Third Trimester

	Beat the Back Pain Blues The final trimesters of pregnancy can feel like you have a bowling ball strapped to your belly, so it’s no wonder your back hurts. Here are some pain-relief tips that actually work.
	Blood Pressure and the Baby Bump The stress of preparing for baby and coping with a changing body are enough to keep any expectant mother busy, but it’s the pressure prospective moms often can’t see that may truly deserve their attention.
	Shining a Light on Maternity Leave Planning on going back to work after baby? Don’t be left in the dark about your company’s leave policy.
	Beware the Baby Blues Adding a new baby to the family is a reason for celebration, yet many new mothers struggle with a range of emotions during this time of life.
	Pregnancy Pampering Tips Treat yourself to some well-deserved “me” time before your little one’s arrival.
	7 Ways to Prevent Pregnancy Digestive Problems Proper nutrition during pregnancy does more than give baby a head start on a healthy life. It also helps prevent or control the digestive problems that affect many mothers-to-be.
	What to Expect After Your C-Section Learn what to expect after your cesarean section—whether the surgery was expected or not.
	The Many Faces of Maternal Mental Illness Postpartum depression is not the only behavioral health disorder that affects new and expectant mothers.
	Rib Pain? Really? You knew pregnancy would prompt many unfamiliar sensations and changes to your body. Rib pain, however, is one symptom you may not have been prepared for.
	5 Fears of the Father-to-Be Feel ready to be a dad? Of course you don’t.

Childbirth classes are available for women who plan to deliver at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. For more information, visit DeKalbRegional.com.