There’s a lot to think about when you fall pregnant. Will I have a boy or a girl? What’s a birth plan? Why do I need to pee so often? Keeping your oral health in check may not be high on your To Do list. But what if you notice blood on your toothbrush?
Bleeding gums after brushing or flossing, as well as swollen and tender gums are all signs of pregnancy gingivitis. Don’t worry though, it’s completely normal. In fact, nearly half of all pregnant women have gingivitis.