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  • Safe and Beneficial Drinks Women Can Have during Pregnancy
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    Safe and Beneficial Drinks Women Can Have during Pregnancy
    When you are pregnant, you should eat only healthy food items. The same statement stands true even for beverages. Below we have discussed about the safe and beneficial drinks that women can have during their pregnancy. Water: Expecting women must consume higher quantity of fluids compared to the women who are not pregnant. This is mainly because of the increase in volume of blood in their body. Drinking adequate amount of water will ensure that the pregnant woman does not encounter problems like dehydration and constipation, which are extremely common during pregnancy. If you don’t feel like having plain water; you can have 100% fruit juice instead. However, stay away from fortified waters as they might contain caffeine or other supplements that can harm the mother and the growing fetus. Also, avoid all beverages that contain  [...]
    Posted at December 8th, 2011 | Pregnancy
  • Prenatal Use of Folic Acid and Iron Supplement Can Make Children Smarter
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    Prenatal Use of Folic Acid and Iron Supplement Can Make Children Smarter
    The findings of a medical study conducted by a group of researchers of the Johns Hopkins University suggest that intake of iron and folic acid supplements during pregnancy might help in increasing the baby’s intelligence. The study was conducted on school-aged kids living in the rural territories of Nepal. The mothers of these children took part in a medical study during their pregnancy. During the prior study, a certain percentage of the pregnant women received dosages of iron and folic acid supplements. Parul Christian, a member of the research team stated that they were given the opportunity of following offerings of the women participating in the randomized trials of certain nutrients like iron and folic acid for assessing their neurocognitive properties and outcomes. Through keen observation, the researchers discovered that  [...]
    Posted at November 10th, 2011 | Pregnancy
  • Swelling of Feet during Pregnancy: How to Manage the Condition?
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    Swelling of Feet during Pregnancy: How to Manage the Condition?
    The body of a pregnant woman starts retaining more fluid; this at times lead to swelling of ankles and feet. Swelling of feet can also occur due to the hampered blood circulation because of pressure induced by uterus of pregnant women on their veins. The swelling of feet during pregnancy can be managed in the following ways: Keep the feet elevated: Whenever possible, lie down keeping your feet elevated at the heart level; you can use pillows for resting your feet. Make sure that your legs stay uncrossed. Stay in this position for around 30 minutes. Doing this 3 to 4 times in a day will help you in bringing back the volume of your feet to normal and will also reduce the pain associated with the swelling. Wear comfortable footwear: Whenever you go out during your pregnancy, you must wear comfortable footwear. Wearing tight shoes hampers  [...]
    Posted at August 25th, 2011 | Pregnancy
  • Head Massage for Pregnant Women
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    Head Massage for Pregnant Women
    A pregnant woman suffers from immense physical stress. This stress results in several complications including back pain, abdominal aches and joint pain. However, the worst effect of pregnancy is probably on a woman’s upper body. To avoid discomfort experienced by a woman’s upper body during pregnancy, she can go for an Indian head massage. Indian head massage will help the body of the pregnant woman to relax and is also a lot safer compared to the traditional massage techniques. Indian massage therapy involves treating the upper arms, face, neck, shoulders, scalp and the head. This massage technique is based on the theories of Ayurveda. The primary goal of all ayurvedic therapies is balancing the body, spirit and mind of the person undergoing the therapy. According to the ancient transcriptions of India, Indian head massage was  [...]
    Posted at July 15th, 2011 | Pregnancy
  • Baby Gets Affected By Stress In Pregnancy
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    Baby Gets Affected By Stress In Pregnancy
    Stress, an inseparable word from our life marks its presence even during the pregnancy period. Even a small problem or an issue in pregnancy makes its way for stress. The recent study found that the stress hormone cortisol is present in assessable amount as early as the seventeenth week of gestation. They have also calculated the amount of cortisol in mother’s blood. The studies measured that the amount of cortisol was higher in the amniotic fluid when mother had higher level of cortisol in her blood. Cortisol helps body to handle stressful situation appropriately, but in its access is harmful. The exceed exposure of cortisol in adult causes to illness, exhaustion and depression, etc. In addition this leads to bad health conditions, heart diseases, ulcers and even the high blood pressure. The cognitive function of the baby is affected  [...]
