The Final Trimester - an exciting yet a period filled with apprehensive thoughts

		Biophysical Profile
		Also known as BPP, this is a non-invasive procedure that evaluates baby's well being with the aid of a nonstress test combined with an ultrasound. Again, this test is conducted in the later part of pregnancy to check on baby's well-being especially.. Read More

		Group B streptococcus (GBS)
		GBS as this infection is commonly known is caused by a naturally occurring bacterium that sometimes makes the genitals its home. Usually it is symptom-free as no symptoms manifest and generally it causes no harm to the mother.. Read More

		Breech Baby
		A breech presentation is quite common in the early months of pregnancy as there is plenty of room for the fetus to swim around. A very good percentage of babies present in the normal head down position (vertex) at the onset of labor.. Read More

		Preterm Premature Rupture of Membrane (PPROM)
		If the amniotic membranes rupture before week 37, it is considered to be preterm premature rupture of the membranes or PPROM. An uncontrollable gush or gradual leak of liquid occurs before the onset of labor, in some cases much before baby reaches term.. Read More

		Incompetent Cervical Syndrome
		Also referred to as cervical insufficiency, this condition is thankfully uncommon but its still good to know about it . The diagnosis almost never happens in the first pregnancy until the mother miscarries. Cervical insufficiency is a sure suspect in situations where.. Read More

		Contraction Stress Test
		Fetal movements translate to fetal well-being. Of course there are times when the fetus is not active and this does not necessarily imply that the fetus is in trouble. For instance it is normal for the fetus to move less towards the end of the term because there is less room for movement.. Read More

		What is Mucus Plug
		One sure sign that labor is on the way is when you lose the mucus plug. Tinged with blood or clear in color, the mucus on your underpants in the last weeks describes this plug. The thick mucus has been blocking the opening to the cervix for a while now.. Read More

		The Overdue Baby
		Impatience, anticipation multiplies as the agitated mother (understandably so!) waits for her bundle to arrive. In such cases, pregnancy seems to almost go on forever, especially when it crosses the 40th week. Almost 10% of first time pregnancies result in babies being born two weeks later than the due date.. Read More

Baby On the way!

		Pain Relief during Labor
		Every labor and delivery is different, and so is the pain threshold - what is bearable for one woman may be intolerable for another. You cannot predict which way your labor is going to go but you can certainly choose.. Read More

		Exercising SAFELY during Pregnancy
		Most exercises are considered safe during pregnancy with some exceptions. Any exercise that can pose a problem to the abdominal region should be avoided.. Read More


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