Category: MotherCare
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1st Trimester – Week 3
You’ve taken the first step on the path to fatherhood. Your baby is now growing in your partner’s womb, and in just a few months, you’ll be holding them in your arms. Focus on creating a stable, supportive environment for your partner. Don’t hesitate to visit the doctor soon to ensure everything is progressing well…
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2nd Trimester – week 21
You’re part of this journey too, and your support makes a big difference. Children are very sensitive to tension, even if they don’t understand what’s being said. So, you must learn how to deal wisely with disputes in front of your baby. Here are some tips:
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2nd Trimester – week 21
Your baby is growing rapidly at 21 weeks. He measures around 21.6 cm to 26.7 cm from head to toe and weighs approximately 300 grams. That’s about the size of a carrot. Baby Development
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2nd Trimester – week 21
How are you feeling now? At 21 weeks pregnant, you may have difficulty with your movement. You might notice discomfort in your lower back, especially after standing for a long time or sitting incorrectly. This is a normal response as your body adjusts to pregnancy. As your bump grows, your balance is affected. Your center…
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1st Trimester – Week 6
How long have you been waiting to hear your baby’s heartbeat? We’re happy to tell you that this might be the moment! Around this time, you may be able to hear your baby’s heartbeat during an ultrasound. While we know you’re excited, if there are no symptoms or medical concerns requiring an early scan, many…
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1st Trimester – Week 6
Your baby is growing fast! By week 6, your baby is around 6 mm long, about the size of a sweet pea. Baby Development
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1st Trimester – Week 6
The first doctor’s visit is a special moment for the mother, so try to be there with her. Your presence provides reassurance and emotional support. Your emotional and moral support builds emotional closeness and eases the journey for both of you.
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1st Trimester – Week 8
Week 8 can be challenging for the mother. She may be more exhausted, nauseated, and greatly sensitive to smells. Now more than ever, she needs your emotional and physical support. Take her for a walk in the fresh air, help her with household work; so that she can get some extra rest. This stage, although…
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2nd Trimester – week 19
Some fathers are concerned about the safety of having sex while pregnant, particularly if they have a noticeable baby bump. Don’t worry, it’s completely safe unless your doctor tells you otherwise. The second trimester is a time when many women feel more sexual drive. Your relationship will grow stronger if you are open with your…
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2nd Trimester – week 19
At 19 weeks, your baby weighs between 200 and 240 grams and is about 15 to 18 cm long, about the size of a mango or large tomato. The genitalia are more defined, and the kidneys are generating urine. The cervix and vagina are developing and settling into position in female infants. Additionally, the baby…
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2nd Trimester – week 19
Have you begun deciding on your baby’s name yet? You may have previously given your unborn child various nicknames, but now that you are 19 weeks pregnant, it’s a great time to choose a name, especially since an ultrasound can now clearly determine the gender of the unborn child. You may experience round ligament pain,…
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2nd Trimester – week 18
Your baby can now hear quite clearly and within days, he will be able to recognize and respond to your voice. This is a golden opportunity to begin forming an emotional bond with your child before they’re even born. Speak to your baby in a calm voice. Tell them how much you’re looking forward to…
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2nd Trimester – week 18
Your baby is now about 16 cm long, roughly the size of a bell pepper or an artichoke, and weighs around 190 grams. At this stage, the baby’s external genitals are fully formed and visible. The ears have developed significantly, and the nerves and tiny bones within them are maturing. Your baby’s hearing is getting…
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2nd Trimester – week 18
Do you love surprises, or are you already excited to find out your baby’s gender? While it’s sometimes possible to detect the baby’s sex via ultrasound from the fourth month of pregnancy, this week offers an excellent opportunity to find out clearly, it’s a special moment every mom looks forward to. As the uterus continues…
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2nd Trimester – week 17
Documenting the pregnancy journey can uplift your partner’s mood, especially on days when she feels exhausted. It also creates a beautiful memory book you’ll cherish forever and might share with your future child one day. It helps strengthen emotional bonds and family connection. Take monthly bump photos to track the baby’s growth. You can also…
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2nd Trimester – week 17
