Category: Pregnancy Care

Pregnancy can bring many changes not only in your life but also even into your body. Even if you exercise a lot of precautionary measures, it is still possible that you may suffer from bodily pains. Whenever you experience these things, the smart way to deal with it is to see your family doctor. As much as possible, consult your condition first with this professional before trying out other options such as alternative therapy. Remember that nothing could ever replace prescriptions from health doctors. 

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Finding out that you are pregnant is one of the happiest moments that you could experience in this lifetime. Take note that pregnancy can change a lot of things in your relationship with your husband. Now that you are expecting to have a newborn baby soon, it is essential that you plan ahead of time. Remember that when the baby comes, everything in your life will change. Fortunately, you do not need to do it alone because you have someone to share the journey with.  

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Pregnancy is meant to become the happiest and most fulfilling moment in your life. It is supposed to be an experience that you would want to remember over and over again. However, some things could ruin this opportunity for you, one of which is finding out that your partner has committed acts of infidelity. It hurts to discover that he cheated on you especially when both of you are expecting to have a baby soon. “Her partner’s loyalty is needed by her, and is required of him since he too is a partner in the creation of this child,” says Abe Kaas, MA.

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  Deciding to get a divorce is not an easy process. Every party to a failed marriage will always get hurt no matter how much they make an effort to avoid it. “Conflict is typically healthy within a relationship as it can be productive in getting your needs met by your partner,” says Maureen Werrbach, MA, LCPC. “It’s how you deal with conflict that can potentially be problematic.” Many things could complicate a separation, one of which is finding out that you are pregnant. Sometimes, you thought that ending the marriage is the best solution to the marital problem. However, your pregnancy will change the situation. In this article, we are going to discuss the top reasons why you have to re-think filing for divorce now that you are about to give birth: Read more

There are many kinds of life-changing events that can happen in women, one of which is getting pregnant. Finding out that you are about to give birth soon is probably one of the best feelings in this world. Take note that having a new baby to come in your life is a God-given gift. However, if you recently just went through a breakup with the father of your child, it may feel that your world is falling apart, that the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Having all these emotions is normal, but it does not mean that you have to stay that way forever. 

 

“So much attention is focused on the new life coming into the world that it’s easy for pregnant women to forget to check on their own psychological and emotional well-being,” said Kristen Scarlett, LMHC. “But pregnancy is an especially important time to stay on top of these issues, especially because so many unique challenges commonly arise.”

 

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Are you going through a painful and difficult phase in your life right now? Do you feel sad about the situation that you are facing right now? Do you want to get some professional help so that you would start to feel better? Look for a psychiatrist as soon as possible. This individual can help you deal with the issues in your life. Before you engage the services of this individual, be sure to ask these questions first:   

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  The last few weeks of pregnancy may be very intense on so many levels. You may receive a lot of pampering from your husband and other family members who can’t wait to see the new child in your household. At the same time, however, you can experience Braxton Hicks contractions, indigestion, and various sources of distress that can make even sleeping – the best relaxation possible – difficult. If it gives you any relief, realize that most, if not all, pregnant women bear with these situations. They come with the territory, without a doubt. But that doesn’t mean that there’s no way for you to avoid or lessen the issues. “Researching and understanding what to expect during the third trimester can help reduce any anxiety you may have during the final stages of your pregnancy.” Debra Rose Wilson, PhD says. Seek ways to survive the waiting game in the third trimester below. 

 

  Go To A Chiropractor One of the biggest dilemmas that expectant mothers face is back pain. Rather than ebbing away, it only intensifies the closer you get to your due date. What may help you is receiving treatments from a chiropractor. This health professional can perhaps adjust your spinal column so that it doesn’t get pulled in by your growing belly. According to a study conducted by Dr. Irvin Henderson MD, “Women who received chiropractic adjustments in their third trimester were able to carry and deliver their child with much more comfort.”

 

  Elevate Your Upper Body When Lying Down Considering the belly stays very round, not low-looking, it entails that the fetus can still be pressing on your ribs and organs. That can cause heartburn often and make sleeping a challenge. Thus, you have to lie down with plenty of pillows supporting your upper back and head to prevent that issue.

 

  Stay Active Exercising is highly essential at this point in your pregnancy because it’s almost time for the baby to pop out. That isn’t easy for everyone, especially if you didn’t move a lot for months and your muscles and joints are stiff. Walking around the neighborhood can get you started; afterward, you may try swimming, aerobics, and yoga. Just ensure, though, that your OB-GYN approves your exercise of choice. “Prenatal exercise may reduce the amount of glucose and fats mothers make available to their babies, helping them grow more optimally,” explains Dana Dabelea, MD, PhD.

