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Free hospital delivery improves rural women's lives China Daily Yang Yingju, director of the maternal clinic of Huishui County, says that since 2005, pregnant women can get 500 yuan for a natural birth and 800 yuan for a ... |
Have you checked out our fertility message boards lately? You can come by to ask questions, vent, introduce yourself, or offer other members support. Trying to conceive isn't easy to do, and you don't need to do it all by yourself.
Have You Checked Out Our Fertility Forums? originally appeared on About.com Fertility on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 11:07:28.
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With my most recent pregnancy, I didn't gain as much as I had with previous pregnancies. Partly because it's just the way it worked out and partially because the newer recommendations are to gain a bit less these days. You're probably wondering what is going to happen with your pregnancy weight gain. Unfortunately, pregnancy is not the time to go carte blanche and eat all you want, you are still subject to adding those extra party pounds. Remember weight gain doesn't have to be the first sign of pregnancy! I did read recently that the average weight gain, in general, is one pound over the holidays, but when you're pregnant it's more of making every bite count. So while you can still enjoy yourself, just remember that moderation is the key to avoiding those extra pregnancy pounds.
In fact, in one study about pregnancy weight gain in women who are obese (BMI above 29), it is being said that not only do they not need to gain a lot of weight, but a neutral gain and even a loss may be perfectly acceptable for these patients. One of the studies talked about the benefits of weight loss in pregnancy, as far as preventing some diseases like pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH), gestational diabetes (GD) and it could even help lower the c-section rates. Though, as with any medical study there may be flaws. So before you jump on the band wagon, make sure you read an alternate view before you leap.
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Source: Gestational Weight Gain and Pregnancy Outcomes in Obese Women How Much Is Enough? Deborah W. Kiel. Obstetrics & Gynecology 2007;110:752-758
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Gaining Weight in Pregnancy originally appeared on About.com Pregnancy & Childbirth on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at 08:55:04.
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is preparing to release a statement of warning for sling users. There have been some injuries and even seven deaths for infants in slings. Some of these accidents happened when there was equipment failure, like the sling broke and the baby fell out. Other concerns are the position of the baby and ensuring that the baby doesn't lay facing the wearer's body and smother in the clothing of the wearer. No specific sling manufacturer has been called out.
While I believe that every parent should always consider that any product that you use has limits and risks. The CPSC notes many infant injuries and deaths every year from other products like baby cribs, strollers and toys. All infant gear should be used with a watchful eye, meaning that statement that says "Adult Supervision Required" means just that.
So don't panic over the new announcement. Slings have simply gained enough popularity that there is now a notable number of people using them. And as that number goes up, warnings for using common sense must be used.
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Slings to Get Warning originally appeared on About.com Pregnancy & Childbirth on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at 16:51:25.
Self-discovery The Spokesman Review Some other uses for hypnotherapy include aid for natural childbirth, as well as physical illnesses like hypertension and stress-induced asthma, ... |
Summer, an About.com reader, posted this story to the forum this week. Her daughter, Cheyenne, was born at 32 weeks due to fetal distress. During her 6 weeks in the NICU, Cheyenne battled many issues, including IVH, reflux, and apnea. Happily, Cheyenne is now 10 weeks old, at home with her family, and thriving.
If you would like your child featured in a Preemie Spotlight, please share your story or post it to the forum.
Preemie Spotlight - Cheyenne originally appeared on About.com Preemies on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 00:38:39.
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The NIH has been holding a consensus meeting this past week on vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). In their draft statement, they talk about six questions to ask your practitioner about VBAC. Have you been watching the live webcast? Did you submit questions about the draft? I'd love to hear your thoughts...
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6 Questions to Ask About VBAC originally appeared on About.com Pregnancy & Childbirth on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 09:15:19.
Gorillas in the bliss Austrian Times When dad is a 400lb silverback and mum could break a man's arm with a flick of her wrist, natural childbirth can be a bit risky when you're a baby gorilla. ... |
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