Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a magical journey filled with anticipation, joy, and yes—a fair amount of dietary confusion! As both a mother of five and a midwife with over two decades of…
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Managing Back Pain in the Second Trimester
The second trimester is often called the "honeymoon phase" of pregnancy—morning sickness subsides, energy returns, and you're not yet carrying the full weight of a third-trimester belly. However, for many…
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Physical Changes to Expect During the Second Trimester
The second trimester of pregnancy is often called the "golden period" for good reason. As someone who's not only guided thousands of women through pregnancy as a midwife but also…
When Your Taste Buds Go Rogue: Tips for Managing Food Aversions and Cravings
There I was, six weeks pregnant with my third child, standing in the kitchen as my husband cooked his specialty pasta sauce—a meal I normally adored. Suddenly, the smell hit…
Worried in the First Trimester? Here’s What’s Normal and What’s Not
Those first 12 weeks of pregnancy can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. One minute you're over the moon with excitement, and the next, you're worrying about every twinge and symptom.…
Pregnancy Mood Swings? You’re Not Alone—Here’s What Helped Me Cope
The moment my fourth pregnancy test showed positive, I burst into tears of joy. Twenty minutes later, I snapped at my husband for loading the dishwasher "the wrong way." By…