uD83D%uDC76 Milia in Newborns – What You Should Know Milia are tiny white or yellowish bumps that commonly appear on a newborn’s face. They are harmless, painless, and go away on their own—no treatment needed! %uD83C%uDF1F What Are Milia? - Small, white or yellowish bumps (1–2 mm) - Usually seen on the nose, cheeks, forehead, or chin - Common in 40–50% of newborns %uD83E%uD...
