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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy and exercise, how to stay fit while being pregnant
- EXERCISE SAFELYThe first thing to understand when you exercise during your pregnancy is to take extra care. This doesn't mean exercise less, rather be sure to know and understand your body limits. Even though exercising during your pregnancy can be beneficial, there are certain risks involved that may be detrimental. Be sure to check in with your doctor or midwife to ensure that you are abl...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Conception tips and tips for getting pregnant for those who are trying to conceive
- CONCEPTION TIPSConception takes place in three basic stages: ovulation, then fertilization, and the division of the fertilized egg, which then implants in the uterus - which it isn't until then when pregnancy is considered successful! To better understand the process, we have explained in greater detail below each step of the process. If you are trying to conceive, keep reading these concep...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Folic acid - an overview of its importanace before and during pregnancy
- FOLIC ACID ? AN OVERVIEWFolic Acid, also know as Vitamin B9, assists in preventing certain birth defects of the spinal cord and brain known as neural tube defects (NTDs). Without a sufficient amount of Folic Acid the cells that form the baby's brain and spine become deficient resulting in spina bifida (open spine) or anencephaly (undeveloped brain). There are over 4,000 births defects annua...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 10 pregnancy risk factors that every pregnant woman should be aware of
- Many factors affect the development of a fetus into a healthy child, some which are beyond your control and others that are within your control. Here are ten of the most common pregnancy risk factors that can be controlled or influenced:Smoking - Smoking is not only bad for you, but bad for your baby as well. Smoking during pregnancy reduces the amount of oxygen that the baby receives a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy symptoms, signs and symptoms of being pregnant
- EARLY PREGNANCY SYMPTOMSAlthough a lot of women experience pregnancy symptoms, and find signs of being pregnant, other's don't "feel" pregnant. Certain signs and symptoms of being pregnant can be confused with other illnesses. The following list are some telltale symptoms of pregnancy. Morning sickness is one of the most common signs of being pregnant, but you also might be one of the lucky...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Weight gain during pregnancy: choosing the right foods
- So you need to gain weight but don't want to gain too much weight during your pregnancy right?There are many things that you can do to improve your diet and ensure that you gain a minimal but healthy amount of weight during pregnancy.Choosing the right foods is important because you will be able to loose weight more quickly after delivery if you manage your diet during pregnancy....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dealing with common pregnancy complaints
- Pregnancy is not without its side effects. During pregnancy your body will undergo many hormonal changes. These hormone fluctuations can result in a variety of unpleasant symptoms including: nausea, fatigue, bloating and fluid retention and mood swings.What's a pregnant woman to do? Believe it or not, there are many changes you can make to your diet that will help minimize many of the commo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Keeping cool when pregnant
- Chill Out: how to keep your cool this summerWhen the heat is on, life can become very hard when you are pregnant. Instead of looking forward to those long, hot August days, you may find yourself dreaming of igloos and frozen ice-caps, so try out these tricks to help you keep your cool when the temperature rises.Clothes? Wear loose fitting clothes that will let the air circulat...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Extent of pregnancy prejudice
- Extent of pregnancy prejudice in Britain's workplacesEach year around 30,000 working women are sacked, made redundant or leave their jobs due to pregnancy discrimination, according to alarming new research findings released recently by the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC).The research quantifies, for the first time, how many pregnant women and new mothers say they are experiencin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy and tanning beds
- With summer approaching, you would love to wear those cute maternity sun dresses, but you don't want to show off your pale white skin. Now, you need to decide what is the best way to tan without possibly putting your baby in danger. Tanning beds during pregnancy are just as safe as tanning outside in the direct sunlight.At this time there are no studies on the effects of tanning beds on the...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Twins pregnancy?a father?s point of view
- So you're expecting twins. Congratulations!Are you still in shock? I sure was. The thought of bringing two babies into the world at one time scared the heck out of me, especially since I was already the father of two boys (ages five and three). I remembered how much work the first year was with both of them, with all of the diapers, the bottles, the sleepless nights, etc? I wondered how in ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Sex & pregnancy...do they mix?
