Pregnancy

Your Third Trimester See All  Third Trimester in Your Third Trimester The third trimester marks the home stretch for your pregnancy. You may feel more uncomfortable now as you continue to gain weight. You also may have false labor contractions (called Braxton-Hicks contractions). ...more  Pregnancy and Posture in Your Third Trimester Much back pain in pregnancy is related to the strain on your back from the weight of your growing baby. Using proper posture can help prevent and even relieve some of the pain. ...more  Back Pain in Pregnancy in Your Third Trimester Back pain is common in pregnancy because of your changing body. Here are ideas on what you can do to cope. ...more  Hemorrhoids and Varicose Veins in Pregnancy in Your Third Trimester Hemorrhoids and varicose veins might seem to be two different, unrelated problems, but they are actually quite similar. And, many women, especially those in the third trimester of pregnancy, have them. ...more  Pregnancy and Heartburn in Your Third Trimester Chances are good that you're one of many pregnant women who experience the churning and burning of heartburn or acid indigestion. It typically hits somewhere in the second or third trimester, and it can be miserable. ...more  Biophysical Profile in Your Third Trimester A biophysical profile is a test that is sometimes used during the third trimester of pregnancy. It is often done if there is a question about the baby’s health. This may be because of other test results or certain pregnancy symptoms, or because your pregnancy is high risk. ...more