4 Reasons for a Cesarean Section to be Performed These 4 situations are the most common reasons for a cesarean section to be performed. If you display any of these signs your doctor may deem it necessary for a surgical birth. 1. Failure to Progress This accounts for around 30 percent of cesarean deliveries. It […]
Boost Chances for a VBAC Delivery
7 Ways to Increase Your Chances for a VBAC Delivery You are more likely to need a cesarean if you have had one previously, but there are ways to increase your chances for a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). Try these 7 tips for boosting your chances of a VBAC delivery. 1. Inform Yourself There […]
Understanding Delivering a Breech Baby
Safe Conditions for Delivering a Breech Baby Vaginally Studies show that delivering a breech baby surgically rather than vaginally has a lower risk of birth injury and newborn complications. The main concern in the vaginal delivery of a breech newborn is that, with the feet or buttocks presenting first, the head will not have enough […]
Third Trimester Emotions
Third Trimester Emotions You can Expect The third trimester is an emotionally easier time. By now you have learned that pregnancy can be both unspeakably wonderful and incredibly challenging, and you have become used to handling these mixed emotions. Thus, many of the emotional and physical “growing pains” of pregnancy are now behind you, and […]
Your Changing Body in the Seventh Month of Pregnancy
Physical Changes in the Seventh Month of Pregnancy The amount of space baby is taking up will have the biggest impact on your physical changes in the seventh month of pregnancy. See what to expect as you learn to deal with your continually growing body. Heart-Pounding Throughout your pregnancy, as you already know, blood volume […]
Ways to Reduce the Discomforts of Swelling During Pregnancy
How to Reduce Swelling During Pregnancy You can expect to experience swelling during pregnancy. Although it is difficult to avoid it altogether, there are ways to reduce it and give your body some relief. Try these tips to reduce swelling. Tips to Avoid Swelling Normal swelling during pregnancy can be a nuisance and contribute […]
Backache During Pregnancy
Dealing with a Backache During Pregnancy More than 50 percent of moms-to-be complain of back pain in the last half of pregnancy. Back muscles get a triple whammy during pregnancy: your ligaments, which are relaxing to allow for easier passage of the baby through the pelvis, are looser all over. This puts more strain on […]
Your Changing Body in the Fourth Month of Pregnancy
Physical Changes During the Fourth Month of Pregnancy Just as the side effects of a medication lessen when you become accustomed to the dose, the side effects of pregnancy hormones begin to lessen as your body adjusts to their presence. During these middle months, most pregnant women finally feel better physically, and many feel better […]
Early Pregnancy Emotional Changes
Dealing with Early Pregnancy Emotional Changes The up and down early pregnancy emotional changes of the first two months often continue into the third month. The good news is that the level of pregnancy hormones in your blood will probably peak during this month, meaning at least their side effects won’t get any worse. For […]
7 Reasons to Call Doctor with Extreme Morning Sickness
7 Cases of Extreme Morning Sickness When you have morning sickness, there are many days when you may feel like you need to call your doctor. These 7 situations of extreme morning sickness really do require you to call your doctor and seek their opinion on what you should do to treat it. 1. The […]
Warning! Starvation Ketosis is Serious
Beware of Starvation Ketosis Starvation ketosis is a serious condition that happens when your pregnant body is starved for nutrition, especially carbohydrates. With starvation ketosis, your tissues begin to breakdown and the byproducts of this ketabolism are called ketones, which actually aggravate nausea. To prevent starvation ketosis, try the following: Salty fluids, such as broths […]
Ease Morning Sickness
24 Ways to Ease Morning Sickness The term “morning sickness” is misleading, as this queasiness can occur in the morning, afternoon, evening or middle of the night. Although it is inevitable and unavoidable, here are 24 ways to ease morning sickness. 1. Avoid Morning Sickness Nausea Triggers The most common offenders you should eliminate to […]