 

  Talk To Your Family Members About The Baby’s Arrival The most important person to speak with about it in your brood is your husband. You need to both be on the same page, so feel free to tell him what you want him to do as you’re pushing the child out. Then, if you have other kiddos, assure them that the new baby won’t lessen your love for them. It may be the best time too to talk to your parents, siblings, or whoever will look after your children as you stay inside the hospital for a few days.  

 

  Plan Your Ideal Birthing Process In case you already watched women delivering their child in preparation for your own, you know that you don’t need to merely check in the hospital and leave once the doctor gives you and your infant an all-clear signal. You can, in fact, ask someone to decorate the room like what you do at birthday parties while you’re in there. It’s possible as well to opt for no epidural and choose a different birthing method. The specialist cannot guarantee that everything will go according to plan when it’s showtime, but it’s OK to think of such things when you’re still not in labor.      

Pregnancy is magical, in my opinion. You only need a single sperm to fertilize an egg cell that’s approximately 0.2 millimeters in size. From that, the fetus grows until you have a baby with distinct features, full organs, and the ability to become the next president of a company or a country.

Pregnancy comes with a lot of concerns for a mom-to-be. “One psychologist I spoke with recently said that when she became a clinical psychologist, she thought she’d see mainly postpartum depression. Instead, she sees mostly prenatal anxiety,” shared Dawn Kingston, PhD.
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 Do you know the benefits of having Braxton Hicks contractions? Many of the pregnant women I came across for years only thought of it as an unpleasant part of carrying a baby. Even I had the same idea about it the first few times I got it. When you assume it’s time to pop out your child, the tightening sensation goes away, leaving you with disappointment. But what I understand now about false labor is that it’s your body’s way of giving you a taste of what’s to come during the actual birthing day.

 

Though it kicks in at the most unexpected times, you should honestly be thankful that you experienced the Braxton Hicks pre-delivery. This way, you won’t go into shock once you feel the real contractions. With that in mind, however, you can still try your hardest to deal with the false labor efficiently.

 

Remain Well-Rested

The ultimate thing you need to do stat is to put away all your tasks so that you will be able to concentrate on resting. Your body works too much already by supporting the child in your tummy; it will surely be a pain to obsess about the business, dirty laundry, and meal preparation too. It can take a lot out of your plate if you go on maternity leave at least two months before the due date. You can also ask someone to do the household chores temporarily on your behalf, and have your husband take care of and bring your bigger kids to school.  

 

Hydrate Yourself

You tend to lose more water within your system in comparison with a non-pregnant individual since you pee a lot. Most of the fluids go towards your child’s growth as well; that’s why lacking hydration can cause Braxton Hicks contractions, or worse, congenital disabilities. A sad example of hydrating your cells is drinking soda and coffee. Though they’re delicious, the said beverages drain water out of your body too. Instead, you can benefit from fruits, fresh juices, decaffeinated herbal teas, and regular H₂O.  

 

Have A Luxurious Bath

Assuming you’re too far along to move so much, a warm – not hot – bath for less than half an hour may help alleviate the sensations of false labor. Stress can bring out Braxton Hicks, you know. However, you are most likely to forget what tenses you up mentally and physically when you soak your tired self in the relaxing water. Other than the bubbling solution, feel free to add Epsom salts in the tub. You may also add essential oils, as well as light some scented candles to make the bath extra luxurious.  

 

According to Michael J. Breus, PhD, “The warm water helps relax muscles and reduces pressure on the knees and joints, which allows the body to be fully supported. It increases circulation and reduces swelling and inflammation.”

 

 

Meditate

Meditation does not only calm your spirit; it allows you to learn some breathing exercises too. According to Kristen Scarlett, LMHC, “While meditation and mindfulness may not combat severe symptoms, learning to tune into your thoughts and feelings may help you cope.”

 

“The type of controlled, relaxed breathing skills developed with regular meditation practice produces both immediate and long-term benefits,” wrote Thomas Rutledge, PhD. “Blood pressure and muscle tension also rapidly decline; thinking processes slow, enabling increased focus and concentration.” It matters to get the technique down so that you won’t freak out when you experience the fake contractions. While you sometimes want to hold your breath whenever the muscles tighten, enable yourself to go to zen mode to deal with Braxton Hicks well.  

 

Empty Your Bladder

Urinating when your brain tells you to do so is very important. The heaviness of the uterus means it may always be in contact with the bladder. If the latter is full, it can add pressure on the former and maybe slightly push against it. That action can trigger false labor; that’s why you have to pee as often as possible.