All Entries in the "PRENATAL CARE" Category
Herpes Drug May Be Safe In Early Pregnancy
There is always the tendency to err on the side of caution when it comes to taking any kind of medication or pharmaceutical drugs during pregnancy for the apprehension that it may result in birth defects in the baby. Now, however, research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association says that certain antiviral [...]
Nutrition During Pregnancy – Some Dos And Don’ts
Though every pregnancy is vastly different and while one woman will have certain cravings and aversions that others simply do not, nutrition during pregnancy is something that should be paid close attention to.
Nutrition during pregnancy is important not only because it provides valuable [...]
Bacon And Eggs For A Healthy Baby
With the possible morning sickness, a heavy, cooked breakfast such as bacon and eggs may sound distinctly off-putting for the expectant mom, but it would seem that this breakfast could really be good for her!
This traditional fry up and the nutrients found in eggs and bacon could protect babies from birth defects, according to the [...]
Vitamin D Supplements Recommended For Pregnant Women
According to researchers at the UCL Institute of Child Health, it is advisable for pregnant women to take Vitamin D supplements.
Deficiency of Vitamin D has been associated with poorer neonatal health as well as pregnancy complications says an article published by the British Journal of Nutrition. A vitamin D supplement is not usually administered to [...]
Twin Pregnancies – What They Mean For Mommy To Be
Once a twin pregnancy is diagnosed, it means that the mother to be needs to take certain extra precautions and know about possible complications due to the twin pregnancy:
More frequent antenatal checkups and ultrasounds to keep track of the babies’ and mothers’ health and to check for possible preterm labor are required.
There is [...]
What The New Health Care Law Means For Pregnant Women
Up until now, health care services for pregnant women and new mothers have been sadly lacking, which problem will be sought to be addressed by the new health care reform.
Women face issues such as health insurance providers refusing to cover childbirth costs or charging higher premiums by treating pregnancy as a preexisting condition.
Though many of [...]
Eat More Fish, Pregnant Women Told
When we were told as children that fish was brain food, they weren’t wrong. A recent study has shown that eating fish when pregnant results in the child having healthy brain function. So if you want your baby to be smarter and have a healthy brain, eat more fish.
The London Metropolitan University, England and National [...]
Homeopathy Could Help With Pregnancy Related Hemorrhoids
One of the many discomforts that pregnancy could bring along with it is hemorrhoids, the swollen blood vessels in the area of the rectum which may cause, itching, pain and bleeding or may even cause no discomfort in some cases.
This could be in part due to the pressure that the growing uterus puts on the [...]
Sushi During Pregnancy – Is It Allowed?
The matter of eating sushi, which is considered to be the consumption of uncooked or semi cooked fish, is naturally likely to raise concerns during the time of pregnancy.
There are a number of problems that stem from uncooked or improperly cooked items that can pose problems for pregnant women, such as Listeria and Salmonella, which [...]
6 Reasons Why Exercise Is Vital During Pregnancy
If you are in two minds about getting active and exercising during your pregnancy, here are six reasons to help you decide:
Exercise helps build strength and stamina. When you undergo labor preceding the birth of your child you will realize just how much strength and stamina you will need! So do yourself a favor and [...]
