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Here we post updates on our findings and other developments on how COVID-19 affects your pregnancy and your child’s development to better your experience.
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Featured Updates
Stress, anxiety and depression associated with COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic can have serious physical and even psychological effects. Many people can experience symptoms related to stress, anxiety, and depression due to the pandemic. Click here to read more about how to adapt to difficult situations and reduce these symptoms.
Safety of vaccines during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
Many people are wondering about the safety of vaccines in pregnancy or during breastfeeding. Click “Read More” to see our compiled list of resources.
Normal physical changes to your body during pregnancy: the third trimester
You may experience most discomfort during this time as your belly gets bigger from weeks 28 to birth. Read more about the symptoms during your third trimester and how to treat them.
Normal physical changes to your body during pregnancy: the second trimester
The second trimester (weeks 13-27) is the easiest part of pregnancy - while you may start to look more pregnant, the symptoms from your first trimester may ease or disappear during this time. Read more about the symptoms during your second trimester and how to treat them.
Normal physical changes to your body during pregnancy: the first trimester
Pregnancy is a time of change and naturally, your body will also undergo many changes. Here are some common changes that can occur during your first trimester of pregnancy (weeks 1-12) and how to manage them.
Physical discomfort during pregnancy
Leg cramps, back pain, pelvic ache and hip pain, and Carpal Tunnel syndrome are all physical discomforts that could occur during your pregnancy.
Read more to learn how to avoid them and treat them during pregnancy.