During the last month of pregnancy you may begin to experience a little more discomfort due to the position and movements of the baby. Sitting and rising can be more difficult. Sleeping may be more uncomfortable. There is more pressure on the bladder and strain…
You probably became familiar with Kegel exercises during your pregnancy. Kegel exercises are equally important after pregnancy to help restore the tone and strength of your vaginal wall. Kegel exercises help strengthen your pelvic muscles, which weaken during childbirth. Why would you want to strengthen…
Looking for healthy lifestyle pregnancy information? Here are some steps for planning a pregnancy with your healthy lifestyle in mind. The most important step in planning for a healthy pregnancy is getting you healthy. This means quitting use of tobacco products, illegal drugs and alcohol.…
Most physicians will generally recommend that you avoid caffeine as much as possible during your pregnancy. One reason is that caffeine is a known diuretic, which cause you to pass fluids from your body, and can leave you dehydrated. Drinking too much caffeine can also…
Many times new mothers fail at breastfeeding because everyone around them makes it seem so complicated. They have little experience with babies and nobody instills confidence in them. Some will tell them it’s a big sacrifice, painful and difficult. Others will hint that everyone should…
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It’s all glamour in the pregnancy department this week. Think back pain, varicose veins and weird and wonderful dreams. If that wasn’t enough, the second trimester is when you ‘blossom’, so make sure your maternity clothes are prepared to take the strain. If you’ve plonked…
The good news is that now your body is becoming accustomed to being pregnant, your nausea should have disappeared. The bad news is it may well be replaced by heartburn and indigestion. These can be managed by eating frequent, smaller meals and drinking a glass…
Congratulations, you’re now officially halfway. If you’re feeling a bit anxious about your upcoming scan, remember that sex is a great stress reliever. It is perfectly safe during pregnancy unless you’ve been advised otherwise by your midwife or physician. If sex is the last thing…
Give yourself a pat on the back because you are now in the second trimester of pregnancy. You may have noticed that your waist has gone on holiday and that your breasts are expanding at an alarming rate. Why not go and treat yourself with…