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Writing a birth plan
All women are encouraged to write a birth plan during their pregnancy, so that everyone involved can clearly understand what kind of birth they desire.
Helping my premature baby
Your baby will be classed as
premature if she is born before 37 weeks, which is regarded as full-term. Not
all babies need to have special care, but some babies need to be in a neonatal intensive ca . . .
Preparing for a cesarean
If you know you’re going to have
a cesarean getting clued in to what’s likely to happen will help calm your
nerves on the day… Before the surgery- You’ll be asked not to eat
or drink for a num . . .
Am I in labor?
There are many different symptoms to look out for in determing whether or not you are in labour. You may experience engagement, a nesting instinct, or Braxton Hicks Contractions to name a few.
When should I go to hospital?
It may seem tempting to rush to hospital as soon as you feel the first twinge of a contraction, but the longer you stay at home, the better. However, if contractions become stronger or vaginal bleedin . . .
Tests and checks for newborns babies
Immediately after your baby is born, a series of checks will be performed on him, just to make sure everything is working properly.
When each test is being performed on your newborn, ask what the te . . .
Baby-making positions
There are many myths about whether certain sexual positions can increase your chances of conceiving. However, there is some science that can be applied and put to use to improve your odds.
Caffeine and fertility
Being pregnant it may feel like there are red flags everywhere of things to avoid. There are many conflicting studies on the safety of consuming caffeine. Therefore specialists agree its best to err o . . .
Can too much sex affect our chances?
It is not so much how much sex you have, but when you have sex that will affect your chances of becoming pregnancy. Finding out which days of the month you are ovulating can play a large role in wethe . . .
Do I need antenatal supplements?
Though you may eat a well-balanced diet, there is still a chance that you may also need antenatal supplements.