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Recent Pregnancy Blog | December 2008 PostsNew Advice Regarding Fish Consumptionby Pattie HughesLike so many nutritional recommendations, there is new advice regarding fish consumption during pregnancy. The Food and Drug Administration is now encouraging pregnant women to consume more fish. Specifically, the FDA is recommending twelve ounces of fish per week. Flu Prevention Tipsby Pattie HughesFlu season is here again. Some women choose to have a flu vaccine, but others for many reasons, including allergies, religious beliefs or personal preference, may have chosen not to get the shot. The best thing you can do is take steps to prevent the flu. Body Image and Weight Gain in Pregnancyby Pattie HughesA study at Temple University has resulted in some interesting information about body image and excessive weight gain in pregnancy. As most women know, some of us have an accurate body image, but others view themselves as either thinner or heavier than their actual body weight. How to Have a Natural Birth in a Hospital Part 2by Pattie HughesIn yesterday's blog post, I talked about the impact your choice of hospital has on your birth experience. The other part of the picture when you want a natural birth, free of interventions is the health care provider you choose to attend your birth. How to Have a Natural Birth in a Hospital Part 1by Pattie HughesMany mothers and most proponents of home birth would argue that the current medical model of maternity care in the United States makes it difficult to have a natural birth in the hospital. A New Test for Earlier Detection of Preeclampsiaby Pattie HughesPreeclampsia is one of the more serious complications of pregnancy, affecting between three and eight percent of all pregnancies, depending on the source. According to the World Health Organization, this condition is responsible for about 19 percent of all maternal deaths. Fertility Drugs: Metaforminby Pattie HughesPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects approximately seven percent of women. Women with PCOS tend to have numerous small cysts in the ovaries, irregular or absent menstrual cycles and high levels of male hormones, known as androgens. Benefits of Pilates in Pregnancyby Pattie HughesPilates is a good choice for prenatal exercise. Pilates strengthens the muscles of the abdomen, pelvis and back. This can help prepare your body for labor. In addition, you may find you feel better and experience fewer discomforts after starting a Pilates class. Fertility After 40by Pattie HughesYesterday was my 40th birthday. The occasion got me thinking about life and motherhood. No, I am not thinking of adding another baby to our family, but many women my age are having babies or trying to conceive. The common belief is that fertility drops off dramatically after the 40th birthday. Treatment for Post Partum Hemorrhageby Pattie HughesPost partum hemorrhage is a serious and potentially life threatening complication of child birth. It can happen after both vaginal and c section births. About four percent of women experience post partum hemorrhage after the birth of their babies. Post Partum Hemorrhageby Pattie HughesPost partum hemorrhage is estimated to affect approximately four percent of mothers after the births of their babies. This is a very serious and potentially life threatening complication of child birth. Post partum hemorrhage (PPH) can happen after either a vaginal birth or a c section. Pregnant without Health Insuranceby Pattie HughesWomen find themselves pregnant and without health insurance to cover prenatal care or birth for a variety of reasons. For some, the cost of health insurance is not within the family's budget or the employer does not offer health benefits to employees. Preparing for Baby When Money is Tightby Pattie HughesThe current economic climate is affecting families in a broad range of ways. Whether one partner has lost a job, had their hours reduced or the rising cost of food and energy is sapping the budget, there may not be as much money to go around these days. Should I Use Natural Beauty Products?by Pattie HughesWhen we become pregnant, we suddenly become more aware of the foods we eat and the products we use. Companies making natural beauty products tout their brands as the healthier choice. Trying to Get Pregnant? Avoid Secondhand Smokeby Pattie HughesSeveral research studies have shown a link between cigarette smoking and fertility problems. Quitting smoking has been touted as an important step in enhancing fertility. But, that may not be enough. New research now shows a potential link between fertility issues and secondhand smoke. |
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