Recent Pregnancy Blog | April 2009 PostsDealing with Night Sweatsby Pattie Hughes30 Apr 2009 07:52 PMSome women will experience night sweats at some point during pregnancy. The degree of sweating can vary from very mild and occasional sweating to more severe sweats. Night sweats are similar to hot flashes that are experienced later as menopause approaches. The Economy and Telling the Boss You're Pregnantby Pattie Hughes28 Apr 2009 06:27 PMTelling the boss about a pregnancy is often a stressful situation, whether the new mom is planning to stay employed after the baby is born or not. In the current economic downturn, the stakes are even higher. Appendicitis in Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes25 Apr 2009 08:35 PMAppendicitis occurs during pregnancy at rates that are comparable to the general non pregnant population. In fact, appendicitis and gall bladder surgeries account for the vast majority of all pregnancy unrelated surgeries in pregnant women. The Importance of Vitamin D in Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes22 Apr 2009 11:10 AMVitamin D is an important nutrient in pregnancy for the growth and development of the baby's bones and teeth. In addition, vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium and phosphates. Proper nutrition during pregnancy, including adequate vitamin D, may help lower the risk of pre-eclampsia. Research on Exercise in Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes19 Apr 2009 08:11 PMThe recommendation for most healthy pregnant women is to get regular exercise. Unless there is a complication that makes exercise not safe, most doctors and midwives recommend activity at least three times each week. The reasons for the recommendations have been largely anecdotal. Improving Pregnancy Outcomes in the USby Pattie Hughes17 Apr 2009 08:53 PMThe infant mortality rate and pregnancy outcomes in the United States are among the lowest in the developed world. Various health organizations, the March of Dimes and researchers have been focusing on finding answers to improve the health of mothers and babies in the US. High Glycemic Index Foods and Childhood Obesityby Pattie Hughes14 Apr 2009 10:43 AMThe food a mother eats may play a role in childhood obesity, according to a study at Dublin University College. Specifically, the study looked at the glycemic index of the snacks eaten by pregnant women in late pregnancy. The Affect of Air Quality on Fetal Growthby Pattie Hughes13 Apr 2009 07:16 PMThe quality of the air mom breathes may influence fetal growth. A study was conducted in New Jersey and the results published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. The researchers examined data from 336,000 pregnant women living in various areas in the state of New Jersey. Aerobic Exercise in Pregnancyby Pattie Hughes10 Apr 2009 10:45 PMAerobic exercise has many benefits in pregnancy. There are many kinds of aerobic activity that pregnant women may enjoy. Try a prenatal aerobics class or DVD. Walking and swimming are also good, low impact aerobic activity. Exercise for Back Painby Pattie Hughes05 Apr 2009 06:39 PMBack pain is one of the more common symptoms experienced during pregnancy. The vast majority of pregnant women will have back pain at some point in their pregnancies. For most, the back pain is not related to an injury or problem, but from the changes in the body as a result of the pregnancy. Recent Blog Comments EvaRose says... "I noticed that I had to stay hydrated during pregnancy or I would get headaches." |
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