Week By Week Guide During Pregnancy Do you know how much blessing you will receive when a mum will have a new born baby? There are lots of different emotions, ranging from the feelings of being blessed, excitement and happiness. Becoming a mother is very challenging that is why it always good to know the goods and the best thing to do when you are pregnant.Being a mother is a life changing thing, it changes your life in so many ways and in...more
Secrets of Beating the Infertility Statistics Yes, you can beat the infertility statistics rather than become one of them. Gaining a bit of knowledge through online research, and following a number of common sense tips will help you achieve your dream of becoming a parent. The secret is first of all to understand the basics so you know you are doing all that is within your power to do if you want to become pregnant, the second thing is...more
Morning Sickness During Pregnancy Pregnancy sickness occurs in 50 to 80% of new mom's to be. While the name would imply that this ailment only occurs in the morning, many women find that it can strike at any time of the day. Most cases of this sickness occur between the 4th and 6th week of pregnancy and lasts until the 14th to 16th week. Unfortunately, some women will experience pregnancy morning sickness all through out their pregnancy.What Causes Pregnancy Morning Sickness?No one knows for sure what causes it, but the theories that currently exist say that a combination of rapid changes occurring in your body plays a big part in your queasiness.It would appear that women who have a weak stomach or are prone to throwing up (due to stress, illness, birth control pills, etc) can experience pregnancy morning sickness more often and severely than women who have an "iron stomach".Another change that occurs when you are pregnant is a heightened sense off taste and smell. Smells and tastes that once were appealing take on a whole new effect, if your pregnancy sickness is bad enough, running for the nearest bathroom. It is thought that the increase of estrogen is responsible for...more
While you might be excited to find an infertility clinic so you can start treatment and achieve pregnancy, its important that you dont rush into anything. Not all clinics and practices are the same, so you really have to slow down and take your time to make sure you choose the treatment center thats right for you.Remember, the infertility clinic...more
Post Pregnancy Fitness Getting back into shape after delivering can be a daunting task for many mothers whose body has just undergone one of the most drastic changes known. But research studies show that moderate exercise can not only help lose the post-baby weight that was added during pregnancy, but can also boost the mood of the mother...more
Pregnancy: Getting Back To Weight All women put on extra weight during the pregnancy period and this continues even after the delivery of the child. This becomes a concern for women who want to relive the moments when they were smart and want to let go of the additional 15 to 30 pounds they have put on during their pregnancy periods. In order to get back to pre-pregnancy stage, a formal workout program is required to be followed strictly. Regular work outs after pregnancy help to get rid of the extra fats the body has gained by burning them through regular exercises. These are also important for the women to stay fit and healthy to take care of their baby, home and family.It is recommended to start to work out six weeks after delivery. This is recommended to let the body take the required rest. In this intermediate period, women can gradually start light exercises like walking and deep breathing. These are helpful in enhancing women's stamina that is critically required to take care of the infant.It must be remembered that weight loss after the pregnancy period is a gradual phenomenon and does not happen overnight. You need to be consistent and dedicated to the work outs and...more
As you know, during pregnancy you must never take any chances with either your or your baby's health. And the same goes when you have a yeast infection. At the first signs of an infection you must attend your doctor for diagnosis and advice. Once...more
The Emotional Stress of Being Infertile While many couples have no trouble at all getting pregnant and delivering a healthy baby – and just as many are using birth control to prevent pregnancy – a great many couples also have trouble...more
Pregnancy- the 9 stages of her life It is the happiest time when a woman gets news of her pregnancy. Giving birth is the best gift for womankind. But it is very difficult to go through this period of life. There are many physical changes in...more
Smoking During Pregnancy Is Associated With Criminality In The Offspring Mothers who smoke a pack a day or more during pregnancy are 30 percent more likely to have children who become criminals, according to a study released Tuesday.The link...more
What is best to confirm the pregnancy ? There is no one answer as to when to take a pregnancy test . Again, this is dependent on the particular brand of pregnancy test you purchase. Some tests state they are able to detect pregnancy as early...more
How Does PCOS Cause Infertility? If you have found it hard to conceive, it could be because you are infertile due to PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). PCOS and infertility are linked, but having PCOS does not mean that you necessarily cannot...more