Of course I want you to always listen to your doctor first. He or she knows what you need and is carefully monitoring you during your pregnancy. But you will soon see that all of the foods recommended in What to Eat While Pregnant are also highly recommended by almost every doctor and medical professional. And if there are certain foods you have been told to stay away from, you can simply eliminate those foods and choose from the...more
You probably already know how important it is to eat a well-balanced diet, but it is even more important when you are pregnant. Keep in mind now you are eating for two. Whatever you eat, the baby eats as well. In fact the baby actually takes your nourishments so you must eat enough for both of you. The healthier you eat the better it is for the pregnancy and you.Keep a Positive Attitude - Research has shown that physical health is...more
PCOS stands for polycystic ovary syndrome. Between 5 and 10 percent of women suffer with PCOS and as can one of the reasons why certain women can't conceive. However, just because you have PCOS does not mean you can't get pregnant. PCOS is a condition in which there are many small cysts in the ovaries. It is very common for women with PCOS to have ovulation problems and even go months without ovulating. It is imperative for women to ovulate to get pregnant, and this is why it is hard for women with PCOS to get pregnant. As well as cycles without ovulation, a woman who suffers from PCOS could have poor egg quality due to her periods being spaced too far apart. The ultimate cause is unknown but in women who have PCOS, their hormones are out of balance causing problems with menstrual periods and affecting fertility. There are many misleading myths surrounding PCOS. For example when women are diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome and after being told they have cysts on their ovaries, they are fearful because they think they will need extensive surgery to fix it. Some are told that PCOS will make them obese, and if their ovaries are removed they will find it easier to lose...more
Are you wondering when the very best time to get pregnant is? A lot of women are motivated to know how to get pregnant are really interested.The most effective time to get pregnant is throughout the ovulation period. The ovulation period is when a woman's egg moves into the fallopian tubes. This is the most fertile time. A woman's chances...more
One of the most discouraging conditions for a woman is that she is having difficulty in getting pregnant. While pregnancy is more of a chance, there are reasons makes this chance slimmer. Despite the woman's desire to conceive, the reasons of not getting pregnant overcome her capacity. The following are some common causes:Health...more
I work for a clinic that offers 4D ultrasound. Many people are skeptical about 4D ultrasound and some think that this could be dangerous for both the mother and the infant but as an experienced sonographer I am fully confident of my skills and learning. For 30 years of ultrasound technology usage, there had never been a case of a serious deformation or mental damage to any of the patients' fetuses.As a sonographer, we should administer the procedure by utilizing only the specific intensity of ultrasound waves and by using the equipment for a maximum of one hour. Many parents have been very anxious to see their baby before they are born and it is a great pleasure on my part to assist them as they eagerly anticipate their babies' face."Ted," said the receptionist, "here is a woman who wants a 4D ultrasound but she is only at 17 weeks gestation."Does she have a doctor's order?" I asked."No, she doesn't seem to have one." She replied. "I better talk to her myself then." I stepped out of the ultrasound room and went to the waiting area. I saw a young woman with a very bright smile and young man with an equally captivating grin. They look like a typical couple...more
Having a miscarriage can be really difficult for a couple, especially for the mother. Merely thinking that she lost her baby can lead to depression. The coping capability of couples varies. Some couples move on and proceed to conceiving...more
There is an optimum age when a woman can get pregnant and this depends on her health condition. Usually, though, this is between 20 and 25 years old. At this age, the reproductive system functions at its best. For women who are...more
The belief that women over forty have problems conceiving has become deeply ingrained that whenever they approach the said age, they start to worry. However, contrary to the common belief, fertility after 40 can still be within...more
Infertility problems affect as many as five million people in the United States. Women are especially left to deal with a multitude of causes ranging from abnormal hormone production to anatomical defects in the reproductive organs. The...more
Many women around the globe are looking for guidance on how to get pregnant. It seems that there are some who find it all too easy to conceive, but countless others find that they need the help of other new methods to succeed.Here are just a few...more
Run a simple Google search for what to eat when pregnant and chances are, the top two foods you should eliminate are caffeine and sugar. Both of these ingredients are in the average woman's diet, and it's necessity for anyone...more