Health During Pregnancy

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SAMe dietary supplement shows effective for major depressive disorders: Study
A new study conducted by investigators at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) suggests that S-Adenosyl Methionine (SAMe), an over-the-counter dietary supplement, can be an effective, relatively well-tolerated, adjunctive treatment for adults with major depressive disorders who do not respond to their treatment with antidepressant medication.

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“What’s the best pregnancy diet?”

This is one of the most important questions every woman who is pregnant or trying to become pregnant should be asking. It is so important because they are solely responsible for feeding and nourishing their growing baby.

The best pregnancy diet is one that will supply all the nutrients needed to support optimal fetal development (such as brain, nervous and skeletal system) while also giving the mother’s body its needed nutrients. It’s also the one that will curb food cravings and prevent an unhealthy weight gain, which could put both the baby and mother at risk for many health complications.

Specifically, it will consist of the foods listed below:

High quality protein (grass-fed meats, eggs from cage free grass-fed chickens)
High quality dairy (raw grass-fed: cheese, cream, milk and butter)
Soaked grains and nuts
Stocks (bone broths)
Organic or locally grown fruits and veggies
High quality fat
Lacto-fermented foods
High potency fish oil
Filtered water

Eating the foods above will provide all the necessary nutrients a mother and developing baby needs such as:

B vitamins
Calcium
Iron
Zinc
Copper
Magnesium
Vitamin D
Healthy omega 3 to omega 6 ratio
Conjugated Linolenic Acid
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Folate
Cholesterol

This means that you will gain a healthy weight and have less to lose after pregnancy.

Why?

Because by giving your body and baby what is needed, you won’t be tempted to overeat or be a victim to food cravings! And that’s just another reason why it is the best pregnancy diet.

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Since it is normally a good idea to prepare for major life changes, here is a check list that can help you prepare for your baby. Preparing for your pregnancy is a must just like preparing for college, school and retirement are a must. A baby will change many things in your life and there is a lot of planning that goes into being ready such as, emotional, physical and financial plans. Being ready will make for a smoother transition and a better future for all involved.

The most important thing comes first and that is the decision to become a parent. It just may be the most important decision that you make in your lifetime so talk to your doctor, friends and family. Another good idea is to read as many books, magazines and articles on the topic as you can to get as broad a picture as you can when planning for a healthy pregnancy.

A visit to your doctor is a must if you are planning a pregnancy. Your doctor will perform a checkup with a background check of any history of family illnesses to make sure that you are in the best physical condition for the pregnancy to come. Your doctor may check you for any sexually transmitted diseases and advise you to stop taking any over the counter medications. If you have been trying to get pregnant for longer than a year a fertility test may be in order. No worries about it as there is still a good chance for conception. Lastly your doctor will make sure that all your vaccinations are up to date including tetanus, hepatitis B and measles.

Stay very far away from hazardous chemicals. It can be a dangerous situation if either you or your significant other has been exposed to things such as heavy metals, chemical fumes from work, dry cleaning fluids, hazardous chemical or radiation. Ask your doctor and get advice on continuing to work in conditions which may be harmful to your baby.

Things such as drugs, alcohol or smoking can be harmful to your baby so avoid that at all costs. It can affect your baby’s birth weight or cause it to be premature. It could develop birth defects or other complications that are just much better for all to avoid. There is as much as a 64% increase in the chances for birth defects from a parent that smokes.

A good, nutritional diet is essential for a healthy mother and child. Take supplements that your doctor recommends and folic acid is also a good idea. Your diet should be rich in calcium, iron, vegetables and fruits. Cereals that are fortified are a good option for breakfasts.

Make sure to get regular exercise because it is important to stay in shape. It should not be overly strenuous more like swimming, yoga or walking can help to keep you fit and your stress levels lower. Start meditation and breathing exercises to help you remain calm and peaceful. Make sure to take part in other activities that you enjoy doing such as reading or music.

Get the support of friends and family by talking with them and spending time with them. Don’t be afraid to ask them for help if you need it or are feeling stressed

There will be a fluffy of bills when the baby comes so make sure that you are financially prepared for them. Make sure to save for yours and your baby’s future.

If you are wondering what the very early signs of pregnancy might be you should make sure to read the article referenced in the resource information below. This list should help you in planning a good pregnancy for baby and you.

