Articles about "pregnancy" 455
Am I pregnant?
Some women say they knew they were pregnant before a test was ever taken. But for those who are unsure, there are simple signs to be on the look out for.
Home pregnancy testing
Home
pregnancy tests are now so reliable (about 97% accurate) it’s all you need to do when you suspect you’re pregnant.
Exercises to avoid in pregnancy
If you are not used to exercise, then
pregnancy is not the best time to start a demanding routine. However, all women can benefit from gentle yoga stretches or swimming.
Fitness for fertility
A good nutritional intake and sensible exercise routine are important
for all women who intend to get, or are already, pregnant. This is because a fit and healthy body is essential to maximise your c . . .
Health and beauty
Modern life is stressful and although
pregnancy is an exciting time, it can also take its toll on your body. In addition to gentle exercise there are others things you should take into account that wi . . .
Mental wellbeing
Your mental wellbeing is vital to how much you enjoy your experience of
pregnancy. Studies too have shown that unborn babies are receptive to their mother’s emotions, so by staying positive, fit and h . . .
Midnight feasts – midnight hunger pangs
Lots
of pregnant women wake in the night feeling hungry, so make sure you’re eating
the right amount and type of food for your dietary needs if this happens to you
(see healthy diet for
pregnancy) . . .
Common sleep problems in pregnancy
Nothing is more depressing than realizing you’re the only person awake within a 20-mile radius but poor sleep is another one of those
pregnancy niggles. As your uterus expands, you’ll need to go to th . . .
The good sleep pregnancy guide for men
Now you are pregnant, you have to make the most of your 270(ish) uninterrupted nights of sleep. If only it were that simple. For a large majority of pregnant women, sleep is an elusive dream.
Anemia during pregnancy
Iron-deficiency
anemia is common in
pregnancy. Your blood volume increases by half but your
hemoglobin levels often don‘t keep up – so your blood supply is effectively
diluted. Hemoglobin is the ox . . .