Pregnancy Articles A-Z

33 Weeks Pregnant

By the time you are 33 weeks pregnant, your baby has probably also moved into his or her birth position. This eMedTV resource explains what you can expect in week 33 of pregnancy and describes your baby's development during this time.

34 Weeks Pregnant

At 34 weeks pregnant, you should choose a doctor for your child, if you haven't done so already. This eMedTV article provides suggestions to help you in your search and discusses what to expect when you're 34 weeks pregnant.

35 Weeks Pregnant

By the time you are 35 weeks pregnant, your baby's lungs are almost fully developed. As this eMedTV segment explains, you may feel uncomfortable and have trouble sleeping this week. This page describes other things to expect at 35 weeks pregnant.

36 Weeks Pregnant

At 36 weeks pregnant, you'll probably start having weekly checkups. This eMedTV article discusses physical and emotional changes that you may experience during week 36 of pregnancy.

37 Weeks Pregnant

When you are 37 weeks pregnant, your baby is about 6.5 pounds and gaining half an ounce of fat a day. This eMedTV Web page provides a list of what to bring with you to the hospital and discusses what you can expect during this week of pregnancy.

38 Weeks Pregnant

When you're 38 weeks pregnant, your baby is approximately 19 to 21 inches long from head to toe. This eMedTV resource discusses your baby's development at week 38 of pregnancy and explains false labor, real labor, and prelabor.

39 Weeks Pregnant

You are 39 weeks pregnant and, as this eMedTV resource explains, you can go into labor at any time. This page provides information on what to expect this week, as well as what you should do if you think your water has broken.

4 Weeks Pregnant

At 4 weeks pregnant, you will have missed your period. As this part of the eMedTV library explains, you may also experience nausea and fatigue. This article discusses what you and your partner can expect during your fourth week of pregnancy.

40 Weeks Pregnant

You are 40 weeks pregnant, and you may deliver your baby before the week is out. This segment of the eMedTV archives explains what to expect after the birth of your baby.

5 Weeks Pregnant

By the time a woman is 5 weeks pregnant, the baby has developed a heartbeat of its own. This eMedTV segment explains the baby's development in detail and includes more information on what to expect when 5 weeks pregnant.

6 Weeks Pregnant

When you are 6 weeks pregnant, you are likely still experiencing symptoms like morning sickness. This eMedTV article describes your baby's development during the sixth week of pregnancy and offers tips to help relieve your symptoms.

7 Weeks Pregnant

Symptoms you may experience when 7 weeks pregnant include morning sickness, weight gain, and constipation. This eMedTV article explains in detail what to expect when 7 weeks pregnant and discusses the early symptoms of a multiple pregnancy.

8 Weeks Pregnant

At 8 weeks pregnant, your body is continuing to change. As this eMedTV article explains, your baby is growing, too. This week, your baby's sexual organs are forming, and the arms and legs are taking shape. This page discusses week 8 in detail.

9 Weeks Pregnant

When you are 9 weeks pregnant, your baby is about 1 inch long and weighs about as much as a paper clip. This eMedTV article discusses what you can expect during your ninth week of pregnancy, which may include symptoms such as mood swings.

A Woman's Body After Giving Birth

This interactive video discusses changes in a woman's body after giving birth.

Abnormal Baby Presentations in Labor

An abnormal presentation is anything other than the head-down position of a baby during delivery. This section of the eMedTV site explains the abnormal presentation types, such as breech, transverse lie, and face or shoulder presentation.

Abnormal Scarring (Laparoscopy For Ectopic Pregnancy Risks)

This video clip describes abnormal scarring that may occur after this procedure.

Abnormal Scars and Laparoscopic Surgery

This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses abnormal scars following laparoscopic surgery and explains how the appearance of the scar does not necessarily reflect the results of the procedure. It is normal to have scars after laparoscopic surgery.

About Labor

This multimedia video clip tells you everything you need to know about labor.

About Pregnancy

Adhesions and C-Sections

After a c-section, it is possible for an abnormal scar to develop between your organs, called an adhesion. This eMedTV segment explains adhesions and c-sections, where they can occur, problems they may cause, and how they are treated.

Advice for Preconception

After Childbirth -- Postpartum Depression

This video summarizes common symptoms of postpartum depression.

