One of the most common concerns and worries of pregnant women is that they might develop stretch marks. It is for this reason that a good and high quality stretch mark cream becomes essential.I, for instance, had become very worried that after giving birth I would be left with unsightly stretch marks. This could mean that I will not be able to wear bikinis and skimpy clothes anymore even after losing weight. Lets face it; stretch marks can indeed...more
You just carried around a baby that was the size of a bowling ball, or maybe even bigger - and it all happened within a matter of a few months. With such a rapid increase in size mainly concentrated in the stomach area, it's no surprise that most women experience skin laxity after childbirth.Skin laxity or loose skin in the abdomen area, particularly in the lower portion, is extremely common following giving birth. It's a natural side...more
In the past 9 years, I have had 3 normal pregnancies and healthy children. While the pregnancies were all normal and complication-free, I had all the different feelings going through both my mind and body. Between muscle and joint pain, there is also weight gain (in my case, this was quite substantial) causing physical discomfort. I never considered that there was any way of gaining some relief. I now know there is! It is a pregnancy massage. I recently discovered (maybe too late for me) that this is an option when pregnant, in most circumstances.When pregnant, we all know that we must, not only take care of ourselves, but also of the new baby growing within us. We have many feelings, some of them stress, anxiety, depression, as well as joy of the wonders and challenges ahead. All these feelings are normal, and can be alleviated a bit, unbeknownst to us through a pregnancy massage.So many issues can be helped by going to a certified pregnancy specialist, also known as a pre-natal specialist. The specialist will have special pillows to support the baby, and will know how to properly position the pregnant woman. Deep tissue massage is not appropriate during a pregnancy massage, but...more
In the beginning months of your pregnancy, when you are first starting to show, your regular jeans and tops begin to get a little snug. You might strain to get your favorite pair of jeans buttoned or realize that your usual tank tops are riding up a bit. This same issue occurs after your pregnancy, when your maternity clothes are too...more
Let's face, whether it's your initial, next, or far more having a baby, every expectant mom has questions. Though the material you can find on the web, from healthcare professionals, and even relevant personalized practical knowledge is useful, every pregnancy is various and new situations arise all the time. Having having a baby queries...more
When you leave your doctors office after your first prenatal exam, chances are you are already several weeks into your pregnancy. The question of what to eat during pregnancy may not have come up at all. After all, doctors seem to be more concerned with what not to eat while you are pregnant: alcohol, raw meat, sushi and liver might be mentioned.That leaves an awful lot of women who want to guaranty their baby good nutrition without gaining a lot of extra weight, unsure of what to do. Here are some of the answers you need so you can eat well and feel great.Where to Start with What to Eat During PregnancyThe first question I have for you is where are you starting nutritionally? Are you already eating well? Do you stick to healthy, organic, whole foods? In that case you dont have much to do except to add a few extra calories and focus on specific nutrients. On the other hand, if you eat mostly refined, preprocessed foods, you have a lot of changes to make. Lets assume that you are the typical person who eats a variety of less than optimal foods as well as some good ones.The Pregnancy Foods Shopping TripFew supermarkets will have the kinds of foods you should be eating all the...more
Its job is to open up to allow food to enter the stomach when we swallow, and close up once the food has passed through. This action prevents the acid in your stomach from backing up into your esophagus (refluxing).Grab A Copy Click...more
Its job is to open up to allow food to enter the stomach when we swallow, and close up once the food has passed through. This action prevents the acid in your stomach from backing up into your esophagus (refluxing).Grab A Copy Click...more
It would seem odd, but some thing isn't really really appropriate. Possibly your breasts seem a little tender or swollen. It might be that selected smells are upsetting your stomach. Maybe you're having funny looks at work as a consequence...more
Once you have survived the rigors of the first trimester you should hopefully, be feeling a lot a better. Although, it does not seem that way, keeping consistent with your exercise routines during the first 13 weeks of your pregnancy will help you...more
What a great experience being pregnant can be. There can also be potential concerns, the troubles of weight gain, muscle pain and joint pain, as well as the aches in our bones. This is such a joyous occasion, as well as one of a challenge. We feel...more
All the signs are there, the bloated feeling, a touch of nausea, and sore or tender breasts. Most telling could be the absence of your typical monthly cycle. Naturally having a baby is the initial thing that comes to mind. There are lots of means of...more