Pregnancy insights and tips

Weeks 1 to 5 During the first five weeks, thousands of cells slowly develop into an embryo, which is a precursor to a baby. It is still so small that it cannot be seen with the naked eye. During the first few weeks, the embryo (your baby) gets nutrition from your blood vessels in the uterine wall. It […]

Can you be pregnant? Answers to frequently asked questions about pregnancy tests. Taking a pregnancy test can be exciting, but also stressful. That's especially true if you're not sure whether to trust the results. Know when and how to take a home pregnancy test. And learn about the possible disadvantages of staying at home […]

Pregnancy is one of the most intense physical transformations you will ever experience. And yes, almost every part of your body changes in some way. But before all this happens – perhaps even before you get a positive pregnancy test – you'll notice that your appetite changes, often quite drastically. There […]

Fifth disease and pregnancy The risks of fifth disease during pregnancy is a much-debated topic. It makes perfect sense that pregnancy brings these questions and concerns, especially when it comes to potential health risks. In this article we take a closer look at what fifth disease entails, the possible risks during […]

Whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy: protection of two When welcoming new life into the world, as midwives we want to emphasize how crucial it is to invest in the health of both yourself as an expectant mother and the future baby. Whooping cough, a serious disease for babies, requires special attention and whooping cough vaccination during […]

Flu shot during pregnancy: protection for you and the baby. Within our midwifery practice, we attach great importance not only to the health of you as an expectant mother, but also that of the future baby. Getting the flu shot during pregnancy is a topic that is often discussed during our consultation hours as midwives. […]

Pregnancy Sickness and the Role of GDF15 Pregnancy is a special journey, but it is sometimes marked by challenges such as morning sickness. In this article we will explain what pregnancy sickness is, discuss possible causes and explore recent findings regarding the hormone GDF15, which adds a new dimension to our understanding of this […]

Ligament pain during pregnancy: Managing the pain effectively Dear expectant mother, When you are pregnant, it is not uncommon to experience ligament pain, especially as your belly grows. This pain can sometimes be intense, but there are several ways to relieve it. In this article we take a closer look at dealing with [...]

High blood pressure during pregnancy: everything you need to know As midwives, it is our job to inform you well about various aspects of your pregnancy, including the possibility of developing high blood pressure. It is important to emphasize that not everyone develops high blood pressure during pregnancy. This article is […]

Pregnancy symptoms in the first 12 weeks Dear possibly expectant mother. You are probably reading this article because you think you are suffering from pregnancy symptoms. Various pregnancy symptoms may indeed appear in the first 12 weeks of your pregnancy, but this is not always necessary. It is completely normal to experience these, but some […]