Smart ways to calm and comfort your child
When a child is lonely, discouraged, or sad, it can be tough knowing the right words to say to calm or comfort
Your baby is starting to gain a lot of weight and is about the size of a large mango. The baby is about 11.38 inches and weighs about 1.10 pounds.
Linea Nigra: Linea nigra is the dark line that runs between your belly button and pubic area. This happens due to the same pregnancy hormones causing other skin discolorations around your body. These skin changes will disappear in a few months after delivery.
Braxton Hicks Contractions: You may feel irregular and less painful contractions as your uterus becomes tight and prepares for labor. These miniature contractions are perfectly normal at this point of your pregnancy. They normally disappear when you change positions. Call your doctor if contractions persist.
Bleeding Gums: If you have you noticed your gums bleeding after brushing, it could be pregnancy gingivitis. Pregnancy hormones can make your teeth more vulnerable to plaque, leaving you with swollen, bleeding gums.
Heartburn & Indigestion: Heartburn occurs when stomach acids move upwards to the esophagus. This happens due to the relaxation of the valve between the stomach and esophagus. Indigestion occurs due to the relaxed digestive system caused by pregnancy hormones.
Breathlessness: You may have trouble breathing freely. This happens as your baby grows and your uterus expands, other organs will get compressed to make room for her.
Backache: Backache is a chronic symptom of pregnancy. This happens because your growing baby puts a lot of pressure on your inner muscles.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): If you feel pain or burning sensation while urinating, it could be due to UTI. The other symptoms of UTI are foul-smelling urine, pain in the pubic area, blood in the urine, and frequent urination. Fever and chills may also accompany the condition. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids to help flush the infection out.
Increased Appetite: Your appetite increases a lot in this week. You will feel a lot hungrier because your baby is growing and demands more nourishment. Eat small meals whenever you are hungry.
Bloating And Constipation: Bloating occurs as the progesterone hormone relaxes the gastrointestinal tract, causing slowing of the digestive process. This also results in constipation in half the pregnant women. This is a normal and ongoing pregnancy symptom.
Hemorrhoids: Hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy, and almost half of the pregnant women get hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are swollen, inflamed, and bulging veins in the rectum and anus. They can cause discomfort, itching, pain, and bleeding. An increased volume of the blood during pregnancy can cause veins to swell and enlarge. The expanding uterus also puts pressure on the veins in the rectum. Constipation can worsen hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids usually improve after giving birth.
Tingling Hands: You may feel numbness, tingling sensation, and pain in the wrists. This is the symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome. This happens due to pressure exerted by swelling in your by on the nerves of the wrists.
Protruding Belly Button: If you have an innie belly button, it may pop up during pregnancy. This happens due to your expanding belly. It is normal and will go back inside after delivery.
Swollen Legs And Feet: You may notice swelling of your feet and ankles. This happens because of poor blood circulation in your legs. This can also happen due to excess fluid retention in your body. This is normal, and there is no cause for worry. Avoiding standing or sitting for long periods of time and popping your feet up high will help.
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