Stages of Pregnancy : Classes and Resources

Pregnancy generally lasts 40 weeks and is organized into three trimesters, the first trimester comprising weeks 1-12, the second, weeks 13-26 and the third, weeks 27-40. When you are pregnant, where you are in your pregnancy is very important. In the Stages of Pregnancy section, we have organized content chronologically, so you can view only the information that is relevant to you at each stage of your pregnancy. Whether you are in your first, second or third trimester, you’ve just had your baby, or your simply beginning to think about trying to get pregnant, you’ll find the information you need here. Also, for a listing of classes specifically for pregnant women and families, visit our Pregnancy Classes page or read more about class descriptions in the stages of preganacy pages.

The decision to become a parent is an exciting one, and one that will change your life profoundly. While it's a very rewarding experience, pregnancy can also be quite difficult, both physically and emotionally. Before you become pregnant, it is important to prepare for the emotional and lifestyle changes to come. Woman's can help. We've partnered with March of Dimes to provide comprehensive, helpful information during this exciting and challenging phase of your life.

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In the first trimester of your pregnancy (weeks 1-12), you'll have a lot to learn. You'll need to know about such things as pregnancy tests, morning sickness, nutrition and prenatal care - all in order to prepare for the rest of your pregnancy and childbirth.

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The second trimester, weeks 13-26, is the middle (and often called the best time of pregnancy. It's a time you can begin looking ahead to your delivery experience and learning about breastfeeding and other matters.

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The third trimester, weeks 27-42, is the final part of pregnancy, when attention turns to the upcoming birth and postpartum concerns.

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In addition to our regular preparation classes, Woman's also offers classes for pregnant teens, women with multiple pregnancies, sibling preparation and more - so you can be educated and prepared for any situation.

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Woman's continues to care for women after they give birth and go home. We know new mothers have a lot of questions, so our pediatric nurses can be easily reached by phone around the clock. Also, we offer several classes for new mothers, as well as fitness classes to help you get back in shape after pregnancy, yoga classes designed specifically for new mothers, and much more.

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