Pregnancy is mixed journey of mostly a lot of irritation, frustration, confusion and aching body parts. But when you hold your baby for the first time at the end of it all, everything that you have endured for the last 9 months suddenly seems worth it.
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Pregnancy Week by Week
Posted on August 30, 2009 by Gen WrightIs it Safe to Smoke during Pregnancy?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonWhen you first become pregnant, you will probably be overwhelmed by all of the dos and don’ts that are suddenly facing you. Some restrictions, like those against all exercise, or against any conceivable type of food that could make you ill, aren’t necessarily reasonable. There are a few restrictions however, that you should take very seriously.
Is it Safe to Go Jogging When Pregnant?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonWhile it used to be fairly common myth that pregnant women shouldn’t exercise much, that sort of thinking is starting to turn around. It is now generally accepted that a great many kinds of exercise are not only safe, but also beneficial to pregnant women.
Is it Safe to Go Biking When Pregnant?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonPregnant women receive a great deal of advice, unsolicited and otherwise, on what they should and shouldn’t do during the course of their pregnancy. One of the most enduring myths surround pregnancy is that pregnant women should not exercise, or if they do, keep it to a minimum. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth.
Is it Safe to Eat Spicy Food during Pregnancy?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonMany women have heard that eating spicy food during pregnancy can cause them to go into labor. Since there has been no conclusive research on this matter, each woman will need to look at the facts, and also decide what her own tolerances are.
Is it Safe to Eat Barbecued Foods When Pregnant?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonPregnant women have become accustomed to seeing long lists of things they should and shouldn’t do while pregnant. One of the biggest areas for concern lies in the area of foods and how they are prepared.
Is it Safe to Eat Bacon When Pregnant?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonOne of the things that concerns most pregnant women is knowing which foods are safe to eat and which ones to avoid. Most women already assume that they will need to cut back on, or avoid altogether, things like alcohol, tobacco, and various medications. One food that has led to many questions about its safety during pregnancy is bacon.
Is It Safe to Drink Wine during Pregnancy?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonWhile it has long been accepted that consuming large amounts of alcohol during a pregnancy can be extremely harmful to the unborn baby, recent research is showing that consuming a small amount of wine during pregnancy does not seem to be harmful, and in some cases, might even be beneficial.
Is it Safe to Consume Alcohol when Pregnant?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonWhile it has been well-known for some time that alcohol consumption can be dangerous in pregnant women, it is still not known just how much alcohol must be consumed before there is danger to the fetus. It’s considered conventional wisdom that pregnancy and alcohol do not mix, but there are a number of health-care practitioners who believe that a small to moderate amount of alcohol consumption when pregnant is not detrimental to mother or baby.
Why Levels Are Important?
Posted on October 16, 2009 by SWilsonIf you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, you will hear a lot about your blood glucose level when pregnant. Women with this disease, tend to exhibit a high blood glucose level, and they develop a resistance to insulin.
Popular Pregnancy Articles
Water Births
Posted on November 2, 2008 by Katharine GravesUntil twenty to thirty years ago, no-one had thought of giving birth in water. Now it's considered perfectly normal, if not desirable. Why should this be, and how has the change come about?
Shout it From the Rooftops: Let Everyone Know About Your New Baby
Posted on November 10, 2008 by Heather CarreiroWithin a few hours of your baby's birth, you're sure to have all the vital statistics memorized. Height, weight, time, date and name are need-to-know information for family and friends. You can be sure that your mother is calling all her friends, and your mother-in-law is calling all her friends and relaying the same information. Why do the facts about your baby get around so fast? Everyone just loves to talk about babies!
ABC's of Male Infertility
Posted on November 28, 2008 by SadieDid you know that there are as many causes of male infertility as there are letters in the alphabet? It may surprise you to find out just how many there are. Age: It is not clear what the effect of aging is on male fertility. However, evidence of late suggests that it may be a factor (although not to the degree that it is in women). This evidence shows that age-related sperm changes in men is a gradual process. Aging can adversely affect sperm counts and sperm's ability to swim quickly and move
Pregnancy - Trying to Get Pregnant - Are You Trying Too Hard?
Posted on April 1, 2006 by AdamHave You Been Trying To Get Pregnant?
Managing Migraine headache during pregnancy
Posted on October 3, 2007 by AdamBut for the vast majority of women, headaches during pregnancy are a temporary though unpleasant side effect of carrying a child
Cardiac Ultrasound For Pediatrics
Posted on April 1, 2006 by Yong MomaA cardiac ultrasound is also referred to as an echocardiogram and it is an important test in diagnosing and treating heart problems in infants.
Crohns Disease and Pregnancy
Posted on November 30, 2007 by AdamWomen with Crohn's disease who are considering having children can be comforted to know that the vast majority of such pregnancies
Boy Birth Announcements, Girl Baby Announcements & Birth Cards for Boy & Girl
Posted on May 7, 2008 by Sarah PorterThemes for girl baby announcements range from baby dolls to princesses. The parents can choose from numerous themes with precious girl birth announcements verses, sayings and wording ideas. Similar to photo boy birth announcements, the baby girl can be dressed in pink or have other pink accessories in the picture for the photo girl birth announcements.
Celebrity Maternity Spotting
Posted on August 9, 2008 by Chloe LIU from Queen BeeWelcome to the ultimate blog for the pregnant fashionista!! - we've created a page where you can sit back and relax and read pregnancy styling tips straight from our in-house fashion stylist!
The Ultimate Maternity Jeans Style Guide
Posted on August 9, 2008 by Chloe LIU from Queen BeeA tip from me when choosing maternity jeans - stay with your regular AUS size unless indicated on the product description, if you choose the bigger size you may find them too big in the bottom and thighs, and will be hitching them up all the time, as most maternity jeans sit underbelly. The jeans may feel a little snug at first but remember that the denim will give with each wear and wash.
