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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Being pregnant is not a hurdle to enjoy a little romance
- Most of the time pregnant women are afraid to have a little romance. Probably they are afraid something could happen to their baby. Well, that's wrong. It is important that you do not ignore your own needs or those of your spouse's during pregnancy. Unless your doctor has warned you otherwise, it is generally safe to have intercourse while pregnant. You will not hurt the baby, nor will your hubby ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Vacation is one way to run away from stress during pregnancy
- What should you do to have a happy pregnancy? Many things you could do, but what most pregnant women rarely do is having a vacation. Get a life and try to relax a little bit. Or take an extended weekend just to refresh and recharge your batteries.Downtime is very important, and in a world where nearly all of us are tied to cell phones and lap tops, even away from the office, it is good to g...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is a baby allowed to play in its first month?
- What should you do to have a happy pregnancy? Many things you could do, but what most pregnant women rarely do is having a vacation. Get a life and try to relax a little bit. Or take an extended weekend just to refresh and recharge your batteries.Downtime is very important, and in a world where nearly all of us are tied to cell phones and lap tops, even away from the office, it is good to g...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to deal with headaches during pregnancy
- Headaches are one of the more unpleasant "side effects" that come with pregnancy. All women will have some, but most will experience them in the first and last trimesters. In the first three months, this is thought to be primarily due to such factors as increased blood volume, the initial stresses, and hormonal changes. In the final three months, the causes are more likely to be poor pos...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Eating healthfully when a new baby arrives
- A new baby can be overwhelming for the whole family. The last thing on your mind is cooking for yourself or eating a healthy diet. However this is the time you really need to eat right. Whether you're breastfeeding and need the extra calories, want to increase your stamina against the sleep deprivation or are starting to think about losing the "baby weight" - a healthy diet can really he...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Vitamin c prevents pregnancy complication
- Women who supplement with a small amount of vitamin C during the second half of pregnancy reduce their risk of one contributor to premature birth, according to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005; 81:859?63).The end of pregnancy and the beginning of the birth process is marked by rupture of the walls (membranes) of the sac that holds the growing fetus and the amniotic fluid. A ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Five ways to read your bodys changes before pregnancy test
- What are the most unforgettable changes happen to your body when pregnant? There are a few things, but mostly women can't forget about their breast which get sore and sensitive and their belly which get bigger and bigger during nine month.Do women know about their changes before checking themselves to doctors? Women who never get pregnant might think they suffer some kind of disease when th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mommy is having a baby!
- Preparing for a new arrival from the beginning of your pregnancy is the best way to familiarize your children with the lifestyle changes a new baby brings. Involving young children as your body grows and changes will build the anticipation of meeting the newborn.How you involve your children will depend on their age. Here are some ideas to help your family prepare for a new baby:Expl...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Very early signs of pregnancy - do you know the 10 pregnancy signs?
- Very early signs of pregnancy - are there 10 pregnancy signs? Yes, there are signs that indicate very early that you are pregnant. Some women will experience one or two of them, others will have several of the very early signs of pregnancy. Once you have conceived, it will take about a week for the fertilized egg to implant in the uterus. As implantation happens, it's now possible to experience on...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to lose weight after pregnancy
- Weight control is a prevalent concern for many women after pregnancy. Although common during pregnancy, weight gain is difficult for many women to handle emotionally. Many women are unclear about how to separate fact from fiction concerning this "post-pregnancy" weight control. First of all, women need to understand how much weight gain is actually "normal" during pregnancy. Do try to keep in mind...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Just how soon after having a baby is it realistic to try and fit into those pre-pregnancy jeans?
- That depends, say the experts, on a number of things including how high your body mass index was before getting pregnant."Women with higher pre-pregnancy BMIs (BMI > 27) are at greater risk of higher weight retention at one year postpartum," says a Canadian government health agency.According to Health Canada, the majority of women studied weighed 1 to 2 kg more than their p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Piece of mind during pregnancy - it is possible with babysheart
- After four years of marriage my husband and I started to plan for our family. Unfortunately we ran into some fertility issues because of my endometriosis. We eventually went to a specialist and were able to conceive after 2 years of trying to have our first child. Unfortunately I had an early miscarriage, and it left me very emotional. We decided to try again as soon as medically possible and conc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnant? did you know you can begin bonding as early as 8 weeks into pregnancy?
- Maybe someone you know has rented or purchased a fetal doppler from one of the online rental companies who offer this service. If so, you may have heard how easy and wonderful it is to be able to listen to your growing unborn baby. The ability to monitor your unborn baby has lent millions of woman welcomed peace of mind during this exciting yet stressful time.Are fetal doppler monitors safe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy preparation: who is a baby whisperer?
