Pregnancy
Post-pregnancy diet plan
If you aren’t breastfeeding or have stopped doing so, you can start to diet fairly soon after giving birth, if you wish to, but take note of our advice. Losing weight after pregnancy Start off slow: During the weeks after the birth you won’t necessarily be firing on all cylinders, so don’t eat … Read more
Extra folic acid during pregnancy lowers autism risk
Women who took extra folic acid in the weeks before and just after becoming pregnant were less likely to have a child with autism, in a new study from Norway. Because lack of folic acid has been tied to brain and spinal cord birth defects, groups including the U.S. Preventive Services Task … Read more
Diet during pregnancy
There’s so much to think about when you’re pregnant and getting ready for your little one. But there’s one thing that really is worth thinking about and that’s your diet during pregnancy. You’ll want to do everything to can to protect your baby and make sure that they are born healthy. Making sure you … Read more
Sleeping pills during pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a frustrating ordeal and carries its own set of problems which can aggravate or cause insomnia and tempt one to pop one of those colorful pills that promise to drive away all the stress and worrying. Imagine that one night where you can slip away into a dreamless state … Read more
Pelvic floor exercises for after pregnancy
Not everyone will understand what your pelvic floor is and why pelvic floor exercises are so important after pregnancy but believe us you really need to! After pregnancy pelvic floor exercises are more crucial than ever to make sure that everything down there is in tip top condition. The pressure of your baby resting on your pelvic … Read more
C-section babies more likely to become overweight
Children born via cesarean section are slightly more likely than babies delivered vaginally to become heavy or obese, according to a new review of studies. The results don’t prove that c-sections cause kids to put on weight, but Dr. Jianmeng Liu, one of the authors of the study and a professor … Read more
Taking folic acid may prevent speech delays in babies
folic acid and speech A study by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health has found a link between development that suggests taking supplements before and during pregnancy can reduce the risk of delayed language learning. “Maternal use of supplements containing folic acid within the period from four weeks before, to eight weeks after conception was associated with … Read more
Vitamin D in pregnancy may prevent multiple sclerosis
Researchers have found evidence that Vitamin D supplements for pregnant women in the world’s colder, darker countries may stave off multiple sclerosis (MS) in their offspring. The finding adds to a growing body of work showing a link between low Vitamin D levels and the debilitating disease, which sees the immune … Read more
Foods and beverages to avoid during pregnancy
There are certain foods that should be avoided in pregnancy or eaten with extreme care during the most important time of your life. Try to have some really healthy fast foodsfor pregnant women to avoid junk. Fish DON’T EAT Raw or undercooked fish or shellfish (such as oysters and clams) Fish with high levels of mercury, including shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and … Read more