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Diabetes - Complications with Pregnancy By : Brain If the blood-glucose levels are kept normal from prepregnancy through delivery, the chances of having a normal baby are the same for a diabetic woman as they are for a nondiabetic woman. Deal Back Pain In Pregnacy: part 1 By : Florentina Ryan Pregnancy is never a disease, but is a natural phenomenon that any woman undergoes just before child birth. Most of the women have some or the other difficulties during pregnancy. Pregnancy induced sciatica causes pain to radiate down from the lower back all the way down one leg. This is usually a result of particular muscles adapting to the new posture the woman is using to remain upright but at the same time compressing the sciatic nerve. Pregnancy and the time after you deliver your baby can be wonderful, exciting, emotional, stressful, and tiring, all at once. Experiencing this whirlwind of feelings may cause you to overeat, not eat enough, or lose your drive and energy. HOW TO Deal With Back Pain In Pregnancy :Part 1 By : Florentina Ryan Pregnancy is never a disease, but is a natural phenomenon that any woman undergoes just before child birth. Most of the women have some or the other difficulties during pregnancy. Pregnancy induced sciatica causes pain to radiate down from the lower back all the way down one leg. This is usually a result of particular muscles adapting to the new posture the woman is using to remain upright but at the same time compressing the sciatic nerve. Pregnancy and the time after you deliver your baby can be wonderful, exciting, emotional, stressful, and tiring, all at once. Experiencing this whirlwind of feelings may cause you to overeat, not eat enough, or lose your drive and energy. Signs of Ovulation By : Shola Oslo If you are planning on having a baby in the next 9 to 12 months, the advice I'm going to share with you on the signs of ovulation can save you a lot of time, effort and heartache... and most importantly, help you get pregnant as quickly as humanly possible. I'm giving you this advice because knowing exactly when you ovulate is the key to shortening the time it takes to get pregnant. The problem many women face is that they're having sex at the wrong time of the month, when they are not fertile, and wondering why they're not getting pregnant. Medication Used For Pregnancy Induced Hypertension By : Nazima Woozeer Diagnosing and treating pregnancy induced hypertension is very important and must be done at the right time lest it may cause worries to the pregnant mother concerned and her baby.The commonly used treatment options in such circumstances of high blood pressure are bed rest, short-term or acute drug therapy and long-term or chronic drug therapy. ADD - How Much Happier Do You Want Your Child To Be? By : Garry Macdonald This article describes the symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in children and the different symptoms demonstrated by girls and boys. The emphasis is on identifying the disorder to facilitate treatment. Pregnancy and Hair Loss By : C. Gray It is nothing new that women who are pregnant go through many hormonal changes that affect their body. One such change is the condition of their hair. Women will find their hair grows luxurious and thick while others find their hair becomes dull, limp or even begins to thin out. Women who find their hair is growing and is healthier can thank the increase of estrogen. Also a better diet and prenatal vitamins can attribute to the luscious locks. Toxic Time bombs: the pollution in you. By : Jayden Adams Industry challenges the evidence. Scientists are convinced. Low-level chemical exposures are linked with subtle, all too common health problems, autism, ADHD, and cancer. Dr. Maulfair explains how low level exposures to chemicals that accumulate in the body, “body burden,” can lead to chronic disease. Nutrients For Your Pregnancy! By : Chuck Arnone When a woman is healthy, balancing carbohydrates, fat, and proteins, and eating a variety of fruits and vegetables usually ensure good nutrition.Women with fears of weight gain or with eating disorders may choose to work with a health professional, to ensure that pregnancy does not trigger an eating disorder. What To Do If Your Child Has A Food Allergy By : Frank J.Senturi Allergies can be downright annoying. They can be even worse for those who discover they have food allergies. Often, parents can not tell when their child has developed an allergy to food or food by products until the child has come in contact with the food. By this time, unfortunately, it is already too late because the child has suffered through a bad allergic reaction. Possibility of Pregnancy While On Birth Control By : Rcon Franchesca The main purpose