Midwives Assistant Resource Guide

Giving an Injection

Care of the Newborn

Midwife’s Assistant Resource Guide-Birth Set-Up

Comfort Measures in Labor Handout by Jennifer Jenkins

Midwife’s Assistant Resource Guide Vital Signs

Common Discomforts of Pregnancy

Nausea and Morning Sickness: Many women experience feelings of nausea and may even vomit during the early weeks of pregnancy.
Fatigue: Hormonal changes and increased energy demands can lead to persistent fatigue and a feeling of low energy during the first trimester.
Breast Tenderness: Hormonal fluctuations can cause breast tenderness and sensitivity, making the breasts feel sore and swollen.
Frequent Urination: As the uterus expands, it puts pressure on the bladder, leading to more frequent trips to the bathroom.
Mood Swings: Hormonal changes can affect mood stability, causing pregnant women to experience emotional ups and downs.
Food Aversions and Cravings: Many women develop aversions to certain foods or experience intense cravings during early pregnancy.
Increased Sense of Smell: Heightened sensitivity to odors is a common discomfort, with even pleasant smells becoming overpowering or nauseating.
Constipation: Hormonal changes can slow down the digestive system, leading to constipation and discomfort.
Bloating and Gas: Hormonal fluctuations can cause bloating and increased production of gas, leading to discomfort and flatulence.
Headaches: Changes in hormone levels and increased blood volume can trigger headaches and migraines during early pregnancy.

Pregnancy Complications

Abdominal palpation, measuring fundal height and listening to fetal heart tones