Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN — 20+ years in L&D, postpartum, NICU, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, AAP, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Meet Maureen → Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. If you experience any concerning symptoms or have questions about your baby’s…
Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN | Updated July 6, 2026 Maureen is a Registered Nurse with 20+ years of clinical experience in labor & delivery, postpartum, NICU, pediatrics, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, FDA, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Pregnancy Safety You have a pounding headache, your back aches, and the bottle of Advil…
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Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN | Updated April 25, 2026 Maureen is a Registered Nurse with 20+ years of clinical experience in labor & delivery, postpartum, NICU, pediatrics, and women’s health. Pregnancy When to Call the Doctor During Pregnancy: A Trimester-by-Trimester Guide to Red Flags Pregnancy comes with a constant question loop: Is this…
Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN — 20+ years in L&D, postpartum, NICU, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, AAP, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Meet Maureen → Pregnancy Second Trimester: What to Expect Weeks 13-27 The second trimester is often called the “golden period” of pregnancy. After navigating the nausea and fatigue of early pregnancy,…
Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN — 20+ years in L&D, postpartum, NICU, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, AAP, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Meet Maureen → How to Sleep During Pregnancy: Positions, Tips, and What Actually Helps Sleep and pregnancy seem like they should go together — you’re exhausted, after all. But between the…
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Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN — 20+ years in L&D, postpartum, NICU, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, AAP, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Meet Maureen → Third Trimester: What to Expect Week by Week (Weeks 28–40+) The third trimester spans weeks 28 through 40 — and sometimes beyond. Your baby goes from about 2.5…
Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN — 20+ years in L&D, postpartum, NICU, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, AAP, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Meet Maureen → Pregnancy Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider about your specific pregnancy and…
Medically reviewed by Maureen Kelly, RN — 20+ years in L&D, postpartum, NICU, and women’s health. Reviewed against ACOG, AAP, and Mayo Clinic guidance. Meet Maureen → Pregnancy By the iPrego Team · Updated March 2026 · Reviewed regularly · 8 min read Note: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute…