Pregnant women generally suffer from anxiety and tension. They have endless questions in their mind. Some of the questions they do ask their doctors and some are too personal; these keep hovering in their mind endlessly.
Sleepless nights are common. Queries about their body, especially about the baby trouble them now and then to such an extent that they end up panic-stricken. Putting up with morning sickness and associated pregnancy problems for nine months, and then going through painful delivery- women get simply drained out of their energy and patience. Loving and caring the new born is said to come naturally to the mothers. But in certain cases new mothers fail to get stabilized with the changes in their life.
The major problem - post pregnancy response
You must realize that a new life has come to the earth and you have been an active participant in creating it. Your child is incapable of doing thing on its own. It needs your milk but most importantly it requires your warmth and affection. This world of brightness is alien to the little one. It begs for your generous guidance to live on. Its present surrounding is diametrically opposite to the dark and cozy chamber of your womb. Do not indulge in too much of thoughtfulness. Socialize to divert your mind from disturbing reflections. In several cases it is seen that due to post pregnancy response relationships get a jolt.
Never vent out your confused anger on your family members. Your irritation can even sprout out when your family members start getting involved with your child. Control yourself; all they do is simple playing with the new arrived bundle of joy. Continue having those friendly conversations with your husband. Pamper your child but do not, under any circumstance, make your husband feel left out. A peaceful family is all that your child demands from you.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 21 weeks pregnant and 22 weeks pregnant.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Tips on Skin Care during Pregnancy
The wonderful news of pregnancy begins smile to your face. To be mothers, remember, from that very moment your skin responds to the gradual changes occurring inside your body. These transformations take place due to the various changes in hormone secretion. Pregnancy might results in the excess secretion of androgen. Thus pregnant women tend to develop oily skin.
Keep in mind
The skin problem that you are to confront during the crucial nine months must not be treated with the usual acne medicines. Consult a dermatologist who can prescribe you the ways to take care of your skin.
Things to be done in case of oily skin
Pregnant mother should ensure that the cosmetics that they chose to use must not contain vitamin a preparations. At the same time, they must make it a point of avoiding antibiotics at large. It has been noticed that both kinds of medicines cause birth related problems. Use moisturizers and cleansers whose labels specifically indicate that they are noncomedogenic. Do not use chemical exfoliants. These may contains certain acidic ingredients that may bring complications, especially in your first trimester. Avoid using moisturizing soaps; instead use gentle non drying cleansers. Apply sun block creams and natural masks to keep the skin pores clean and open.
Things to be done in case of dry skin
Women who complain of having dry skin may have to face more problems during their pregnancy. Dry skin gets aggravated during pregnancy because your body fluids and water present in your blood are in high demand. Your growing child needs them for nourishment. Your only weapon is water. Therefore drink ample of water. You can use moisturizers and sun block creams to revitalize your skin. Do not bathe with too much of water. Take short showers with lukewarm water. You must also keep your rooms humidified.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 19 weeks pregnant and 20 weeks pregnant.
Keep in mind
The skin problem that you are to confront during the crucial nine months must not be treated with the usual acne medicines. Consult a dermatologist who can prescribe you the ways to take care of your skin.
Things to be done in case of oily skin
Pregnant mother should ensure that the cosmetics that they chose to use must not contain vitamin a preparations. At the same time, they must make it a point of avoiding antibiotics at large. It has been noticed that both kinds of medicines cause birth related problems. Use moisturizers and cleansers whose labels specifically indicate that they are noncomedogenic. Do not use chemical exfoliants. These may contains certain acidic ingredients that may bring complications, especially in your first trimester. Avoid using moisturizing soaps; instead use gentle non drying cleansers. Apply sun block creams and natural masks to keep the skin pores clean and open.
Things to be done in case of dry skin
Women who complain of having dry skin may have to face more problems during their pregnancy. Dry skin gets aggravated during pregnancy because your body fluids and water present in your blood are in high demand. Your growing child needs them for nourishment. Your only weapon is water. Therefore drink ample of water. You can use moisturizers and sun block creams to revitalize your skin. Do not bathe with too much of water. Take short showers with lukewarm water. You must also keep your rooms humidified.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 19 weeks pregnant and 20 weeks pregnant.
Disorders that can occur during your pregnancy
The nine months of your life are crucial; it launches a new episode of your life. Therefore you must act seriously enough to cut down on unhealthy food habits. Most importantly you must make yourself aware of the different disorders that might occur. If precautions are not taken at the proper time, these can lead to complications and even unfortunate miscarriages.
Say No to Alcohol and Drugs
Consumption of alcohol during this period of nine months is risky. Alcohol is said to cause several birth defects. You must be aware of the different medicines you take; for certain antibiotics can have adverse effects on your body and especially on the developing fetus. You must stop smoking cigarettes and relying on drugs for temporary satisfaction. These can terminate pregnancy and also lead to birth defects.
Common Disorders
Disorders that are likely to occur during your pregnancy are anemia, thomboembolic disease and several urinary tract infections. The common symptom of these disorders is high fever.
Fever might seem to be a less harmful term but for a pregnant woman it might pose as a serious threat. If you feel feverish during the first trimester, act spontaneously. This is because fever as high as 103°F not only enhances the chances of miscarriages but may also affect the fetuses developing brain and spinal cord. Fever at the advanced stages of your pregnancy may cause irregular labor pain. German measles, viral infections like mumps, jaundice, chicken pox, protozoan infections and bacterial infections in the vagina may have dire effects on the fetus. On the other hand, thomboembolic disease of blood clotting may cause fateful injuries at the time of the birth of your child. Anemia is a common problem in pregnant women. Anemia may make the mother to be extremely tired, gasping for breath at times. It can also make her feel light-headed. It is therefore advisable, that you keep in touch with your doctor, and go for check up regularly for the safety of your child and of course for yourself.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 17 weeks pregnant and 18 weeks pregnant.
Say No to Alcohol and Drugs
Consumption of alcohol during this period of nine months is risky. Alcohol is said to cause several birth defects. You must be aware of the different medicines you take; for certain antibiotics can have adverse effects on your body and especially on the developing fetus. You must stop smoking cigarettes and relying on drugs for temporary satisfaction. These can terminate pregnancy and also lead to birth defects.
Common Disorders
Disorders that are likely to occur during your pregnancy are anemia, thomboembolic disease and several urinary tract infections. The common symptom of these disorders is high fever.
Fever might seem to be a less harmful term but for a pregnant woman it might pose as a serious threat. If you feel feverish during the first trimester, act spontaneously. This is because fever as high as 103°F not only enhances the chances of miscarriages but may also affect the fetuses developing brain and spinal cord. Fever at the advanced stages of your pregnancy may cause irregular labor pain. German measles, viral infections like mumps, jaundice, chicken pox, protozoan infections and bacterial infections in the vagina may have dire effects on the fetus. On the other hand, thomboembolic disease of blood clotting may cause fateful injuries at the time of the birth of your child. Anemia is a common problem in pregnant women. Anemia may make the mother to be extremely tired, gasping for breath at times. It can also make her feel light-headed. It is therefore advisable, that you keep in touch with your doctor, and go for check up regularly for the safety of your child and of course for yourself.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 17 weeks pregnant and 18 weeks pregnant.
Tips before planning a baby
It seems to be one of the lovely moments of your life when you would give birth to your child. So before planning to have a baby does make sure that you are perfectly fit to conceive that life. Make a note on your mind that you can bring a healthy baby to this world if you are healthy.
First few months are very crucial for your baby's growth, as that time organs of the baby's body start growing. So if you can plan then it could help you to;
Conceive your baby more quickly
You can have a healthier pregnancy
Least amount of complications can be faced
You can be a mother of healthy baby
You can regain yourself quickly after giving birth
Post pregnancy experience will be sound enough
You can reduce health hazards of you child in near future.
So these are the tips, which you can handle before getting pregnant. In other way you can call it as inside planning pregnancy, which is very much essential.
Food habits- if you are planning for pregnancy then try to change your food habits. Avoid eating junk food. Eat food rich in mineral and protein rich constituent. Take vitamins if it is needed. Make a chart what to eat and what not.
Body making-make your body fit to carry a new life.
Avoid taking drugs, alcohol, tobacco and other things, which could affect your pregnancy.
If you are infertile then try to consult a doctor so that you can get treatment before it is too late.
Take dental care, as it is very important during the time of pregnancy, so goes for dental check up.
If you have hormonal problems then try to solve it. Any disorder can cause if effect to your baby.
Try to avoid emotions and stress by taking up any kind of stress management programs.
Maintain regular workouts to keep yourself fit to carry you healthy baby.
If you need genetic counseling and testing then you should have it before conceiving.
Last but not the least you have to maintain a good relation with your partner to conceive a baby.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 15 weeks pregnant and 16 weeks pregnant
First few months are very crucial for your baby's growth, as that time organs of the baby's body start growing. So if you can plan then it could help you to;
Conceive your baby more quickly
You can have a healthier pregnancy
Least amount of complications can be faced
You can be a mother of healthy baby
You can regain yourself quickly after giving birth
Post pregnancy experience will be sound enough
You can reduce health hazards of you child in near future.
So these are the tips, which you can handle before getting pregnant. In other way you can call it as inside planning pregnancy, which is very much essential.
Food habits- if you are planning for pregnancy then try to change your food habits. Avoid eating junk food. Eat food rich in mineral and protein rich constituent. Take vitamins if it is needed. Make a chart what to eat and what not.
Body making-make your body fit to carry a new life.
Avoid taking drugs, alcohol, tobacco and other things, which could affect your pregnancy.
If you are infertile then try to consult a doctor so that you can get treatment before it is too late.
Take dental care, as it is very important during the time of pregnancy, so goes for dental check up.
If you have hormonal problems then try to solve it. Any disorder can cause if effect to your baby.
Try to avoid emotions and stress by taking up any kind of stress management programs.
Maintain regular workouts to keep yourself fit to carry you healthy baby.
If you need genetic counseling and testing then you should have it before conceiving.
Last but not the least you have to maintain a good relation with your partner to conceive a baby.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 15 weeks pregnant and 16 weeks pregnant
Tips for multiple births
Multiple pregnancies have been on the rise in the recent years with the increasing number of twins and other types of multiple being born.
So, the following discussion is based on how to handle multiple births.
There are different reasons which lead to multiple births.
Firstly, due to the release of multiple eggs or if there is more than one ovulation during menstrual cycle. if both the eggs are fertilized it results in fraternal twins.
Secondly, in case of identical twins, one egg is released and fertilized but divides into two.
Both the above conditions can occur naturally or can be obtained using fertility drugs. Use of such drugs is on the rise these days.
Early detection of twins or multiple births can be done by ultrasound, while others find rapid growth rate of uterus causing them to suspect twins.
During prenatal tests the doctor may find abnormally high level of hCG, since multiple babies will increase the level of these hormones.
If the mother is detected with multiple pregnancies it is necessary to increase the nutritional intake. In general the mother must increase the amount of protein consumption. Since protein is the building bloc of every cell in both mother and babies body. Moreover it will help to build a good placenta and a strong amniotic sac.
The following are some tips for a healthy pregnancy.
A healthy diet can reduce the problem of low birth weight which is a common problem during multiple pregnancies. Consuming about 300 additional calories along with additional protein and calcium can solve the problem.
Expert medical monitoring during pregnancy may reduce the risk of complications such as high blood pressure, twin to twin transfusion and decreased growth rate of the babies.
Proper rest is very essential and must consult a physician regularly for diet and other charts.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 13 weeks pregnant and 14 weeks pregnant.
So, the following discussion is based on how to handle multiple births.
There are different reasons which lead to multiple births.
Firstly, due to the release of multiple eggs or if there is more than one ovulation during menstrual cycle. if both the eggs are fertilized it results in fraternal twins.
Secondly, in case of identical twins, one egg is released and fertilized but divides into two.
Both the above conditions can occur naturally or can be obtained using fertility drugs. Use of such drugs is on the rise these days.
Early detection of twins or multiple births can be done by ultrasound, while others find rapid growth rate of uterus causing them to suspect twins.
During prenatal tests the doctor may find abnormally high level of hCG, since multiple babies will increase the level of these hormones.
If the mother is detected with multiple pregnancies it is necessary to increase the nutritional intake. In general the mother must increase the amount of protein consumption. Since protein is the building bloc of every cell in both mother and babies body. Moreover it will help to build a good placenta and a strong amniotic sac.
