10 Things I Learned About Pregnancy
Before my children were born, I was in awe of co-workers and friends and their expanding bellies. However I never really understood the range of emotions (mood swings anyone?) I would feel or the profound life change I would experience while preparing to bring a new life into this world.
To help prepare others for this life- and body-altering event, I’ve prepared a top ten guide – a la David Letterman – to help you along the process.
10 Your body has amazing elastic qualities. Who knew skin would s... Read more...
Antepartum Care: Giving Baby More Time
Prenatal care is essential for the health of a woman and her unborn baby. It provides the opportunity to identify risk factors that may influence the health and well-being of a woman and her child.
However, sometimes conditions arise that require extra precautions. Premature labor, diabetes, autoimmune disease, hypertension and multiples are some of the conditions that require close observation and sometimes hospitalization during the course of the prenatal period. In a given year, up to 20% of a...
The Expectant Dad
An expectant Dad often feels at loose ends; not knowing what to do or when to act as he prepares for the life-altering role of being a father. This is understandable because Moms and Dads are not created equal when it comes to parenting. Studies show the mother/child bond is hard-wired and Mom often parents by instinct but Dad will need to learn parenting skills and actively build his bond with his child. To gain greater confidence, here are a few activities for the Dad-to-be while waiting for b...
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Tips for Staying Cool during a Summer Pregnancy
You’re pregnant and excited, until you start counting and realize your due date is in July! You are not alone. More women deliver babies in July, August, and September then any other three month period. And the these summer months in the D/FW area mean temperatures averaging about 90 degrees. How does one stay cool and comfortable during these miserable months? Here some simple things to help beat the heat.
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Early prenatal care:
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Now that you know, What will you do?
Confirmation of your pregnancy marks the beginning of a new era for you and your spouse. You will be bombarded with a plethora of suggestions, images, and advertising regarding healthcare options. Where do you start? What do you need to do and when should you do it? The following is a guide to help you navigate this new territory and choose your obstetrician, hospital, and pediatrician.
Choosing your health care provider is choosing a partner for this pregnancy with whom you feel comfortable and ...
How to Tell the Boss You're Pregnant
Two lines appeared on the stick and keeping the news under wraps is unbearable! You want to shout to the world, “I’M PREGNANT!” But when it comes to your career, silence may be golden. So when do you tell the boss…and how?
When do I break the news?
Many women wait until they’re through the first trimester, when they’re more confident the pregnancy will sustain. But you shouldn’t wait until you’re showing, either. Here are some factors to consider:
• Complications: If you’re having pregnancy complicat... Read more...
Pregnancy Diet Tips
At no other time in life is nutrition as important as before, during, and following pregnancy. While the old adage, “you’re eating for two” is true, pregnancy is not an excuse to double your portions! However, what you eat is vital to your baby’s health – and yours! Here are some diet tips from WebMD.
A Pregnant Woman Should Include in Her Daily Diet at Least:
While the guidelines for eating well during pregnancy are simple, the when, where, and how much varies by the expecting mom. During the fir... Read more...
Stress Buster: The Magic Massage
A woman’s body experiences tremendous changes when she is pregnant. Massage during pregnancy helps relieve many of the uncomfortable conditions that arise. The overall goals for pregnancy massage are to promote relaxation, help minimize stress, and prepare the muscles for child birth. The specific techniques and movements used by licensed therapists are designed to relieve particular conditions, including:
• Lower back pain
• Swelling of hands and feet
• Headaches
• Calf cramps
• Insomnia
• Sinus Cong...
