Personalized Pregnancy Tracking The Due Date Plus app (represented by top apps like Pregnancy+ and similar platforms) is designed to be a comprehensive companion for expectant mothers, offering tools and information to help you stay informed, organized, and connected during your pregnancy journey. Key Features for Monitoring Health Accurate Due Date CalculatorEnter your last menstrual … Read more
The Postpartum Period: What to Expect The postpartum period—sometimes called the “fourth trimester”—starts right after childbirth and generally lasts up to 12 weeks, though for many women, recovery and adjustment continue much longer. During this time, your body is healing from pregnancy and birth, and you are navigating new challenges as a parent. Physical and … Read more
Essential Nutrients and Foods to Emphasize Fruits and VegetablesAim for a variety of colorful produce daily. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which support digestion and overall health. They are especially important for supplying vitamin C and folate. ProteinProtein supports your baby’s tissue and organ development. Include lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, … Read more
When to Start Preparing Begin your preparations in the third trimester, ideally by 35–36 weeks, so you’re ready no matter when labor begins. Babies don’t always arrive on schedule, so it’s best to be prepared early. Hospital Bag Checklist For Mom For Baby For Partner/Support Person Organize Important Documents and Plans Plan Transportation and Backup … Read more
Understanding Preterm Birth Preterm birth, defined as delivery before 37 weeks of pregnancy, can carry significant health risks for both mother and baby. While not all cases are preventable, many situations can be managed to help reduce the likelihood of early labor. Expecting mothers can take proactive steps based on medical guidance and lifestyle adjustments. … Read more
The Three Trimesters Pregnancy is typically divided into three trimesters, each marked by distinct developmental milestones for both the mother and baby. First Trimester (Week 1–12) Second Trimester (Week 13–27) Third Trimester (Week 28–Birth) Key Pregnancy Milestones Table Trimester Week Range Key Milestones First 1–12 Conception, implantation, heart starts beating, major organs form, embryo becomes … Read more