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- Ways to Get Pregnant Faster - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Debra AspinallMany women spend years trying to NOT get pregnant. But when they decide the time is right to start a family impatience sets in and they want it to happen as quickly as possible. So that’s the question, how to get pregnant faster? Here are some sensible suggestions. Stop using birth ...
Views: 1512 - Your pregnancy step-by-step - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Debra AspinallSo you are pregnant…. Congratulations! Now you’ll want to work out exactly when your baby will be born! Sorry, that’s not really possible. Even using a pregnancy calculator you can’t predict exactly when your little one will decide to make an appearance. What a pregnancy calculator CAN do ...
Views: 1329 - Premature labour - giving birth - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Debra AspinallA premature birth is the birth of a baby of less than 37 weeks gestational age for whatever reason. The exact cause of why some babies arrive early is often never established. A premature birth may come as a complete surprise to the mum and her medical team. But if a pregnant woman is ...
Views: 1269 - Early signs of pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Debra AspinallWhen you are trying to get pregnant – or possibly desperate to get pregnant – every passing month and every failed pregnancy test is a huge disappointment. You are so on the look-out for some of the early pregnancy symptoms that the slightest thing raises your hopes that you’ve spotted one ...
Views: 1604 - Early signs of labour - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Debra AspinallAs baby’s due date arrives, then passes, most mums become desperate to see those first signs of labour. These may occur as much as a week before baby actually arrives, but are still a clear indication that baby is on her way! So what early signs of labour could you experience? A show: ...
Views: 1498 - How to Calculate the Stage of Your Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Debra AspinallSo you have finally seen that all-important positive result from the pregnancy test, or perhaps your body is showing all the tell-tale signs that a baby is on the way, but just how pregnant are you? It is always handy to know when your little one is expected to make an appearance into the world ...
Views: 1423 - Ten Steps to a Healthy Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2013 from Debra AspinallYou are pregnant. Congratulations! Now you’ll want to do everything in your power to have a healthy and problem-free pregnancy culminating in a perfect baby. Here are 10 tips for a healthy pregnancy gathered from the best pregnancy advice around… Get early care Hopefully you took some ...
Views: 873 - Amniocentesis Test in Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Debra AspinallWhat is amniocentesis? When being given pregnancy advice by their GP or midwife, some women will be recommended amniocentesis. This is a diagnostic test which can detect a serious, or potentially serious, condition in an unborn baby. Amniotic fluid surrounds the fetus in the womb. It ...
Views: 1129 - Why are Some Pregnant Women Afraid of Natural Deliveries? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Debra AspinallThe percentage of women having caesareans rather than spontaneous, vaginal deliveries, has grown in recent years. In the UK around 20% of births are now c-sections and not just for medical reasons. These 'elective’ caesareans are supposed to be an option if a pregnant woman has already had an ...
Views: 1093 - Tips for Preventing Teen Pregnancy - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Debra AspinallDespite us living in a sexually enlightened age, there are still too many unplanned teenage pregnancies. Of course a fourteen-year-old being pregnant is very different from a nineteen-year-old, but they are still both classed as teenagers so the statistics include girls at both ends of the ...
Views: 1141 - Reasons Why You Can’t Get Pregnant - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Debra AspinallGetting pregnant is not an exact science. Even couples who are fertile, fit and able have only a 20% chance of conceiving each cycle. If you’ve been trying for some time to start a family you could have some fertility problems and it may be best to have an examination. Check with your GP who ...
Views: 1311 - Points To Consider Before Getting Pregnant - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Debra AspinallHaving a baby is a major step in anyone’s life. In an ideal world, before you even think about getting pregnant, you should both consider these points before having a baby. Are you in a lasting, stable relationship? Of course most single parents manage perfectly well to bring up baby. Many ...
Views: 951 - Baby Feeding Myths Every Parent Should Know - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Debra Aspinall“Breastfed babies need to drink water too” False Breastfed babies do not need to be given water, or any other fluid. The consistency of breast milk acts as a perfect feed and thirst quencher. Giving a baby water can affect her sodium levels and dampen her appetite. A breastfed baby should ...