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UGA researchers get funds to fight childhood obesity
Researchers at the University of Georgia have received funding to find ways to prevent or reduce childhood obesity.Georgia ranks as the third worst state in the nation with more than one third of children overweight or obese according to a 2009 report by Trust for America’s Health.

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NEW YORK, September 1 – The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation announced a $1 million grant to help improve the health of mothers and children in poor, rural communities throughout sub-Saharan Africa.

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U.N. Secretary-General, UNAIDS Executive Director Highlight Role NGOs Can Play In Achieving MDGs
During the 63rd U.N. Department of Public Information/NGO Conference on Monday in Melbourne, Australia, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon “call[ed] on delegates to do more to save the lives of mothers and babies,” the Australian Associated Press/Sydney Morning Herald reports (Alexander/Rose, 8/30). Addressing the conference attendees via video, Ban noted that “partnerships between civil society …

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When to Call Your Physician or Midwife

Painful menstrual-like cramps.

Dull ache in the lower back(If you have had a dull backache throughout the pregnancy, then this symptom is only a danger sign if it is different from the backache you’ve had before.)

Pain or pressure above the pubic bone(in the area of the pubic hair.)

Sensation of pressure or heaviness in the pelvic region.

Increase in vaginal secretions, including loss of the mucous plug.

Change in the type of vaginal secretion(for example, from thick to thin or watery.)

Bloody discharge from the vagina.

Diarrhea.

Uterine contractions occurring 10 minutes apart or more frequently for more than 1 hour; even if they are not painful(a contraction is palpated when the top of your uterus-the fundus-gets hard, softens, and hardens again). If these disappear when you lie down, they are probably not labor:

Symptoms of urinary tract infection-pain or burning on urination, especially at the end of urination; urgency-an unusually strong feel of the need to urinate, especially if you actually urinate very small amounts; frequency-needing to urinate very often(although this may be difficult for pregnant women to differentiate from the usual increased frequency of late pregnancy).

Any leakage of fluid from the vagina.This can be a big gush or a continuous dripping of watery fluid. This may indicate rupture of the membranes.

If your work involves heavy physical labor, rotating or night shifts, long periods of standing, or makes you excessively tired, consider changing or reducing your workload. Unfortunately, women in the United States are not uniformly guaranteed paid maternity leave.

As sexually transmitted infections may be implicated in premature rupture of the membranes and preterm labor, you should use a condom if you are at risk for such an infection. Being at risk means that either you or your partner has more than one sexual partner. If you have any doubt about whether this is the case for your partner, or you have had a pre term birth, you should use condoms. In fact, because semen contains prostaglandins-body chemicals that cause uterine contractions-use of a condom from midpregnancy to 37 weeks gestation is a good idea for any woman who has had a previous preterm birth. The condoms provide a barrier between your body and your partner’s semen.

If you have a history of pre term labor or signs of preterm labor, avoid nipple or breast stimulation in the third trimester, before 37 weeks gestation, as this initiates uterine contractions. Abstain from orgasm if there is any question of threatened preterm labor, as it can lead to contractions.

There is some evidence, although not conclusive, that calcium supplementation may help prevent preterm labor. Routine calcium supplementation is not currently advised in pregnancy, but you should certainly maintain an adequate dietary intake of calcium sources. Except for sometimes causing constipation, a calcium supplement is not dangerous in pregnancy. If you have had a preterm birth, discuss with your physician or midwife whether or not they advise calcium supplementation as a possible preventive measure. In the 1980s, some promising studies showed that preterm birth might be prevented with frequent prenatal visits and vaginal examinations for women at risk for preterm labor. A number of “Prevention of Preterm” birth programs were funded by various governmental and private agencies. Unfortunately, these did not demonstrate that such measures were uniformly valuable in preventing preterm birth. Whether or not to do weekly or biweekly vaginal examinations or ultrasounds to check the cervix in the third trimester for women with a previous preterm birth remains controversial.

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More than half of all pregnant women will develop stretch marks during their pregnancy. Otherwise known as striae gravidarum, stretch marks look like streaks on the surface of the skin, and may be vary in color depending on your natural skin color. Most lighter skinned women develop pinkish stretch marks, whereas darker skinned women tend to have stretch marks that are lighter than the surrounding skin.

