All Entries in the "PREGNANCY FAQS" Category

What You Wanted To Know About Orgasm During Pregnancy But Were Afraid To Ask

This is an issue women frequently think about it, but probably don’t talk about as much: the Big O or Orgasm during pregnancy. Some highlights:

Unless medically advised against it, sex and orgasm during pregnancy are perfectly fine.
It may be that a woman has her first ever or first multiple orgasm when pregnant.
The Big O may [...]

Pregnant? How Long Should You Keep Working?

Out of financial necessity or out of choice for the stimulating satisfaction that working gives, pregnant women have to or choose to work through their pregnancies.
And if they do so how long into their pregnancy can and should they work is a question asked here.
For the answer to this question, women who have no medical [...]

What Is A False Pregnancy Or Pseudocyesis?

When clinical and/or subclinical signs and symptoms associated with pregnancy are observed in women who are not pregnant, this is called as Pseudocyesis or false pregnancy.
The term pseudopregnancy is usually used in reference to mammals other than humans. One of the most famous cases in documented history of false pregnancy was [...]

Pregnant And Smoking? Why You May Have Trouble Quitting

Researchers have found a common genetic variation that may explain why some pregnant women find it so hard to quit smoking.
When pregnant women smoke, they increase the chances that their baby will be born underweight, and that they may have problems during delivery. [Pregnancy Complications]
Knowing the importance of not smoking, women are [...]

Is It Safe To Use Illegal Street Drugs During Pregnancy?

You should be very careful about and closely watch what you put into your body during pregnancy.
Taking illegal drugs is very dangerous for both you and your unborn baby.
Various studies showed that intake of illegal drugs during pregnancy can lead to placental abruption, miscarriage, premature labor, fetal death, low birth weight [...]

Is Acupuncture Beneficial During Pregnancy?

More and more pregnant women are turning towards acupuncture treatment in order to relieve those common disagreeable symptoms, which may occur in pregnancy, notably during the first three months.
Acupuncture works on re-establishing the balance of the body’s natural energy, known as the ‘chi’, by the use of very fine needles that [...]

Is It Safe To Use Herbs During Pregnancy?

While herbalists believe that herbs are often cheaper, healthier and better compared with conventional medicines, medical practitioners do not recommend herbs for pregnant women because of the unknown risks.
Risks of using natural herbs during pregnancy:
You are advised to consult an experienced and trained herbalist if you want to take herbs during [...]

Is It Necessary To Avoid Over-The-Counter And Prescription Medications During Your Pregnancy?

Yes, it is necessary. You need to avoid various medications throughout your pregnancy, because taking various medicines during pregnancy can result in various health problems.
You should talk with your doctor about what type of prescription and over-the-counter drugs you can and cannot use throughout your pregnancy.
So, you need to bear some of the [...]

Is Hair Loss After Pregnancy Normal For Every Woman?

Pregnancy changes your entire body, including your hair also.
Hair loss after pregnancy is really normal, similar to the hair loss during pregnancy. This is a major concern for many women.
Similar to various changes developed during pregnancy, hair loss is also a temporary problem that you will face.
Normal hair loss for every [...]

Is It Safe To Have Sex During Pregnancy?

Worried about having intercourse during your pregnancy? Pregnant women think that sexual intercourse will result in miscarriage.
But the fact is that it doesn’t cause any harm during your pregnancy.
Unless you are told by your doctor or midwife about the particular risk, it is fine to continue sexual intercourse.
For women with normal [...]