Your baby experiences a growth spurt this week. By Week 17, the baby is around 14 cm long, about the size of a pomegranate, and weighs approximately 140 grams or more. This week, fat tissue begins to form, sweat glands develop, and your baby’s reflexes become more responsive. The sense of hearing improves significantly, and…
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2nd Trimester – week 17
Have you noticed any itchiness around your belly or chest? As your uterus and baby grow, your skin stretches, which can lead to itching and dryness. Women with eczema may also experience worsening symptoms during pregnancy. Stretch marks also tend to become more noticeable as pregnancy progresses. These are small lines in shades of pink,…
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2nd Trimester – week 16
Understanding your partner’s physical and emotional journey along with the baby’s development is key to being a supportive and proactive partner. It helps you both navigate the changes and identify any early signs of complications. You can read a pregnancy guide or follow weekly videos about fetal growth and maternal symptoms. Also, ask the doctor what…
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2nd Trimester – week 16
Week 16 marks a growth spurt for your baby, As the nervous system develops further, your baby can now move arms and legs more freely, even clench tiny fists. At this stage, your baby is about 12 cm long and weighs between 75 and 99 grams, about the size of an avocado. Your baby’s eyes…
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2nd Trimester – week 16
Have you felt a flutter or subtle movement this week and wondered, “Is my baby really moving, or am I imagining it”? The first kicks are often indescribable, like your baby is gently whispering, “I’m here!” This magical moment may even bring tears to your eyes – not from pain- but from pure joy. Yes,…
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2nd Trimester – week 15
During pregnancy, how can you help your partner? Your emotional and practical support is crucial; because physical strain and fatigue are common during pregnancy. Here’s how you can assist:
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2nd Trimester – week 15
At this point, your baby weighs about 70 grams and is about the size of an apple, measuring about 10 cm. Your baby may already be able to hear some of your internal organs sounds this week as the ears move from the neck to the sides of the head. Additionally, the eyes start to…
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2nd Trimester – week 15
Have you noticed a slight tightness in your clothing? Your uterus is growing, and your belly is getting bigger as you enter week 15 and approach the end of your fourth month. To make you feel better, now might be the ideal time to buy maternity clothing. Because your expanding uterus presses against your lungs,…
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2nd Trimester – week 14
Are you preparing financially for your little one’s arrival? Between nursery setup, baby gear, clothes, and delivery costs, your expenses will soon grow, which means now is the time to make a plan. Here’s how you can stay ahead:
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2nd Trimester – week 14
Your baby is about 8.5 cm long (crown to rump), roughly the size of a kiwi, and weighs around 42 grams, almost double from last week. Hair is starting to grow on the scalp and eyebrows, and a fine coating of hair called lanugo covers your baby’s body. This helps keep your baby warm until…
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2nd Trimester – week 14
Noticing a shift in your mood? Don’t be surprised! It’s completely normal. Your hormones are beginning to stabilize, and the worst of the nausea and fatigue may be behind you. That’s why many refer to this stage as the “honeymoon phase” of pregnancy. Now’s the perfect time to take care of yourself and your skin.…
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2nd Trimester – Week 13
You’re in your second trimester now, and the days have flown by. You will be holding your baby close in just six months, taking in their tiny sounds and inhaling that wonderful newborn scent. Not only have the days gone by, but so have the most difficult, uncomfortable weeks. Compared with the first trimester, the…
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2nd Trimester – Week 13
By week 13, your baby is about the size of a peach, weighing about 22 grams, and measuring about 7 cm. Your baby’s vocal cords are starting to form and their head, which now makes up around one-third of their entire body length, is becoming more proportionate. The intestines have now relocated to their correct…
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الثلث الثاني – الأسبوع الثالث والعشرون
هل بدأتي الاستعداد للولادة؟ تحتاج الولادة إلى جهد كبير من عضلات قاع الحوض، لأنها تعمل على دفع الطفل عبر قناة الولادة، وهذه العضلات تدعم الرحم والمثانة والمهبل، ومن المهم تقويتها خلال الحمل. يمكن ممارسة تمارين كيجل التي تقوي عضلات قاع الوض بتقنية الشد والإرخاء، ويمكنكِ البدء بتلك التمارين في أي وقت، حتى قبل دون حدوث…
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الثلث الثاني – الأسبوع الثالث والعشرون
يبلغ طول الطفل في الأسبوع 23 حوالي 28.9 إلى 30.6 سم (بحجم ثمرة جريب فروت تقريبًا)، ووزنه نحو 565–610 جرام. تطور الطفل
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الثلث الثاني – الأسبوع الثالث والعشرون
كيف توازن بين الحنية والانضباط في تربية طفلك؟ الأبوة ليست فقط توفير الاحتياجات، بل أن يكون الأب قدوة وداعمًا ومرشدًا لأطفاله بحب ووضوح، مع تحقيق توازن صحي بين الحنان والانضباط، عن طريق الخطوات التالية: الأب القوي ليس من يفرض سلطته فقط، بل من يكون حاضرًا وعادلًا ومتفهمًا حتى في أصعب اللحظات.
