If you are expecting your first child, then you are likely feeling so many changes in your body that you just don't know which ones are normal and which are signs that something is wrong. Thankfully, so many women share pregnancy stories with each other that you likely know that morning sickness, bloating, and constipation are normal when expecting a child and not a cause for concern. However, if you are experiencing the following two problems, you may not realize that they are normal and you have no need to panic.

If you have ever had a urinary tract infection, you know there is only one word to describe it: pain. You can't pee, and when you do, you wish you hadn't because of the immense burning. To top it all off, you have to live with constant cramping in between your many potty breaks. In short, a urinary tract infection feels like death. There is no easy way to get through a UTI, but there are a few things you can do to make the infection heal faster and relieve some of the pain you are experiencing.

If you are a pre-op transman or if you do not plan to have bottom surgery, regular visits to the gynecologist are in order. While it may be uncomfortable, taking care of your reproductive health is imperative while on a regimen of hormones and other medications. Here are four ways to prepare to make the appointment run smoother and to communicate more effectively with your gyno.  Give the office a heads up

An ultrasound is commonly used during pregnancy to examine the unborn child and to make sure he or she is healthy, and this test is commonly ordered when something in a pregnancy appears abnormal. If your ultrasound reveals that some of the baby's internal organs are located outside of his or her body, your doctor might tell you that your baby has a condition known as gastroschisis. If this is the news you hear, you may want to ask your doctor the following three questions.

Water births can offer a highly beneficial, birthing alternative for both mother and baby. Although there are a growing number of healthcare facilities and birthing centers now offering this experience, a number of people still don't have an extensive amount of knowledge when it comes to this process. What Is A Water Birth? Water birth is a birthing experience that takes place in a warm pool or tub of water. The overall draw to this practice is the fact that it can help limit stress during the birthing process.