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The second trimester of pregnancy spans from week 13 to 28. It is a time when you may start to feel better, have more energy, less nausea, and you may start to feel and look more pregnant than in the first trimester. Although everyone is different, you may start to...

The first trimester of pregnancy starts with conception and ends after 12 weeks. It can often be a time when some may feel a variety of symptoms, including fatigue and nausea, but for others - they may have no symptoms at all. The first trimester is a good time to...

Iron is crucial for creating healthy red blood cells and for the production of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body. During pregnancy, the body's blood volume increases by almost 50%, diluting the red blood cells and leading to a condition known as anemia...

Ectopic Pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that implants in the wrong place, outside the uterus (womb). The most common site for an ectopic pregnancy is in the fallopian tube. The uterus is designed to expand with a growing pregnancy, but the fallopian tubes aren't. This means an ectopic...

Stillbirth A stillbirth happens with the death of a fetus over 20 weeks gestational age. It is often discovered when no fetal heartbeat is found during an exam, and often confirmed by ultrasound. The experience of stillbirth can be a very emotional and traumatic time for a birthing individual and...

You may be offered a termination for medical reasons (TFMR) if tests or ultrasounds show that your baby is not developing as expected. This may be due to a serious genetic or structural condition or may be offered if pregnancy complications put you or your baby's life at risk. Our...

Pregnant individuals are at increased risk for foodborne illnesses during pregnancy. Ensuring good food safety can help decrease the risks of foodborne illness. Pregnant individuals should avoid certain high-risk foods, including unpasturized dairy, undercooked meats, raw seafood, and specific high-mercury containing fish (i.e. swordfish, shark). Protecting oneself against harmful bacteria...

Multiple Birth: Twins, triplets or more... Multiple birth pregnancies need extra care and monitoring. There are also higher requirements for certain nutrients and calories. You may experience more nausea/morning sickness symptoms due to higher levels of pregnancy hormone. If you have severe nausea or vomiting, talk with your care provider...