Recent Pregnancy Blog | January 2009 PostsHow Much Water to Drink in Labor?by Pattie Hughes30 Jan 2009 08:14 PMIn the eleven years since I got pregnant with our first baby, I've often laughed at changing recommendations. Both during various pregnancies and with each baby there seems to be a new recommendation or a change from past ones. Recent research may lead to changes in drinking water during labor. Kidney Infection in Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes29 Jan 2009 06:25 PMKidney infections often result from untreated bladder infections. When a bladder infection is left untreated, the bacteria can continue to travel up the urinary tract, until it reaches the kidneys. Bladder Infection in Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes28 Jan 2009 08:28 AMBladder infection is a bacteria infection that causes inflammation in the bladder. This is also called cystitis or a urinary tract infection. The urinary tract runs from the kidneys to the bladder to the urethra. A bladder infection results when bacteria enter the urethra and travels to the bladder. Dealing with Pelvic Painby Pattie Hughes26 Jan 2009 06:22 PMPelvic pain is common in pregnancy, as the baby grows. The pelvis joint expands throughout the third trimester as the body prepares for child birth. This expansion combined with the weight of the baby is responsible for pelvic pain during pregnancy. Identifying and Treating Postpartum Depressionby Pattie Hughes24 Jan 2009 08:13 PMPost partum depression is often underdiagnosed. New mothers don't seek help for a variety of reasons or fail to notice the symptoms of PPD. Health care providers have limited contact and women often put on a brave face, which prevents diagnosis in some cases. ACOG Guidelines for Exerciseby Pattie Hughes23 Jan 2009 08:13 PMMost medical professionals agree that exercise during pregnancy is beneficial for otherwise healthy women. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology advocates exercise for healthy women at least three times a week. What is a Tilted Uterus?by Pattie Hughes22 Jan 2009 07:45 PMA tilted uterus (also called a tipped uterus or retroverted uterus) is when the uterus is slightly tilted backwards. Normally, the uterus is straight and vertical to the pelvis or tipped slightly forward. Fertility Drugs and Cancer Riskby Pattie Hughes21 Jan 2009 05:59 PMMany women undergoing treatment for infertility are given fertility drugs when they are trying to conceive. Two of the most commonly used fertility drugs are Clomid and injections of a class of drugs known as gonadotropin releasing hormones. What to do if You Face Pregnancy Discriminationby Pattie Hughes20 Jan 2009 07:29 AMAs I reported in this blog, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has reported an increase in pregnancy discrimination complaints. Many mistakenly believe this type of discrimination no longer happens with laws designed to prevent it. Health Risks Related to Teen Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes19 Jan 2009 05:02 PMTeen pregnancy continues to be a problem around the world, despite lower teen pregnancy rates. There are health risks specific to teen pregnancy that pregnant teens and parents should discuss with the doctor or midwife. Pregnancy Discrimination Complaints on the Riseby Pattie Hughes18 Jan 2009 10:55 AMThe Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Washington D.C. tracks complaints of pregnancy related discrimination in the United States each year. The organization has reported a dramatic increase in complaints for the year 2007. Review: Gaiam Prenatal Yoga DVDby Pattie Hughes15 Jan 2009 01:27 PMPrenatal yoga was my exercise of choice in my last two pregnancies. I found that when I took the time out of my day to practice yoga, I felt better. I experienced fewer aches and pains, had more energy and felt more relaxed and peaceful. There is evidence to suggest I am not alone. Recent Blog Comments mdubblec23 says... "Well, i'm 19 years old and about one year ago I was diagnosed with a complete bicorneate uterus." Michele Cheplic says... "My BFF is a major advocate of the elevated leg move." |
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