Views: 848 - How a Teen’s Health Can Be Affected by Pregnancy - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Debra AspinallBecoming a mother is a life-altering experience whatever your age, but the huge changes which inevitably come the moment you have that positive pregnancy test can seem all too overwhelming for many teenage mums. A young mum-to-be is often faced with all kinds of challenges, from feelings of ...
Views: 760 - When is The Best Time to Have Another Baby? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Debra AspinallWhile there is no perfect time to have another baby, some times are definitely better than others and properly spacing pregnancies may improve your chances of having a baby that is healthier and stronger. Research has shown that leaving less than 18 months or more than 59 months - calculating ...
Views: 768 - Getting Pregnant With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Debra AspinallPolycystic Ovary Syndrome (often abbreviated to POS or PCOS) is a condition that affects how a woman’s ovaries work and affects millions of women in the UK. True PCOS is caused by the excessive production of male hormone by the adrenal glands, leading to an imbalance of LH (luteinising ...
Views: 720 - The First Trimester Pregnancy Dos and Don’ts - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Debra AspinallThe first trimester pregnancy is when it all happens. It is at this stage that your baby’s organs start to form and develop, it is also the time when you experience the full effects of being pregnant with feelings of sickness, exhaustion and mood swings as your hormones rocket through the roof. ...
Views: 1664 - How a Protein Level Test Could Detect an Ectopic Pregnancy - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Debra AspinallOne in every 80 pregnancies in the UK each year is an ectopic one, when the fertilised egg implants itself outside the womb. Tests for an ectopic pregnancy traditionally involve a blood test to measure the levels of the pregnancy hormone HCG. These levels are lower than normal if the pregnancy ...
Views: 1145 - Baby Teething: Newborn Baby Care and Tips - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Debra AspinallTeething is most common in a 5 or 6 month old baby, but it can start as early as 3 months or as late as a first birthday. You can first expect to see the lower front teeth (central incisors) followed by the upper front teeth. Next are the upper and lower teeth at either side of the central ...
Views: 1313 - Planning For Pregnancy – Negative and Positive Lifestyle Factors - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Debra AspinallIf you are planning to start a family, there are certain things you should do, and certain things you should stop doing, to ensure you have a happy and safe pregnancy. Pay attention to your lifestyle, and make the necessary changes, and the healthier you and your baby will be. There are also ...
Views: 1243 - Newborn Baby Care: Your Baby Up To One Month Old - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Debra AspinallBringing your newborn baby home is a huge moment in anyone’s life. From newborn to one month old baby, development of this little person is fascinating. In the early days you are getting used to being a mum, working out a routine and learning to recognise your baby’s needs. But after only ...
Views: 1457 - Baby Development: Why Babies Cry - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Debra AspinallAll babies cry. It is their only way to communicate their needs. Some parents quickly learn to recognise why their baby is crying, whether she’s hungry, wet, dirty, wants a cuddle or is in pain. Others may struggle to understand what baby is trying to say. Here are some of the reasons why ...
Views: 1212 - Can You Increase Your Chances of Conceiving Twins? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Debra AspinallFor some women, the thought of having twins is terrifying - double the work, double the cost and double the trouble. However, for many, a multiple birth is a long-held dream. So is there a way of increasing your chances of conceiving twins? Whether it is information gathered from studies or just ...
Views: 1248 - What fertility signs are you likely to display? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Debra AspinallWhen a woman ovulates, hormonal changes in her body can cause a range of symptoms. If a woman is aware of these changes she can tell when she is at her most fertile and therefore most likely to conceive. Ovulation calculators and ovulation calendars will of course pin point very accurately ...
Views: 1237 - Planning for Pregnancy: What are the required steps? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Debra AspinallIf you are planning to have children, there are many steps you can take to ensure your body is ready for the journey ahead. Being proactive and preparing for pregnancy can really work in your favour. It is also important to know the pregnancy signs to look out for to confirm that all your ...
