Pregnancy in the News this Week

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15 Aug 2009 10:44 PM

What is happening in the world of pregnancy this week? Check out the latest news below.

Kourtney, her baby, and Khloe Take Miami? Anyone else having a hard time juxtaposing Kourtney Kardashian's baby news with her new reality show? The reality star is due in December. Someone tell me how a baby is supposed to fit in with the show's image. I think 'Take Miami' needs to move over to TLC. What is your reaction to this news?

Low Choline Levels Post a Risk U.S. researchers report that low levels of choline in a pregnant woman's blood increase the risk of brain and spinal-cord defects in newborns. Prenatal vitamins contain very little choline, if at all. It's time to stock up on your egg yolks, soy, wheat germ and meats. How about ham and egg on a whole wheat English muffin with soy milk for breakfast? Eating a variety of foods should always be an important aspect of a pregnant woman's diet.

Pompeo Does Pilates for Pregnancy Fitness Say that five times fast! The star of Grey's Anatomy takes pilates classes in Los Angeles, baby bump and all. Pilates is a great fitness option for pregnant woman. It can help strengthen the muscles that support your growing belly.

Seizures During Pregnancy Women who suffer from seizures during pregnancy run a higher risk of giving birth to premature or small babies. For women that suffer from epilepsy, controlling seizures during pregnancy is top priority. Researchers note that it's the seizures themselves that raise the risk, whether or not the woman has been diagnosed with epilepsy.

Jennifer Hudson The powerhouse vocalist welcomed a baby boy this week. I am really excited for her. Considering all that her family has gone through this past year, this new little life has come just in time. New babies are such a blessing and have a way of healing hurting families.

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Kim is a freelance writer and stay at home mom to her 8-month-old son, Micah. She has been married to her husband, Eric, since 2006.

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