    Posted at April 14th, 2011 | Pregnancy
  • Very Early Symptoms of Pregnancy: An Overview
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    Very Early Symptoms of Pregnancy: An Overview
    There are many very early symptoms of pregnancy. They may vary from woman to woman. Very early symptoms of pregnancy can vary in terms of duration, frequency, and intensity. Some of these very early symptoms of pregnancy are similar to discomforts felt in menstruation. Most of these very early symptoms of pregnancy are subtle and not distinct. 1.    Missed Period A missed period is often the most early sign of pregnancy. This symptom serves as the precursor for other symptoms. Some women may have a lighter menstruation in comparison with their regular period. 2.    ‘Feeling’ Pregnant Some women have a sort of a sixth sense when it comes to pregnancy. This sort of intuition may prove accurate. Women may tend to feel tired, lightheaded and moody. Some women may experience heartburn and constipation. Trips to the bathroom  [...]
    Posted at December 11th, 2010 | Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications: Women Worry For No Reason
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    Pregnancy Complications: Women Worry For No Reason
    From the day that you learn about your pregnancy, it is obvious for you and your partner to start feeling protective about the little one inside you. At the same time, it is natural for you to be worried about pregnancy complications and other such problems. Don’t worry; you aren’t the only one with the irrational fears. All of us have gone through these stages and grappled those feelings with our pregnancies; and the feelings are known to be especially strong if it’s your first pregnancy. Here are some of those irrational fears that are known to grip women, time and again; and here are the reasons why you needn’t worry about these pregnancy complications. Miscarriage: It is unlikely that your pregnancy will end in a miscarriage. Most pregnancies in the world will only lead to the birth of healthy babies. Less than 20% of  [...]
    Posted at December 8th, 2010 | Pregnancy
  • Perineal Massage: Its Benefits
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    Perineal Massage: Its Benefits
    Perineal massage involves gently massaging the perineum, which is the skin between the vagina and the anus. Perineal massage is done during pregnancy’s last few weeks. Perineal massage has been shown to reduce the occurrence of episiotomy. Perineal tears too during childbirth too reduce. Most women individually decide whether an episiotomy is required or not. However, this decision must be postponed until crowning. The doctor can assess the perineum and offer a reasonable solution. A slow delivery that is controlled is crucial for the perineum to remain intact. This reduces the chances of laceration. It is important to minimize fetal distress. The woman and her partner must closely follow the doctor’s recommendations on when to push and when not to. Perineal massage reduces the risk of laceration. The need for episiotomy is also  [...]
    Posted at December 4th, 2010 | Pregnancy
  • Fetal Development Week by Week: A Remarkable Phenomenon
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    Fetal Development Week by Week: A Remarkable Phenomenon
    There is fetal development week by week. Fetal development week by week is a remarkable phenomenon. Prenatal development is spread over three trimesters. In the first and second months of pregnancy, the fetus is called an embryo. The embryo comprises of three layers, which lead to the development of all body organs. Fetus is a term used during the second trimester. In the third trimester, the term baby is used. First Trimester Month 1: Fertilization takes place. The ovum descends to the uterus. Cell division takes place with the embryonic disc formation. The embryo has three layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. The uterus has a special cell layer that forms the placenta. It is through the placenta that nutritive substances are passed from mother to baby. Cells form amnion which encapsulates the embryo. The nervous system is  [...]
    Posted at December 4th, 2010 | Pregnancy
  • Constipation during Pregnancy: Causes and Remedies
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    Constipation during Pregnancy: Causes and Remedies
    Constipation during pregnancy is very common. It can be extremely uncomfortable and disturbing. Hormonal changes affect the digestive system in more than one way. Pregnant women should pay a close attention to their diet. Bowel habits need to be regular to avoid constipation during pregnancy. While a woman is pregnant, there is a surge in the production of female hormones. These hormones are assigned the task of ensuring that everything functions normally. These hormones affect the intestinal movements of the pregnant. More often than not, these movements are slowed down. Progesterone is a predominant female hormone. It helps in muscle relaxation. The bowel’s outer wall comprises muscle. When it relaxes, the movement of food and bodily waste is impeded. To avoid constipation during pregnancy, women should include fiber in their  [...]
    Posted at December 2nd, 2010 | Pregnancy
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