The following are some tips for a healthy pregnancy.
A healthy diet can reduce the problem of low birth weight which is a common problem during multiple pregnancies. Consuming about 300 additional calories along with additional protein and calcium can solve the problem.
Expert medical monitoring during pregnancy may reduce the risk of complications such as high blood pressure, twin to twin transfusion and decreased growth rate of the babies.
Proper rest is very essential and must consult a physician regularly for diet and other charts.
Aaron Nimocks is a frequent blogger at Pregnancy Hut and has written a guide on 13 weeks pregnant and 14 weeks pregnant.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
How To Get Pregnant - Avoid Fertility-Killing Foods
When you’ve been struggling for some time to get pregnant, and you believe you’ve tried everything, then you must begin to eliminate every potential mistake you might be making – no matter how small or trivial it may seem.
Some of these small changes can produce incredible results, especially when enough of these small changes are made together.
And there’s no better place to start making these small changes than with your diet. You are what you eat, after all!
One of the foods you can eliminate from your diet right now to immediately give a boost to your fertility levels are peas.
Many women and men eat peas regularly, and since they’re generally a very healthy vegetable that’s not surprising. But the truth is that peas are incredibly damaging to fertility levels. This isn’t something that’s always been known, and it’s not something that’s common knowledge – that’s why so many of us make the mistake of eating them while we try to conceive.
It was actually an accident that led to the discovery about peas. And believe it or not, the discovery was made in Tibet.
Scientists noticed that Tibet had one of the slowest-growing population rates on Earth. And these same scientists began to suspect that peas may be to blame. That’s because the pea is a staple food in Tibet, and is consumed in large amounts.
Researchers around the world began to study this theory, and not long after they discovered a natural chemical in peas with strong anti-fertility effects. But even the researchers couldn’t believe just how strong an effect this chemical was having.
When they gave this chemical to women in capsules the pregnancy rate dropped by an incredible 60 percent almost overnight. The effect was so immediate and so strong that many Asian countries began extracting the chemical from peas and using it as a contraceptive.
It even affected men. Because when men took the chemical their sperm counts plummeted by a massive 50 percent.
Despite these shocking discoveries, it’s taken some time for the ideas to reach the western world. But slowly we’re beginning to realise how deadly peas can be to our chances of becoming pregnant.
This is largely thanks to some studies carried out recently in the United States that confirmed what the researchers had been trying to tell us for years – that peas have the potential to completely prevent conception, and should therefore be avoided entirely until after your baby is born.
Some of these small changes can produce incredible results, especially when enough of these small changes are made together.
And there’s no better place to start making these small changes than with your diet. You are what you eat, after all!
One of the foods you can eliminate from your diet right now to immediately give a boost to your fertility levels are peas.
Many women and men eat peas regularly, and since they’re generally a very healthy vegetable that’s not surprising. But the truth is that peas are incredibly damaging to fertility levels. This isn’t something that’s always been known, and it’s not something that’s common knowledge – that’s why so many of us make the mistake of eating them while we try to conceive.
It was actually an accident that led to the discovery about peas. And believe it or not, the discovery was made in Tibet.
Scientists noticed that Tibet had one of the slowest-growing population rates on Earth. And these same scientists began to suspect that peas may be to blame. That’s because the pea is a staple food in Tibet, and is consumed in large amounts.
Researchers around the world began to study this theory, and not long after they discovered a natural chemical in peas with strong anti-fertility effects. But even the researchers couldn’t believe just how strong an effect this chemical was having.
When they gave this chemical to women in capsules the pregnancy rate dropped by an incredible 60 percent almost overnight. The effect was so immediate and so strong that many Asian countries began extracting the chemical from peas and using it as a contraceptive.
It even affected men. Because when men took the chemical their sperm counts plummeted by a massive 50 percent.
Despite these shocking discoveries, it’s taken some time for the ideas to reach the western world. But slowly we’re beginning to realise how deadly peas can be to our chances of becoming pregnant.
This is largely thanks to some studies carried out recently in the United States that confirmed what the researchers had been trying to tell us for years – that peas have the potential to completely prevent conception, and should therefore be avoided entirely until after your baby is born.
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