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Pregnancy and Depression

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People discuss post-partum depression rather openly nowadays; as someone who had 3 children I can feel for those who have experienced it, as I had my moments. I was happy to hear when actress Brooke Shields came forward with her experience, because she helped normalize something some still felt they had to suffer in silence with. Yet something that we do not hear about often is the depression some women feel while they are pregnant, so I was glad when I found some research discussing this very important issue. Isn’t pregnancy supposed to be the happiest time in a woman’s … Continue reading →

Teen Vogue Promotes Teen Pregnancy

Who are these magazines for anyway? It was not their intention when they set out, but after the photo shoot with teen supermodel Jourdan Dunn, the magazine learned of the pregnancy and decided to take advantage of a teachable moment. “Teen pregnancy is a difficult, real-life issue that Teen Vogue readers are mature enough to be exposed to,” Astley (Editor-in-Chief)said in a statement. “Teen Vogue felt it was important to support, not punish, Jourdan Dunn, who contributed to a beautiful photo shoot and who will surely have an ongoing and successful career in fashion.” The cover has raised eyebrows among … Continue reading →

The Pregnancy Blog Week in Review for October 19-27

A wide variety of topics have been covered recently in the pregnancy blog. If you haven’t been reading, this is a good place to catch up. Professional and at home tooth whitening has become really popular in the last few years. You may be wondering if certain procedures are safe during pregnancy. Learn more about it in Is it Safe to Whiten Teeth in Pregnancy? Regular chriopractic care has benefits for pregnant women. There are benefits for labor as well. Read more in The Benefits of Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy Eating Disorders in Pregnancy pose serious health risks to both … Continue reading →

Eating Disorders in Pregnancy

Proper nutrition is vital during pregnancy for the growth and development of the fetus. It is imperative that women receive treatment for the eating disorder, preferably prior to pregnancy. According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists and the World Health Organization, there are major risks to the baby without treatment. Women with eating disorders often have trouble conceiving. Extreme weight loss can lead to irregular cycles or cause disruption of the menstrual cycle. This condition is known as amenorrhea, or the cessation of the menstrual cycle. When cycles are irregular, ovulation can be impossible to predict. When women … Continue reading →

The Family Dinner Project Promotes Family Unity

Does your family sit down together every night for dinner? Many families are in the habit of parking themselves in front of the TV as they eat dinner. Those families are missing out on a great opportunity to connect with each other. The Family Dinner Project has some excellent advice about why eating dinner together as a family is so important. The About Page at The Family Dinner Project has an summary of why families really need to have dinner together. It says: Over the past 15 years, research has shown what parents have known for a long time: Sharing … Continue reading →

When To Seek Help for Your Teen

It really comes down to a judgment call, but there are some specific situations that require immediate action when parenting a teenager: * Self-injury, such as cutting or burning * Tobacco/nicotine addiction * Shoplifting/stealing * Violence/aggression * Anxiety * Eating disorders * Alcohol abuse/dependency * Illicit/prescription drug use These are cause for a full-blown fire alert. You need to get help for your teen immediately, no matter how much resistance your encounter. Allow me to add a few more that have long-term consequences and need to be immediately addressed: Academic difficulties. Your teenager has another primary identity: student. It’s not … Continue reading →

Is Early Menopause In Your Family’s Health History?

Ah, menopause. The very word conjures up images of cranky, middle-aged women sweating like crazy in the middle of winter. Sometimes, though, women begin to experience menopause before they are in their mid to late forties. There are a few things that can cause a woman to experience menopause early, including removal of or damage to her ovaries, autoimmune disorders, and genetics. Your family’s health history may influence whether you experience menopause early for two reasons. One reason is that most women go through menopause at approximately the same age that their mother did. You may want to ask your … Continue reading →

Ten Reasons Why Your Period May Be Irregular

A late or skipped period is often cause for alarm. Am I pregnant? Is something else wrong with me? But you may not need to panic! The average woman has between eleven and thirteen periods per year — but that’s just an average. If your cycle is longer or shorter, that may be normal for you and you don’t need to worry! Here are some common causes for an irregular or skipped menstrual cycle: Pregnancy. Yep, it’s number one according to WebMD. If you think you might be pregnant, treat yourself as if you ARE pregnant until you get things … Continue reading →

Avoiding Childhood Obesity

Helping your children to make good food choices when they are young will help them to avoid future health problems and specifically problems with childhood obesity. From the day that they are born you are your child’s first teacher. It is only normal that they would want to mimic the people that they love most in this world—their parents. Your children will learn how to establish healthy eating habits most directly from you. Although it is tempting to grab a high-calorie, empty food snack try to avoid this whenever possible, especially when your children are around. During mealtimes, eat as … Continue reading →

Oregon Grape

Before moving to Oregon this spring, I’d never heard of Oregon grape. This is an evergreen shrub that bears deep blue and purple grapes. The leaves are shiny and the flowers are fragrant — but the true medicinal value of the plant lies beneath the ground. Native Americans used Oregon grape for both food and medicine. The berries were used in jellies, wines, and soups. The root was crushed and dried for use in remedies for ulcers, heartburn, rheumatism, kidney disorders, skin conditions, and poor appetite! Early settlers on the western frontier learned of the root from the natives. During … Continue reading →