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First trimester pregnancy exercises.
Exercising during the first few months of pregnancy keeps your fitness and energy levels up, reduces risks of complication during pregnancy, boosts your mood and eases back and pelvic pain. In the first trimester, you can take part in most of...
Second trimester pregnancy exercises.
In the second trimester, you need to monitor your body’s reaction to exercise, and accordingly increase the duration or intensity of your workouts. Ensure that you discontinue any activity that can throw you off-balance, like gymnastics,...
Third trimester pregnancy exercises.
Welcome to the third trimester! Getting to the start of your third trimester really is the beginning of the countdown to when you will be having your baby, but keeping yourself active in this trimester will help you with labor and recovery after...
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Trimester 1
For at least half of the first trimester, most women don't even realize they are pregnant. Even though it doesn't seem to make sense that we count pregnancy weeks from before conception even happens, it is the only way to estimate.The first trimester is a time of tremendous development. In this series, we will look at each of the 13 weeks in this important trimester and see that however tiny it is, vital foundations are being laid down to optimize your embryos chances of survival.
17 Weeks pregnant - What to expect ?
At 17 weeks pregnant your centre of gravity is changing. Trying to maintain a good posture will help you avoid backache and unnecessary muscular strain. If you have to lift heavy objects, remember to bend at the knees and use those large, powerful...
The right time to start disciplining.
Your child will invariably want to be a part of activities that may involve danger in some form or another. From eating sand in the park to getting a little too comfortable with a pet, as a parent you’re bound to be worried. These kinds of...
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Causes of miscarriage.
It is thought that around 50% of all miscarriages are due to a chromosomal problem occurring within the embryo. In women who are older than 35 years of age and those who have older partners, the incidence of this happening is increased. The other 50%...
Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR).
Intrauterine growth retardation or IUGR for short occurs in around 3-5% of all pregnancies. This is a condition where the baby’s growth is compromised and restricted, so that they are smaller than they should be. By definition, a baby...
How to conceive a girl?
How to conceive a girl? Top tips for conceiving a girl What’s a fact and what’s fallacy? Timing of intercourse How do I know when I’ve ovulated? General tips to help conceive a girl Are you longing for a girl? Do you already have a...
Prepare for a pregnancy when you are diabetic.
Living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes is already quite a daunting task. There are several restrictions placed on you in terms of the kind of life you lead. But fear not- wanting to have a baby even with diabetes is perfectly healthy as long as your...
35 Weeks pregnant - What to expect?
The neurons and early connections in your baby’s brain are developing even more so that at birth, they will be perfectly wired to receive stimulation. Most babies lose weight in the first week or so after birth, because of using more energy. By...
Best time to get pregnant.
Best time to get pregnant When is the best time to get pregnant in a woman’s cycle? Getting pregnant has a lot to do with timing. Having sex as close as possible to the day of ovulation (when an egg is released from one of your ovaries)...