Condition Spotlight
The decisions a woman and her partner make during preconception, pregnancy, and childbirth will shape the life of their child. As alternative medicine increases in popularity, future parents and caregivers are looking toward natural therapies such as nutritional supplementation, homeopathy, herbal medicine, massage, and aromatherapy in order to give birth to a healthier child.
It is important to the health of both mother and fetus that the mother eats a well-balanced and varied diet. Fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, beans, and fish are essential. Limit refined sugars, processed foods, and saturated fats. Organically grown produce, meats, and poultry are preferable.
That first trip home after giving birth can feel like one of the most daunting. Being a new mother doesn’t always come naturally, and many feel intimidated by the responsibility of providing care to a Read More
You are expectant, and you are excited about the idea of welcoming your new baby. But even before you start thinking of how you will be taking care of your baby, you should start thinking Read More
Birth control methods are used to prevent pregnancy. There are different types; permanent, emergency, and reversal methods. The different types work differently in different couples. Consult your doctor to find out which works best for Read More
In our time of stressful jobs and constant changing of lifestyles getting pregnant can’t be easy even for the healthiest persons. In our time of stressful jobs and constant changing of lifestyles getting pregnant can’t Read More
Donating eggs can allow women who have been unsuccessful at conceiving the chance to be parents. Furthermore, the act of donating your eggs could net you thousands of dollars per donation. But little has been Read More
It often happens that during the process of IVF (in vitro fertilization), it is possible to obtain several high-quality embryos. It often happens that during the process of IVF (in vitro fertilization), it is possible to obtain Read More
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For parents with newborns, caring for the little one can be a huge task, especially during the first few weeks. It’s even ten times challenging if you’re a first-time parent. However, this leads to various Read More
There are many available choices surrounding pregnancy and childbirth—a hospital birth is no longer seen as the only safe option for delivery. Many couples are opting to have their babies at home or in birth centers that offer the kind of care that is tailored to each couple’s needs. Currently, holistic practitioners in the field of childbirth are addressing the need for dietary changes, abstinence from harmful substances, childbirth classes, and emotional support during the birth. Other options range from the modern technology of a hospital birth to water birth in the home; obstetric care to midwifery and doula care; and medical drug intervention to labor-inducing herbs.
Although each individual responds to pregnancy differently, and there is no such thing as a perfect pregnancy, there are many ways to contribute to a healthy one. Probably most important is that the woman realizes the physiological impact carrying a child has on her health and that she listens to her body’s needs. Adequate rest, including naps, ‘mental’ breaks, and sufficient sleep, is essential. Maintaining a positive outlook and keeping stress to a minimum are beneficial to both mother and baby. Comfortably paced, regular, non-jarring exercise, such as low-impact aerobics, walking, yoga, and swimming, can increase stamina for labor, strengthen muscles used during delivery, and may enhance the ability to cope better with labor.