of all birth control methods is to prevent pregnancy. However, these forms of contraception do not have the same efficiency rates. Hence, there is still a possibility to get pregnant on birth control. With this, the author of this article provides a list of the inefficiency rates of some of the most common birth control options. The author also expounds on some tips on how one can get the most out of birth control methods. Child Head Louse Treatment: 5 Tips to Cure Your Child of Head Lice By : Kristi Carter This article discusses common child head louse treatments including various over-the-counter treatments and home remedies. It also discusses the importance of removing nits and cleaning the child's cenvironment. Postnatal 'confinement' food Part 2 By : Cecilia Koh Eating the right food during the postnatal period is very important amongst eastern cultures but unfortunately this information is almost lost in the process of modernisation and lack of the nuclear family. Many newly delivered mothers are at a loss on what to eat so this article aims to provide the necessary information on traditional confinement food. Old Wives Tales in Pregnancy - What Should You Believe? By : Eva Moffat There are many Old Wives Tales involving pregnant women. What is the new mother to believe? Here is help with common problems regarding what she should be eating and what is bad for her and her unborn baby. Eating Healthy During Pregnancy By : Martin Pavion Eating Healthy During Pregnancy Pregnancy and Acne Treatment By : Michael Usry If you are a pregnant woman, you should be cautious about what acne treatment products you use. Some over-the-counter products may contain ingredients that can harm your unborn child and cause birth defects. Golf During Pregnancy By : Janet Strain Pregnancy is a delicate phase of any woman’s life but being active and keeping fit during pregnancy is beneficial. In all cases, though, consult your physician or gynecologist before considering any exercise or sport. Care of the baby's umbilical cord stump By : Cecilia Koh This article is to help new parents know how to look after their newborn baby's umbilical cord stump the proper way. Aromatherapy in Labor and Delivery By : Francesca Black The time has come. After nine months of anticipation you are standing at the door, suitcase at the ready, stopwatch in hand. You’ve timed the contractions at every two to five minutes on the dot, and as the drama of birth opens its curtains before your very eyes, you wonder if all your preparations will have been enough. Acid Reflux in Pregnancy. By : Dr Phil Hariram The incidence of acid reflux in pregnancy is very high. The symptoms can be mild to very severe. During pregnancy it is important you know what you can and cannot do. Eating a Health Diet During Pregnancy By : Debra Evant It's more important than ever for a woman to eat properly and take care of her body during pregnancy than at any other time in her life. Eating properly is necessary for the health of not only the mother, but the growth and health of the unborn baby. It's also important to exercise regularly so that the nine months of pregnancy are physically as easy as possible. Morning Sickness Cures By : Alvin Toh Some women experience morning sickness throughout their pregnancy. The degree of symptoms varies in each individual. Contrary to what its name suggests, morning sickness does not always occur in the morning. It can happen throughout the day. Although there is no absolute cure for morning sickness, there are methods that can alleviate morning sickness symptoms. Multiple Births - The Preparation Ahead By : Bruce Danos With multiple births becoming more common these days, you can just keep counting your blessings. It is advisable for the would-be mother to start planning for the little wonders about to arrive in this world. Aromatherapy in Pregnancy By : Francesca Black After a century of highly medicalized prenatal care and childbirth, the trend in recent decades has swung back toward natural, gentle birthing techniques. Midwives and doulas, once frowned upon by the medical establishment, are now being welcomed into hospitals, oftentimes replacing doctors at the pregnant woman’s bedside. Much has been written about the benefits of water, hypnotism, and naturopathy in prenatal care and childbirth. Morning Sickness : Causes and Cures By : Simone Butler Morning sickness is a feature of most women's pregnancies. What causes it, and what can you do to get through it? Is Your Diet Plan Hurting Your Kids? By : Debbie Fontana In 2001, a study showed that mothers’ eating habits significantly influence how their daughters eat. If that’s true, have you ever wondered how your dieting behavior affects your kids?

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