Fibroids affect many women worldwide and it is believed that around 30% of all women will have fibroids which cause some symptoms-be they mild or severe. If you are contemplating a pregnancy and know that you have fibroids, you may be concerned as to whether fibroids affect pregnancy. Firstly, you should be reassured that most women have no real problems associated with fibroids during pregnancy and they are able to become pregnant normally and...more
There is indisputable evidence to show that fertility levels have generally declined over the last few years. Sperm counts are lower and couples are taking longer and longer to conceive. Many believe that the change in our lifestyles is partly to blame, with stress becoming more common and obesity on the increase. In addition, more alcohol is consumed and there is an increase in environmental toxins and additives which many experts feel could be...more
Finding out that they are pregnant is a wonderful time for most women. However once the excitement dies down, the newly expectant mother soon begins to reconsider all aspects of her current activities from the viewpoint of the well-being of her unborn child. For example, her social life may need to be curtailed, as may her exercise if it is especially strenuous or high-risk. However, another consideration at this time should be her pregnancy diet. A good knowledge of the correct foods to eat when pregnant is essential for every mother-to-be if she wants to ensure a healthy and safe pregnancy.Thankfully the correct foods to eat when pregnant are largely common sense. You eat foods that are wholesome and healthy and preferably organic. You stay away from alcohol, caffeine, fried foods, fast foods, food out of boxes, food with additives, preservatives, processed sugars and fats, foods with ingredients that you can't pronounce! Most of us already know that these foods are bad for us so why would it be any different for a baby? As I already said, apply some common sense and this becomes relatively simple.Now to delve into a little more detail. Lets see what makes up the wholesome...more
Many problems can arise during a pregnancy. One such problem that is extremely serious and requires prompt action is fetal distress. One way fetal distress can happen is if the unborn baby is not getting a sufficient amount of oxygen. A way to tell whether the baby is in fetal distress is by monitoring the unborn baby's heart rate. Under...more
Many women are determined to breast feed their new infants in order to provide them with the best nutrition for a good start in life. However, fewer women give as much consideration to the nutrition that they can provide to their fetus by eating the proper pregnancy foods. Many foods provide a growing fetus with nutrients to enhance both physical...more
Pregnancy is often a time in a woman's life when much anxiety, nervousness and anticipation takes place. There are many fears and concerns that an expecting mother has, these fears generally being focused on the pending delivery and the health and well-being of her developing baby. One of the most common fears for the mother is the worry of doing something or consuming something that is harmful to the growing fetus. Most mothers worry about birth defects and underdeveloped babies. Learning about the best foods to eat when pregnant is one way to calm this fear.The most nutritious foods to eat when pregnant include foods that are enriched in high quality proteins. Protein is essential for organ, nerve and muscle development, and it is recommended that you consume two to three servings every day. Proteins can be found in meat, fish, eggs and poultry, as well as high quality dairy products.High quality dairy products are also a great source of calcium, which can be found in milk, cheese, butter and cream, as well as calcium-fortified foods like soy milk, juices, breads and cereals. Calcium helps create strong bones and teeth, helps prevent blood clots and helps muscle and nerve...more
Maternity is one of the greatest and most special times in the life of a woman. Right from pregnancy to breastfeeding and nursing, it is an integral part of almost every woman who wants to become a mother. During this period you may find...more
Most of the women under in vitro pregnancy feel puzzled what would be their symptoms of early IVF pregnancy. Women, who do not conceive naturally, can conceive unnaturally through in vitro process. Therefore, they often feel whether IVF pregnancy...more
Cosmetic surgeries such as liposuction (also referred to as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) are extremely popular in America, and they are especially popular among women. Every year, somewhere between 300,000 and 500,000 Americans undergo suction...more
The section when the time you want to have pregnancy is particularly enlightening and an excellent source of information for women trying to conceive. The sound advice and clearly communicated information will give you a positive and...more
There have been recent scientific studies suggesting that up to 30% of all cases of infertility are the result of stress levels. Living in today's society, stress is caused by many factors which may or may not be under your control, such as money...more
There are many factors that contribute to unexplained infertility. Doctors and medical experts have studied many of these factors, but solutions have sometimes been elusive. Some more obvious causes of infertility are linked to drugs, smoking, age,...more