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What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 27: The baby shower and panic

Besides, you might have had to give up some of your other favorite sports temporarily because of the production of that little one in your belly. Swimming is then a wonderful alternative. Don't expect a refresher course on the theme of "how to swim". Pregnancy swimming is a special kind of swimming, especially for mommies to be. Curious about what it entails and what the health benefits are? Then read on quickly!

However, it is important and perhaps reassuring for you as parents-to-be to discuss things with the midwife and then record them in a birth plan. In this way, you can answer in advance several questions that may suddenly become very important during the birth and which therefore need to be answered quickly. But what exactly is a birth plan and why is it important?

Besides a crib, a dresser (a.k.a. nursing table) is probably one of the first things you score for the baby's room. No, stop. Who am I kidding, because pillows and stuffed animals, and other decorations for the baby's room are probably favorites of most moms. Either way, a changing table is an indispensable part of any baby's room. But how do you choose a safe and practical changing table?

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 26: The nesting urge

A first aid course for babies and children is then a good solution. You probably got goosebumps when you read the words "burn" and "choke", and you don't want to wait without any knowledge until that one first aid course finally takes place. Therefore, this blog will teach you the basics of first aid for babies and children in the meantime!

Another ailment you can miss like a toothache, as it can be very debilitating. Climbing stairs, standing for long periods, but also sitting for long periods and walking can suddenly become quite a challenge (as if not enough other things suddenly become a challenge during pregnancy). But how does this lower back pain arise, and what can you do to reduce it?

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 25: The nesting urge (?)

You probably also long for (night) rest more than ever this period (especially with the prospect of many sleepless nights with that little one), and then it's frustrating when you can't get it. So it's high time to take a closer look at the causes and consequences of broken nights, which tips can help you get a better night's sleep, and which products make sleeping extra comfortable!

The most fun activity during your pregnancy? Of course, there is only one good way to answer this question: decorating the baby's room. When you are in the middle of this, a baby bed is probably one of the first things you score. There is no question that the baby bed, or crib, should be aesthetically pleasing and fit well with the style of the baby's room.

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 24: The glucose tolerance test, a.k.a. the sugar test.

Many women experience sensitive or even painful breasts early on in their pregnancy. Wanting to scream out in pain at the touch of your breasts? Struggling with putting on (tight) clothes? Yep, for many mommies to be with painful breasts these will be recognizable scenarios.

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 23: An eventful week! And there it was, not the reassuring "wow," "that's good," or "that looks great."

Have you reached the twelve-week mark of your pregnancy? Then it is time to cross maternity care off your to-do list. But what does maternity care exactly entail, and how do you arrange this? No worries, below you'll find everything you need to know about maternity care. Calm down and take a breath!

Of course, it is no surprise when I say that it is important to pay attention to your dental care. But did you know that proper dental care is even more important during pregnancy than it was before? Yes, brushing your teeth twice a day with toothpaste that prevents inflammation is a must. Also, don't skip your beloved visits to the dentist. But why is this so important for pregnant women?

Expecting a little miracle? Then it is certain that your health care costs will increase. A large part of these costs is (probably) included in the basic package of your health insurance, which you are legally obliged to have. Still, there is no harm in taking out additional health insurance during your pregnancy.

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 22: An eventful week! And there it was, not the reassuring "wow," "that's good," or "that looks great."

Pregnancy is a very special time, but unfortunately also a time of a great many pregnancy-related ailments (let's just say ailments with a capital K). Edema is one of them. Again, a difficult term, but it is nothing more than fluid retention. Unfortunately, you also worry more during pregnancy, so maybe you're wondering: can it hurt that my body retains extra fluid during pregnancy?

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 21: An eventful week! And there it was, not the reassuring "wow," "that's good," or "that looks great."

You may not want to hear this, but there comes a time when your maternity leave is coming to an end and you need childcare for your little one. Maybe you are already sighing at the thought of adding childcare to your endless to-do list. However, it is important to arrange this in time because the waiting lists for childcare can sometimes be very long.

What is the life of a pregnant woman like? Is it always rosy? Or does it sometimes thunder for the preggos among us? We take you along in a personal diary with honest stories about being pregnant. Week 20: An eventful week! And there it was, not the reassuring "wow," "that's good," or "that looks great."