The belly button — or navel — is where the umbilical cord is joined to the fetus. The umbilical cord runs from the fetus to the placenta. It supplies the fetus with nutrients and oxygen, and carries ...

When you envision a pregnant body, you may picture a cute little round bump. However, if you talk to many people who’ve been pregnant, they will tell you that they felt swollen and large all over and ...

During pregnancy, it’s normal for your belly to feel heavier or look rounder as your body changes to support your growing baby. Swelling or bloating can add to this feeling, and while it’s usually ...