First Trimester Pregnancy

Bleeding in the First Trimester

A review of the various causes of bleeding during the first trimester of pregnancy.

First Trimester: How Big Is Your Baby?

Your little one is at the beginning of her long and exciting journey of growth and development. Curious about just how big she is today? Track ... Read More

Hormones During the First Trimester of Pregnancy

Now that you're pregnant your hormones seem to be going crazy! This overview will help explain the biological reasons behind your surging ... Read More

Spotting During Pregnancy

Although very scary, especially for a first-time mom-to-be, spotting is fairly common in pregnancy, especially during the first ... Read More

The Pregnant Nose Knows: Dealing with Your Super Sense of Smell

Does the thought of stepping into the kitchen make your stomach turn? Are you suddenly nauseated by your favorite lotion? Pregnancy does ... Read More

Anatomy of a Fetus: In The Beginning

There are many changes that make us human--and very early on. But there is another forking of the road as well. As humans, we also differentiate ... Read More

Bleeding with First Baby Ups Health Risks in Future Pregnancies

If you're having first trimester bleeding and are a first-time mom-to-be, this may mean it will happen again with your second pregnancy. ... Read More

Choosing an OB-GYN or Midwife

Finding a great obstetric provider takes time and research, and may seem overwhelming. Here's an in-depth look at the angles to consider when ... Read More

Do You Know Your Pregnancy Vocabulary, Dads-to-be?

One of the more daunting challenges for a soon-to-be father is mastering a new vocabulary. Distinguishing engagement from engorgement, ... Read More

How to Choose the Best Doctor for You

Thinking about starting a family? One of the most important first steps is seeing a physician to assess your current health. Find out how to ... Read More

Is It Acid Reflux?

Is your child suddenly not interested in eating? Does your infant seem uncomfortable after a big feeding? And are you fighting nighttime ... Read More

Light Drinking in Early Pregnancy May Be a Benefit to Children

Alcohol in early pregnancy may not be such a bad thing.

Morning Sickness May Signal a Healthy Pregnancy

Morning sickness getting you down? That may be a good thing!

Poll: Sex during the first trimester is (or was) ...

How do you—or did you—feel about sex during your first trimester? Take our poll!

Poll: The first trimester of your pregnancy is (or was) ...

Some Moms-to-be breeze through their first three months of pregnancy, while others barely make it through each day. How do you measure up ... Read More