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2nd Trimester – week 23
Are you ready for labor? Your pelvic floor muscles must work extremely hard to push your baby through the birth canal. These muscles must be stretched to far greater lengths than previously thought. These pelvic muscles, which support the uterus, vagina, and bladder, are the focus of Kegel exercises. They entail contracting and relaxing these…
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2nd Trimester – week 23
Your baby weighs roughly 565–610 grams, and his length is about 28.9–30.6 cm (about the size of a grapefruit) from head to heel at 23 weeks. Baby Development On 3D ultrasound, facial features are becoming more distinct.
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2nd Trimester – week 23
How Can Parents Strike a Balance Between Kindness and Discipline? Being a father involves more than just providing for your child; it also entails lovingly and firmly guiding, supporting, and nurturing them. The secret to raising a self-assured, emotionally stable child is striking a balance between kindness and discipline. You can begin learning and practicing…
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1st Trimester – Week 8
Did you know that your baby is now officially considered a fetus? Yes, it’s true! Just a short while ago, your baby had a tail, much like a tadpole or reptile. But now, that tail has disappeared, and the buds of the feet are beginning to form. At the same time, many other parts of…
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الثلث الأول – الأسبوع السادس
كم انتظرتِ من الوقت لسماع نبض طفلكِ المستقبلي؟ نُزف إليكِ هذه البشرى السارة: لقد حان الوقت، ويمكنكِ زيارة الطبيب وإجراء فحص السونار لسماع نبضات قلب جنينكِ. ندرك مدى حماسكِ، لكن إذا لم تكن هناك مشكلة طبية تستدعي إجراء السونار مبكرًا، يُفضل الانتظار حتى الأسبوع الثامن أو التاسع، حين يكون حجم الجنين أوضح لتقييم نموه بشكل…
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الثلث الأول – الأسبوع السادس
الزيارة الأولى للطبيب تُعد لحظة مميزة ومليئة بالمشاعر للأم، فاحرص على مرافقتها لتشعر بدعمك واهتمامك الحقيقي. وجودك ودعمك النفسي والمعنوي يُخفف الكثير من التعب ويعزّز الترابط بينكما في هذه المرحلة الرائعة.
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1st Trimester – Week 7
Based on the date of your last menstrual period, the gestational age is 7 weeks, while your baby’s actual age is approximately 5 weeks; since ovulation usually occurs around day 14 of the cycle. As pregnancy progresses, your body is undergoing many changes. One of the most significant is that your blood volume increases by…
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الثلث الأول – الأسبوع السابع
وفقًا لتاريخ دورتكِ الشهرية الأخيرة، فإن عمر حملكِ الآن 7 أسابيع، بينما يبلغ عمر الجنين الفعلي 5 أسابيع؛ وذلك لأن التبويض يحدث غالبًا في اليوم الرابع عشر من نزول الدورة الشهرية. ومع تسارع وتيرة الحمل، يشهد جسمك العديد من التغيرات، أبرزها زيادة حجم الدم بما يصل إلى 50%، وذلك لتأمين العناصر الغذائية والأكسجين الضروريين لنمو…
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الثلث الأول – الأسبوع الأول
مرحبًا عزيزتي الأم، نهنئك ببدء هذه الرحلة المشوّقة التي نأمل أن تكون مليئة بالحماس والسعادة. ولضمان ذلك، لا بد من معرفة بعض المعايير والتدابير التي تساعدك على الاستمتاع بتجربة الحمل، وعبورك بطفلك إلى برّ الأمان. الحمل رحلة تتشارك فيها العائلة بأكملها، وليس الأم فقط، بل يبقى الزوج والجنين رفيقَيك طوال هذه الرحلة العظيمة. ولأنك بطلة،…