For most pregnant women, the termination of pregnancy is the most difficult part of the process. This is because labor involves a lot of pain. Because of this, most women resort to a C-section delivery, which is far less painful. However, there are instances when there is a need to induce labor earlier than normal. This procedure is very painful and is done only at the utmost necessity. Why Is Induced Labor Needed? Occurrence of an infection...more
Because pregnancy is a very delicate stage in both the woman and her baby's life, a lot of effort is in place to make sure that a woman will have a safe pregnancy and delivery. The goal of this is to make sure that both mother and child will pass through the process safe and sound. In any case, attention is specially given to minimize the risks during pregnancy, which is plenty especially if one is careless about it. One such way to make sure...more
Pregnancy and delivery can have a lot of effects on a woman's health. In most cases, a woman is caught unprepared for life after pregnancy. As a result, adjusting to the new life becomes a major challenge, which is likely to alter family relations. However, with sufficient knowledge as well as the proper mental outlook, women may be able to cope with post-partum depression. What Is Post-partum Depression?Post-partum depression refers to the changes both in terms of physical and emotional aspects in a woman after pregnancy. What exactly causes post-partum depression is something that still eludes medical experts up to the present. What is certain is that most people simply refer to the episode as "the blues," which is a nonchalant way of pointing something that is more than just casual. What is more certain is that the episode may manifest a few days after delivery and may last for weeks or even months, the duration of which depends on the coping mechanism employed by women and those around her. Because of the lack of certainty as to what exactly causes post-partum depression, a lot of theories have been put forward in an effort to provide a more plausible explanation for the...more
C-section or cesarean section is defined as a surgical procedure of giving birth. This is opposed to normal delivery or vaginal delivery. In a cesarean section, an incision is made through the mother's abdomen and uterus to deliver the baby. Why a C-section Is NeededCesarean section is usually done for the following reasons:The procedure is done...more
Pregnancy is such a critical phase for both the mother and her child. This is because if anything goes wrong during the process of pregnancy, the mother and her child will be put at risk. This is more dangerous than it seems because complications during pregnancy are potentially fatal for the mother, or child, or both. For some women, the danger is...more
One of the most critical stages in a woman's life is during pregnancy. It is paramount that one should keep one's health in tiptop condition in order to ascertain that both mother and child will be healthy. As such, expectant mothers put a lot of premium on their health, knowing that they are embarking on a journey at the end of which a new life will emerge. However, what most women should know is that it is not only during pregnancy where utmost care should be taken. It is also important to pay attention to one's health after pregnancy. This is because there is still the possibility that complications may set in even after the baby has been delivered. Why It Is Important to be Mindful on the Changes after PregnancyMost women just ignore their state of health as long as their baby is already safe. However, this behavior is indeed very risky as most women who have experienced a lot of difficulties after birth can tell. This is why recovery after pregnancy should also be given the detailed attention that was given during pregnancy.The main consideration in recovering after a pregnancy is to prepare a woman for possible physical effects. These changes are to be expected. After all,...more
For every woman, getting pregnant is perhaps the most joyous episode in her life. This is because it is the fulfillment of their role to give new life to this world. As such, a lot of women eagerly awaits the moment when they will finally conceive....more
Eating for two is not necessary, although this is a common belief among pregnant women. The most common advice that expectant mothers hear is that one should double her food intake because there are now two to share the nutrients from the food taken...more
Pregnancy is said to be the happiest and most exciting episode in a woman's life. This is because a pregnant woman will finally be able to fulfill her role of giving birth and being the window through which a new life will be brought to this world....more
Fertility is a very important aspect of human life. This is because fertility is directly correlated to the ability to give life. As such, it is no assurance that couples copulate in order to conceive. Fertility is also very important because even if...more
If you have enough time you can visit hundreds of shops, on and off the Internet, searching for diamond earrings and studs. I didnât keep count of all the ones I researched for this article but it was certainly in the high dozens.One thing I...more
Hyperthyroidism refers to a situation wherein the thyroid gland has an overactive tissue that results in overproduction. This overproduction leads to an excess number of circulating free thyroid hormones. Because the thyroid hormone affects nearly...more