During my first pregnancy, my prenatal care was provided for by a midwife, backed by two male obstetrician/gynecologists. This continued through birth, though three prenatal visits were with either of the male ob/gyns. But those were only routine appointments, like checking the heartbeat of the baby, my blood pressure and a urine test. But most of the time, the care I received was through the midwife. This time, my ob/gyns are the same providers as during my first pregnancy. However, the midwife that I liked is no longer there. I found out they don’t have midwives there anymore. And I never...

This week appointment was all good. My blood pressure was ok. My weight and measurements are rapidly going up. The doctor said, “I am doing good”, so I guess I won’t worry about it. I’ve gained 37 pounds so far, which seems like an awful a lot to me. The baby is growing so fast that has no where to go but out. Most of my maternity clothes are tighter now but no way to spend another penny on maternity clothes. I am still dreaming about going back my old figure. *wink* For some reason, I am hoping the baby will come early maybe on late of September. This month, my appointment is every ...

I went in for my first prenatal check-up yesterday morning. It was first because I was out of the country before knowing I am pregnant. My BP and the baby’s heartbeat are normal. Weight was good, I gained but I didn’t put up a lot of weight compare from my first pregnancy. The Doctor said everything is looking good. This was a marathon appointment including blood test for diabetes during pregnancy, urinary test, complete physical with Pap smear and breast exam. We will go back on Thursday for 2D Ultrasound to check the growth of the baby including the 4D ultrasound too. My next appointm...

The choice of variety of food is very natural and common part of pregnancy. Pregnancy cravings are a little strange too. And also, this is the time when you can eat anything to satisfy your food cravings. I have to say that my first pregnancy cravings have not been too strange and weird. Morning sickness was not the problem of mine. I loved to eat anything. I have to admit, my pregnancy hormones are making me easier. In majority, pregnant women have the strong desire for sour delicacies, all they wanted is sour with their foods. To satisfy the cravings; by eating pickles, sour candies and sa...