- A baby whisper is a Dr. Mommy who inspires and instructs new Moms on building strong connections with their babies.By learning a practice of simple and effective techniques, Moms can learn to whisper relaxing phrases to their babies before birth as the baby grows, and during and after delivery.Why is this Practice Important?Scientific research shows that when Mom is stessed be...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The developing child
- We know the fetus is experiencing whatever is going on with the mother. This is the good news or the bad news as the case may be.In an ideal world I would focus my attention on creating a pleasant and harmonious environment for the developing child. This could look like connecting with the fetus, sending love and messages of welcome. This can be especially important if the pregnancy was not...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Labor and delivery
- This is it - the finish line. You and your partner have been training for this event for the last 40 weeks and there is no turning back. Hopefully, you have registered in a prenatal class (aka childbirth education class) to help prepare you for labor and delivery. And if you haven't already registered, then you should as soon as possible since spaces always fill up early. Very few couples, who are...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Life after birth
- LIFE AFTER BIRTH: THE FIRST 6 WEEKSLife after birth can be chaotic, especially if this is your first baby. Taking care of your newborn is hard work and won't be much fun until he or she develops a personality. In case you didn't know, a newborn doesn't laugh or smile, it can't play or even hold its own head up without a supporting hand. All it can do is eat, sleep, dirty diapers, pass gas, ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Expressing breast milk: pumping for your preemie
- The shock and stress of having a baby born prematurely is difficult in and of itself to deal with. The frequent trips to the hospital are exhausting. And the worry you feel about the health of your son or daughter can be overwhelming. If you had hoped to breastfeed your baby, you will no doubt want to use a breast pump to initiate and maintain your supply until your baby is strong enough and devel...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planned parenthood prevents teen pregnancy
- Planned Parenthood is an alternative for teenagers when they do not know where else to turn. They offer education on parenting, sexually transmitted diseases, unwanted teen pregnancy precautions and offer support for individuals who want to terminate their pregnancy. Teens are provided guidance and education from trained staff members rather than receiving all their information about sex from thei...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy and tanning bed - think before you tan
- With summer coming near, you would love to put on those cute maternity sun dresses, however you do not wish to show off your pale white skin. You may be asking yourself if tanning while having a baby inside you is a smart move?At present, you want to decide if you can tan without putting your child in danger. Tanning beds during pregnancy are just as safe as tanning outside in the direct su...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Very early symptoms of pregnancy - do you know these very early pregnancy signs?
- Very early symptoms of pregnancy -- what are they? If asked, most women remember their very early pregnancy signs if they have been pregnant before. Some women can detect the moment they begin ovulating, while many women cannot tell when or if they have ovulated. Often, women can detect when the fertile days of their cycle have ended. Some women can detect the moment they have become pregnant. And...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fetal development month by month
- Month 1: Your first month of pregnancy your baby will accomplish many things, first and foremost, conception, fertilization, and implantation. After a woman ovulates, the egg is normally fertilized within 24-48 hours. The single fertilized cell begins to rapidly divide and at this point in time is called a zygote. Many amazing things happen at fertilization. Your baby's entire physical attributes ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - After birth weight control
- After having given birth; weight becomes a lasting issue for many women.Every year, there are many women who have left over weight brought on by the loving process of pregnancy.Once the baby is born you lose 12.5 - 14 pounds, any weight above that must be taken off by the new mom, if she so desire and if her doctor deems it beneficial for her to do so.Each woman has her own re...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Chill out, mama! four tips on managing stress in pregnancy
- One of the best gifts you can give your baby and yourself is a calm, clear mind and a relaxed body and nervous system. Why? Your unborn baby receives chemical messages through the bloodstream through that amazing organ we call the placenta. It’s really a neglected little miracle, that placenta; it provides nourishment for your developing baby for months on end. Make sure that the hormones yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why pregnant women get stressed and depressed?
- If you are a pregnant mother or soon will be, this is the most important reality you going to face. You will get stress and depress. Why? The physical and mental changes of a pregnant woman can affect her stress levels-especially since she is forced to see herself in a new light. The woman who was once the prettiest girl at the dance may have turned into a sluggish, chubby grouch seemingly overnig...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is pregnancy changes you?
- People say pregnancy is a fun and exciting time. Probably they are right, but don't you think that behind the fun and excitement, you also feel the changes in your body. Any woman who has ever been pregnant knows that changes come with the nine months as the "Baby Carrier."What Are Those Changes?Naturally, our bodies change. Our boobs get bigger, our tummies expand and our taste buds...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy and celiac disease
- If you have celiac disease and are well controlled because you stick rigidly to a gluten-free diet, you are as likely as anyone who has not got celiac disease to have a healthy pregnancy and baby.Those who have celiac disease and who do not have a completely gluten-free diet have an increased risk of problems for themselves and their baby.Pregnancy is demanding on the body; the mum n...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The sleepless challenge
- For me, it was "welcome to motherhood". Ready or not, I was in for a wonderful experience. But my first challenge was to overcome the first few months of literally no sleep. It was my first baby, and I felt the pressure of doing everything "just right". I wanted to be a perfect mom. But I quickly learned that parenting was going to be a lifelong journey and that I would make pl...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exclusively pumping breast milk: why women do it
- Exclusively pumping breast milk is best thought of as an alternative to formula feeding. While there are some women who decide to exclusively pump even before their babies are born, they are by far the minority. Instead, most women who exclusively pump fully intended to breastfeed and believe strongly in the benefit and value of breast milk. When confronted with difficulties or situations that mak...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Exclusively pumping breast milk
- It is commonly recognized that breast milk is the best possible nutrition for an infant and more and more women are choosing to breastfeed their babies. But what happens if breastfeeding is not possible? Many people would suggest that the only alternative is to bottle feed formula. But, due to the improvement in breast pumps over the past decade or so, an increasing number of women are making the ...
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