by admin on December 15, 2009
Research have shown that eating fish such as salmon during pregnancy gives the body omega-3, fatty acids which contributes to the bran development and healthy vision of your baby and helps to stop premature delivery. Just like omega -3, salmon is a great source of selenium; protein and vitamin D. Choose an untamed pacific salmon instead of a Farmed salmon which contains high harmful levels of PCB chemicals.
There are some doctors who are against eating fish during pregnancy because it has mercury. However, I read somewhere in an article that fish has high levels of [click to continue…]
by admin on December 12, 2009
Indigestion during pregnancy is sadly the most frequent, usual and irritating condition. Due to the fragile state that your unborn child is in, you will be prescribed some medicines that you will have to take once the problem arises. Contrary to the usual indigestion problems with those not pregnant, while pregnant, it will be caused by any type of food and at any time of the day. Because of this, it is the most unpredictable condition and can be hard to get rid of. However, there are easy ways to solve it. Below are some safe and effectual ways on how to prevent and suppress the symptoms.
Indigestion during pregnancy is caused by two factors: weight and pressure that is exerted by the expanding womb on the internal organs like stomach and intestines. [click to continue…]
by admin on December 9, 2009
Raspberry leaf tea during pregnancy is among the many types of allopathic medicines from herbs that are used today. During pregnancy, all herbal medication is not recommended so it is important to do some research on them and consult your doctor before beginning on a new remedy.
Raspberry leaf tea during pregnancy and childbearing years is safe and helpful. Red raspberry herbs come in form of leaves which are used to make tonics or teas and pills such as capsules that can be swallowed. The leaf strengthens and tones the uterus; this is a very important part for childbirth, during pregnancy and during recovery after the baby is born as well. Besides, more women begin to drink this herbal tea from the time of conception will reduce miscarriage risks.
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by admin on December 6, 2009
Most doctors recommend routinely sugar test during pregnancy also known as GCT or glucose challenge test done between the twenty forth to twenty eight weeks. This test is takes place for the purposes of testing for gestational diabetes, which is a condition of high blood sugar and affects some women when they are pregnant. When you go for your first test, you will be given a sugar solution which contains 50g of glucose. The solution tastes like sugary soda pop and the solution comes in lime, orange and cola flavor and it must get down in 5 minutes. In some health centers, the solution is kept chilled or they allow you to drink it with some ice.
The solution is given at least one hour before the test is carried out so bring a magazine or book with you. A technician or your doctor will take your blood sample to test your blood sugar level. Moreover, sugar test during pregnancy is meant to check how efficient your body is in processing sugar. You will be able to get the [click to continue…]
by admin on December 3, 2009
DNA testing during pregnancy discloses so much information which the child will have once it is born. It is possible to uncover the clues and together with the information which is extracted when a DNA test is in the course of pregnancy. Technological advancement has made it possible for DNA testing during pregnancy.
DNA testing during pregnancy is done to test the DNA of an unborn child. Some of the several reasons why a test for DNA of an unborn child may at times be required is to test the paternity of the unborn child. Some other reasons are such as testing the DNA of the child for any genetically inherited diseases and abnormalities. DNA testing during pregnancy can be done when it is ten to twenty four weeks old after the conception. Sample collection as a form of DNA testing varies according to the age of the baby developing.
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