Most women develop stretch marks on their abdomen during pregnancy, however it is also common to get stretch marks on the buttocks, hips, breasts and thighs. In some cases up to 90 percent of women have stretch marks on some part of their body as a result of pregnancy.

What Causes Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks form when your skin is stretched rapidly as happens during pregnancy. Most women develop stretch marks during the later trimesters of pregnancy though some women start to develop them as soon as their bellies start growing.

Stretch marks are actually small tears that form in the tissue that supports the skin and helps it stretch. Stretch marks represent the tearing or separation of collagen from the skin when tearing occurs. Stretch marks are not harmful or painful and usually fade over time.

Who Gets Stretch Marks
Many women believe that using lotions and creams help prevent stretch marks. Realistically speaking however, the number of stretch marks you get depends on how elastic your skin is. The elasticity of your skin usually relates to your genetic make up. The best thing you can do is find out if your mother got bad stretch marks during pregnancy. If she did, you are probably more prone to stretch marks than other women.

Keep in mind the more weight you gain during pregnancy the more likely you are to have stretch marks. Normally the skin is elastic and capable of stretching quite a bit, however for some women the changes that occur during pregnancy are very drastic. These rapid fluctuations of weight and skin stretching can result in stretch marks.

Women with multiples are more likely to get stretch marks because their bellies usually grow much larger than women with single pregnancies. Other women likely to develop stretch marks include women who gain a lot of weight quickly during their pregnancy and women who carry big babies.

Here are some other factors that may contribute to your susceptibility to stretch marks:

* If you developed stretch marks before (like on your breasts during puberty) you are more likely to get stretch marks while pregnant.

* If you had stretch marks during another pregnancy you will usually get them again.

* If you are overweight or gain more weight than recommended you are more likely to get stretch marks.

* The better hydrated and well nourished you are the less likely you are to develop serious stretch marks.

Stretch Mark Prevention
Most women believe that they can prevent stretch marks by using creams and lotions. There are many formulations on the market today that claim to help prevent stretch marks. Some of these may help moisturize your skin and reduce itching. They may help reduce some stretch marks however there are no scientific studies that support this.

You probably know at least one parent however that swears by cocoa butter or some other formulation to prevent stretch marks. If nothing else rubbing these creams into your belly provides your unborn baby with a light and comforting massage. They may also give you peace of mind knowing you did everything possible to prevent stretch marks.

The best thing you can do to minimize stretch marks aside from using any creams or moisturizers you select is gaining the recommended amount of weight during pregnancy. Doctors recommend most women gain between 25 and 34 pounds. Gaining much more than this can cause you to develop more stretch marks.

Removing Stretch Marks
Most women worry about stretch marks after they have their baby. Fortunately most stretch marks do fade with time. Usually after 12 moths postpartum most stretch marks are light and less noticeable. Their texture may remain different from the surrounding skin however. Many women notice their stretch marks fading into whitish lines that are minimally noticeable.

Some women have very severe stretch marks that impact their self esteem after pregnancy. There are many treatments available for women that want to improve the appearance of their stretch marks.

If your stretch marks are particularly bad, you may consult with your doctor or a dermatologist. Some topical treatments such as tretinoin cream can help reduce stretch marks. These creams must be used after pregnancy however, because they can cause defects in your unborn baby.

Most of the topical treatments available should be used shortly after delivery, before they start to fade. The more time that passes between the delivery and use of cream, the less likely they are to be effective.

If you are breastfeeding it is important you consult with your doctor before using any stretch mark treatments. Some treatments may impact your milk supply or pass through the breast milk to your baby.

Most of the creams available to reduce stretch marks do not help relieve the sagging skin that also accompanies childbirth. There are some newer treatments including laser treatments however that may improve the skins elasticity and help reduce stretch marks. Some women also consider plastic surgery after they are done having children. A tummy tuck can help hide some stretch marks and reduce sagging skin.

Most women are able to joyfully overlook stretch marks when they consider the miracle of life they bring into the world. For the most the small annoyance even the worst stretch marks bring are well worth the joys of bringing a newborn baby into the world. Do what you can during pregnancy to maintain an appropriate weight and try not to worry too much about stretch marks. Many women wear them with pride, a ‘war wound’ or “badge of honor” related to their pregnancy. Why not wear them with pride?

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