Various changes increase the likelihood of UTIs, or urinary tract infections, during pregnancy. The first change is hormonal. During pregnancy, your urine is more concentrated with sugar, protein, and hormones. The other change is your growing uterus. As the uterus expands, it presses on your …
5 Common Prenatal Infections
Prenatal infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, or other microorganisms that enter the body through the mother's vagina or cervix. These infections can occur at any time during pregnancy, but some are more likely to happen early on. Most women don't realize that they can get …
Difference Between Morning Sickness and Hyperemesis Gravidarum
In many pregnancies, morning sickness is one of the earliest signs. It's a normal, harmless condition that affects around 70% of pregnant women. However, there is an extreme form of morning sickness called hyperemesis gravidarum. Around 0.5-2% of pregnant women experience it. This condition can …