Views: 1091 - What is Still Born Babies? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from Debra AspinallThere can be few things more traumatic for a woman to go through than giving birth to a still born baby. The definition of still born, or a still birth, is a baby which is born dead after 24 complete weeks of pregnancy. If a woman loses her baby earlier than the 24 week stage it is classed ...
Views: 1149 - Baby And Pregnancy Essentials – Some Things to Be Considered - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2013 from Debra AspinallThere are certain things to be thought about when it comes to baby and pregnancy essentials. Pregnancy essentials No matter whether the person is going to have her first baby or already have several children, the person has to make sure that she has everything needed during pregnancy. The ...
Views: 1117 - Pregnancy Checklist During Your Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2013 from Debra AspinallIt’s happened. You are pregnant. And you are thrilled, a little apprehensive, but most of all very eager to do everything right for the wellbeing of your precious baby during your pregnancy. For most of your first trimester of pregnancy your little one will be a tiny bean-shaped being. But ...
Views: 1089 - Why Weight Gain is Important in Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Debra AspinallKeeping tabs on your weight during pregnancy can be confusing. It is difficult to know if you are putting on too many excess pounds or if you not taking on enough calories for your baby. Eating for two is an old adage that has long been proved wrong however it is important to gain a certain ...
Views: 1656 - When Should Pregnant Women Stop Working? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Debra AspinallIt’s a dilemma. You feel fine and you want to carry on working as long as you can – but could you be harming your unborn baby? Or you feel tired and sick and struggle to keep up at work, but you don’t want to be stuck at home twiddling your thumbs. So when should mums-to-be give up ...
Views: 1448(1 vote) - How Can Pregnancy Affect The Health of Teenage Girls? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Debra AspinallTeenage mums-to-be are usually considered at higher risk of having a premature labour and/or an underweight baby. Good nutrition and antenatal care is vitally important throughout the pregnancy weeks as the teenager herself will still be growing and will need nurturing. But often ...
Views: 1107 - Choosing a Newborn Baby Nursery - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2013 from Debra AspinallMany mums want to return to work after their maternity leave. Some may want to stay home with their baby, but simply can’t afford the cut in the family income. Before you even start maternity leave it’s a good idea to do some research into the kind of child care you want , and can afford, for ...
Views: 931 - Baby Care – Tips for Working Mums - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Debra AspinallIf you want, or have, to return to work when your maternity leave is over you’ll need to carefully consider the childcare options available to you. You’ll need to plan ahead to make sure that your baby care is the best available on your budget. But before you make plans here are some tips ...
Views: 1128 - Baby Care – Your Baby and Your Pet Dog - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from Debra AspinallNobody can really predict how their pet dog will react when a new baby is brought into the house, however loveable and soft the dog may be. A dog is a pack animal and will usually dedicate its life to serving you, its leader. So when a new member of the pack (a baby) is brought into its life the ...
Views: 1657 - Many New Mums Suffer from Mumnesia - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2013 from Debra AspinallThe mental fuzziness and memory lapses, which can set in shortly after having a baby, are symptoms of the condition mumnesia. Many new mums suffer from mumnesia in the days, weeks or even months following their baby’s birth. The condition even stretches to forgetting many details about the ...
Views: 1061 - Baby Care – How to give a bath? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Debra AspinallBathing your baby is an important part of baby care, but while it is beneficial for baby development you don’t have to bath a newborn every day. You can top and tail, ensuring that her face and bottom are kept clean. Babies usually love bath time and it may become a special bonding time for ...