- As a pregnant woman, you may experience sex drives much like your moods. Up and Down! Some women claim that they have no sex drive at all during pregnancy, and others, say their sex drive is better during pregnancy. With changes to your body happening so quickly, your moods and dives may also change just as quick!Here are some common questions often asked by pregnant women with helpful answ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Successful weight loss after pregnancy
- How fast you lose weight will depend on a number of factors, including the amount of weight you gained during your pregnancy.Most women will lose anywhere from 10-14 pounds within the first 2 weeks of delivery. This weight may be attributed primarily to the loss of excess fluid in the body, the baby's weight, the placenta and amniotic fluid. Some women might lose a little bit less, and othe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Coping with an unplanned pregnancy
- Your period is late and you start to think maybe you might be pregnant. Maybe you are afraid to go take a test because you don't want to find out the results. You may be asking yourself "how could this happen"? If you find yourself pregnant with an unplanned pregnancy all kinds of emotions may run through your mind. Perhaps you are secretly excited about this but scared to tell your husband. Maybe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy, diabetes, and your feet
- There are so many changes the body undergoes during pregnancy that it becomes easy to ignore the changes in the feet. During pregnancy the body releases hormones that allow the ligaments to relax in the birth canal. The ligaments in the feet also relax, causing the foot to lengthen and widen. Many will complain of a shoe size increase by one or two sizes. In most circumstances, this flattening and...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Get back your pre-pregnancy abs with side planks
- The foundation of fitness for a mom is her abdominal area. To moms a flat stomach is wonderful; a strong abdominal core is critical. The cool thing is, you can get both at the same time with side planks.Side planks are great for toning, without enlarging, the obliques on the side of your abdomen. Strong oblique muscles also add powerful stability to your back. Asthetically, side planks can ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pregnancy and pre-natal vitamins
- Pre-natal vitamins are important to the health of a growing baby. They are also important to pregnant mothers because their bodies are going through so many changes.Our diets today are often deficient in key nutrients found in pre-natal vitamins that help a baby's development in the womb. One deficiency that has been found is the lack of enough folic acid, one of the B vitamins.Recti...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Glutathione for a healthier pregnancy
- All parents-to-be nurture the dream of a healthy pregnancy and baby.But the modern environment and diet is deficient in many factors essential for the health of mother and fetus. One of those factors is antioxidants.The role of antioxidants like folic acid in preventing birth defects like spina bifida and cleft palate is well known. It is now included in all prenatal vitamin suppleme...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - You can do exercise during pregnancy, but don overdo it
- Don't get so lazy during your pregnancy. Move your body if you want to delivery your baby easily, do some exercise! Some studies show that women who exercise during pregnancy are more likely to have easy labor and deliveries and faster recoveries.
This is exactly you must do for the benefit of you and your child, but you must not overdo it and consult your healthcare on the best exe...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - What would i do without my doula?
- By the time my husband and I finally got pregnant the first time, I had done a lot of reading about birth options and we had already decided to have a midwife instead of a doctor. We believe that pregnancy is a healthy state of being, and unless something came up, a midwife was the best way to go for us. Besides, where we live, a midwife can deliver babies at hospitals, so I felt that was the safe...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Weight gain during pregnancy: choosing the right foods
- So you need to gain weight but don't want to gain too much weight during your pregnancy right?
There are many things that you can do to improve your diet and ensure that you gain a minimal but healthy amount of weight during pregnancy.
Choosing the right foods is important because you will be able to loose weight more quickly after delivery if you manage your diet dur...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - 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 is now possible ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - 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 ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Useful tips for sleep and pregnancy
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It is not uncommon to grapple with sleep restlessness during pregnancy. There could be many reasons for these sleep distur- bances. Along with heightened anticipation for your newborn baby,physical and hormonal changes may occur, which could be contribut- ing to your sleeplessness. As you progress into your pregnancy, comfortable sleep positions may become more difficult. You may a...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Things you should avoid during pregnancy
- Pregnancy is a time where you have to be careful with yourself. Many factors affect the development of a fetus into a healthy child. Whether you like it or not there some activities you should avoid for the sake of your healthy baby. There are pregnancy risks that you have to aware of.
To help you knowing what they are, here is some checklist you might want to consider:
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - The best postpartum exercise
- Would you like to know the best exercises are after your delivery? When it comes to post pregnancy weight loss, no two exercises are alike!
In the time frame immediately after pregnancy, you will probably want to stick with light activities such as walking or flexibility training. Stretching will help keep your body limber and help the blood circulate through your body, causing you ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Ten questions about pregnancy you might not want to ask your doctor
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TEN QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT NOT WANT TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT PREGNANCY
Q1. Can I get pregnant following oral sex or heavy petting?
No. You can only get pregnant from full sexual intercourse.
Q2. How will I know if I am pregnant?
If you have had sexual intercourse since your last period and you are late for you...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Stress and pregnancy
- Stress Relief During Pregnancy If you truly want to ensure a great pregnancy, you should work on keeping a healthy and positive physical, mental and spiritual state. There is substantial evidence which suggests that a mother's physical and mental wellness during pregnancy can affect not only the outcome of their pregnancy but the well being of their child later in life. You relationship with your ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Smoking during pregnancy
- If you have been drinking up until the point when you become pregnant or smoking it is also vital that you stop doing so immediately. Many women worry that they consumed a few alcoholic drinks prior to learning they were pregnant. If you are concerned you should talk with your healthcare provider. Chances are that everything will be just fine as long as you stop immediately. At this time there are...
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- 2007-04-06 10:09:42 - Rawsome beauty: luck of the draw or within reach of all?
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Excerpted from the book ?Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You? by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com
All of my life, I wanted to be beautiful. In today's society, it is more acceptable to insist...
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