In general, a pregnancy may be considered high risk if the pregnant woman: is 35 years old or older is 15 years old or younger is underweight or overweight prior to becoming pregnant is pregnant with more than one fetus has gestational diabetes has gone into premature labor has had a premature baby has had… Continue reading
Category: Pregnancy
In awaiting of second child
The happiness and love that your first baby brought into your life is beyond measure, and now you’re thrilled to learn you are expecting another child. Although you’ve been through pregnancy and childbirth before, you now have added responsibilities and considerations in order to prepare for your second child. Fortunately, preparing for a second child… Continue reading
Which prenatal tests should I go? – part two
Maternal Blood Screening/Triple Screen/ Quadruple Screen Why Is This Test Performed? Doctors use this to test to screen for Down syndrome and neural tube defects. Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is a protein produced by the fetus, and it appears in varying amounts in the mother’s blood and the amniotic fluid at different times during pregnancy. A certain… Continue reading
Which prenatal tests should I go? – part one
Every parent-to-be hopes for a healthy baby, but it can be hard not to worry: What if the baby has a serious or untreatable health problem? What would I do? Is there anything I can do to prevent problems? Concerns like these are completely natural. Fortunately, though, a wide array of tests for pregnant women can… Continue reading
How to fight against the pregnancy hemorrhoids
Help! I’m 6 months’ pregnant and I have hemorrhoids that are driving me crazy! And, on top of it, I’m always constipated. What do I do?! – Cyndy Hemorrhoids — which are actually varicose veins in the anus or rectum — are a common pregnancy complaint. They may bleed, itch, or sting, especially during or… Continue reading
How can I relieve my bakcaches during the pregnancy
I’m 7 months’ pregnant and my back is killing me! How can I get some relief? – Fiona Many pregnant women have achy backs as their bellies grow larger and their muscles and spine strain to carry the extra weight. During pregnancy, the body also produces the hormone relaxin, which helps prepare the body for… Continue reading
More recipes for pregnant women
Chicken salad with apples Note: This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but it can be a nutritious part of almost anyone’s diet. Pregnant and breastfeeding women need to consume extra calories and eat a variety of nutritious foods to contribute to their baby’s growth and development. Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 12… Continue reading
Having a baby? What should you eat and how? Recipes for pregnant and breastfeeding women
Easy turkey lasagna Note: This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but it can be a nutritious part of almost anyone’s diet. Prep time: 1 hour, including cooking time Ingredients: 1 tsp. olive oil 1 lb. ground turkey breast 2 cloves garlic, crushed 8-oz. can tomato sauce 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes salt and… Continue reading