After Laparoscopic Surgery

After laparoscopic surgery, you will need to return to the doctor in about two weeks for a follow-up visit. This eMedTV article explains what happens after laparoscopic surgery for ectopic pregnancy, including how to continue your recovery at home.

Air Insufflation Injuries (Laparoscopy For Ectopic Pregnancy Risks)

This video explains possible inuries that may occur due to the use of carbon dioxide during a laparoscopy.

Air Insufflation Injuries With Laparoscopic Surgery

In rare cases, air insufflation injuries may occur. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses the possibility of air insufflation with laparoscopic surgery, why it may occur, and the complications it can cause.

Alcohol During Pregnancy

It's important to completely avoid alcohol during pregnancy, since it can be harmful to the growing baby. This eMedTV article covers the different types of alcohol and their effects on pregnancy, and also offers tips to stop drinking.

Allergic Reaction to Medication (Laparoscopy For Ectopic Pregnancy Risks)

This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.

Anal Sex During Pregnancy

For the most part, having anal sex during pregnancy is safe -- as long as you follow a few precautions. This eMedTV page lists some things to keep in mind (such as checking with your doctor first) if you're going to have this type of sex during pregnancy.

Anesthesia for Laparoscopic Surgery

Anesthesia during laparoscopic surgery is used so that you not feel any pain during the procedure. This eMedTV resource explains the two main types of anesthesia for laparoscopic surgery, general and spinal, and discusses their possible risks.

Anesthesia for Postpartum Tubal Ligation

The anesthesia used for postpartum tubal ligation will eliminate any pain felt during the procedure. As this eMedTV Web page explains, it is important to know the risks of any medication, including anesthesia.

Anesthesia Option for Cesarean Section

This video clip talks about the anesthesia that will be used for your procedure.

Are Prenatal Vitamins Helpful for Hair Growth?

As this eMedTV article explains, many people believe in taking prenatal vitamins for hair growth. However, there is insufficient evidence to support this claim. This article discusses why prenatal vitamins probably don't help with hair growth.

Assisted Delivery

Assisted delivery methods often need to be used when a normal vaginal delivery is too risky or impossible. This section of the eMedTV site describes assisted delivery options and their risks, such as c-section, forceps delivery, and vacuum delivery.

Back Pain During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, lower back pain can be caused by several factors, such as hormonal changes. This eMedTV Web page discusses other factors that can cause back pain when pregnant and offers helpful tips on how to prevent and relieve it.

Before Your Cesarean Section

This video clip talks about the instructions you will be given to prepare yourself for the surgery.

Before Your Postpartum Tubal Ligation

This video segment explains what you can expect before your tubal ligation procedure.

Before Your Procedure (Laparoscopy For Ectopic Pregnancy)

This video explains what to expect before your procedure, such as instructions from the hospital.

Benefits of Folic Acid

The benefits of folic acid during pregnancy are well known, but the vitamin may have other benefits as well. This eMedTV page discusses how this supplement can treat folic acid deficiency, hyperhomocysteinemia, and methotrexate toxicity.

Besides Laparoscopy, What Are the Alternatives?

This video describes possible alternatives to laparoscopy for an ectopic pregnancy.

Bladder and Urinary Tract Damage (Laparoscopy For Ectopic Pregnancy Risks)

This video explains how bladder and urinary tract damage can occur with this procedure.

Bladder Injury Following a Cesarean Section

Bladder injury following a cesarean section, while rare, can include damage to the ureters. This page of the eMedTV website explains what types of bladder injuries can occur, such as blockage and perforation, and how they are treated.

Learn About Bleeding After C-Section

As this eMedTV article explains, after a c-section, some bleeding is normal. However, uncontrollable bleeding is not, and needs immediate treatment. This page covers treatment options for when this happens and the possible risks of a blood transfusion.

Bleeding After Laparoscopic Surgery

If a major blood vessel is damaged, bleeding after laparoscopic surgery can be severe. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the risk of serious bleeding after laparoscopic surgery and how it is usually treated with a blood transfusion.

Bleeding and Blood Vessel Damage (Laparoscopy For Ectopic Pregnancy Risks)

This video explains what may happen if you have major bleeding and blood vessel damage with this procedure.