Views: 1123 - All Important Early Pregnancy Test - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Debra AspinallCongratulations you are pregnant! Getting confirmation from that all-important early pregnancy test is so exciting but it is just the start of things to come. There will be big changes to get used to during the pregnancy from your growing bump, coping with morning sickness to finding a whole new ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - Safe Exercise in pregnancy - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Debra AspinallWith so many conflicting reports on exercise and how much is good for us (and whether it could sometimes be doing more harm than good) it is confusing for a pregnant women to know what is for the best. Basically any woman who has been very fit and active before getting pregnant will find they ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - The Most Common Pregnancy Problems and Solutions - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Debra AspinallSome women really do find they bloom during pregnancy and that their skin, nails and hair have never been better. However some women get spotty or dry skin, brittle, lacklustre or even thinning hair, and brittle nails, with changes in skin being the most commonly reported pregnancy ...
Views: 1081(1 vote) - Taking Medicine During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2012 from Debra AspinallThere will be times during your pregnancy that you are ill and want to take something to make you feel better, but it can be confusing knowing what medicine is safe and what should be avoided. Any medicines you take will not only enter your system, but will pass through your baby too, so you ...
Views: 1006 - What is a High-Risk Pregnancy? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Debra AspinallIt can be very scary to be told that you are classed as a high-risk pregnancy but this just means the doctors want to keep a closer eye on you to make sure you and the baby are happy and healthy every step of the way. So what makes you high risk? There are certain conditions that put you in ...
Views: 926 - Weight Gain During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Debra AspinallMany mums struggle with post-baby fat and look enviously at slim-line celebrities who seemingly snap back into shape just weeks after giving birth. But the thing that most celebrities know is that if you don’t gain too much excess weight during pregnancy, you are not going to have a problem ...
Views: 900 - Parenting Guide for a New Mum - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Debra AspinallBecoming a mum for the first time can be overwhelming and daunting at first. Even the smallest tasks might seem colossal and you can feel that life as you know it will never be the same again. Here are some tips on how to survive those first few weeks, and remember, having a newborn baby is the ...
Views: 1234 - Top Ten Early Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Debra AspinallSome women are so tuned in to their bodies, they know the minute they fall pregnant, while for others the early signs of pregnancy are not so obvious. If you think you might be pregnant but are unsure, here are the top ten signs to look out for... 1, Missed period One of the most obvious ...
Views: 988 - Weekly Guide to Pregnancy - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Debra AspinallWEEK ONE TO WEEK 12 The first 12 weeks of pregnancy is known as the first trimester. While this is a time of major development for the foetus, many women do not even now they are pregnant for the first few weeks. Once all the pregnancy signs have been spotted, and a positive test reveals ...
Views: 946 - Vaginal Discharge as an Early Sign and Symptom of Pregnancy - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Debra AspinallFor some women an increase in the amount of their vaginal mucoid discharge can be the first sign of pregnancy. The quantity of this discharge varies from woman to woman throughout their pregnancy, but a certain amount is considered normal. If the discharge becomes offensive, profuse causes ...
Views: 1002 - Can Red Raspberry Leaf Tea Help a Pregnant Woman and her Baby? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Debra AspinallRaspberry leaf tea is probably the most controversial of all the herbal teas. The actual effect any herbal tea has on a pregnancy has not yet been researched. So there is no right or wrong answer to the question of whether ANY herbal teas should be drunk during pregnancy. Certainly if you ...
Views: 1321 - Tips To Follow When You Start In Labour - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Debra AspinallYou’ve almost made it. You have almost reached full term and now you have a mixture of feelings as your labour approaches. You’ll be feeling excited but possibly also a little worried. But one thing all pregnant women should be feeling at this stage is “prepared”. Here are some tips for labour ...
Views: 796 - How to Get the Best Sleep in Pregnancy - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Debra AspinallGetting a full night’s sleep when you are pregnant can sometimes seem like an impossible dream. Whether it is feelings of nausea, a full bladder or your little one practising karate kicks keeping you awake, there are ways to improve sleeping in pregnancy. Sleeping position: It can be ...
Views: 1100 - What to Buy For a Newborn Baby - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Debra AspinallResist the urge to buy, buy, buy when you have a baby on the way. There are of course some essential newborn baby items you’ll need to buy, but many items can be borrowed from friends or family, bought second-hand or even ignored altogether. Here are the most essential newborn baby ...
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