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'I Didn't Know I Was Pregnant' Premieres July 8 on TLC
in Next Nine Months, on July 4, 2009
... KNOW I WAS PREGNANT, a series that reveals the astonishing stories of women who conceive and carry their babies all the way to labor and delivery, while never even knowing they were pregnant.
I DIDN... ... pregnant.
I DIDN'T KNOW I WAS PREGNANT will shock and intrigue viewers, with the most bizarre pregnancy and delivery stories imaginable. Each woman featured in the series will recount her own in...
Employee Compensation Case Law
in China Venture News, on June 29, 2009
...udy (of sorts) this past week on employee compensation. The article looked at an employee claim for pregnancy leave that was filed after they'd been laid off.
The situation was complicated by t...
Test To Determine Baby's Gender, Now Can Be Done At Home
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 10, 2009
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Parents can now determine the gender of their babies in as early as 10 weeks of pregnancy. At the comforts of their homes.
Thanks to the company who made the over-the-counter ge... ... © BadrNaseem
Parents can now determine the gender of their babies in as early as 10 weeks of pregnancy. At the comforts of their homes.
Thanks to the company who made the over-the-counter gend...
Obese Pregnant Women Should Not Gain Weight
in Next Nine Months, on May 31, 2009
... compared to 11 pounds in the study group. Twenty-three extremely obese patients lost weight during their pregnancy.
The findings showed that there were no fetal deaths and no growth-restricted inf... ... Credit: syposinc Until recently, pregnant women are advised to gain between 26-35 pounds during pregnancy, and about 15 pounds for obese women.
However, in a recent study of obese pregnant women ...
Happy Parents = Happy Children?
in Next Nine Months, on May 23, 2009
... states can affect our eggs and sperm, resulting in lasting changes in our children at the time of their conception.
Brain chemicals such as endorphins, and drugs, such as marijuana and heroin are kn...
The Fetal Fibronectin Test
in Well Woman Blog, on May 12, 2009
...n-the "glue" that holds the baby in the womb-in the vagina. During weeks 22 to 35 of a pregnancy, fetal fibronectin should be almost undetectable.
As prematurity is the number one cause of...
Mamapedia: A Hot New Website For Moms
in Next Nine Months, on May 10, 2009
...ower to ask any question and get real-scoop answers without judgement. Questions they can't ask their mother (for fear of not following her advice) or are too embarrassed to bring up at a playgrou...
Late Motherhood and Lifespans
in Next Nine Months, on May 8, 2009
...ing: do you know that, according to a recent survey or records, women who have babies naturally in their 40s or 50s tend to live longer than other women? Even more interesting is that brothers of suc...
Mother's Day Rally for Moms' Mental Health Features Top Mommybloggers & Parenting Authors
in The Parenting Weblog, on May 5, 2009
...ression in Her Childbearing Years"
The letter writers were given a blank canvas to share their humor, experience, tips and ideas focusing on mental health during pregnancy and postpartum.
P... ... a blank canvas to share their humor, experience, tips and ideas focusing on mental health during pregnancy and postpartum.
Postpartum Progress, founded in 2004, is a blog written for sufferers, sur...
Online Pregnancy Tracker Empowers Women to Take Control of Their Health
in Next Nine Months, on April 27, 2009
...hat goes beyond basic journaling and provides moms-to-be with a more proactive approach to managing their health during pregnancy. The pregnancy tracker is part of a new suite of Women's Health ... ... Hello Ladies. I bet you are all interested in TheCarrot.com 's new pregnancy tracker that goes beyond basic journaling and provides moms-to-be with a more proactive approach to managing the...
Breasfeeding is Good for Moms Too
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 26, 2009
...blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol compared to women who did not breastfeed.
Women in their 60s who had breast-fed for more than 12 months over their lifespan were nearly 10 percent less ... ...;ve always been told. I only know that breastfeeding your baby delays your first ovulation after pregnancy. That's about the only benefit of breastfeeding to moms, that fully registered in my mi...
Ellen Pompeo Announced Pregnancy!
in Next Nine Months, on April 21, 2009
...very.
Pompeo, 39, quietly tied the knot with Ivery last November 2007.
I wonder if Pompeo's pregnancy will be incorporated in the Grey's Anatomy story wherein her character - Meredith Grey...
Online Health Tool Empowers Women to Take Control of Their Health
in Well Woman Blog, on April 15, 2009
... Here's an online health tracking tool that helps empower women to take control of their health by better understanding it — TheCarrot.com .
TheCarrot.com is a free online and iPhone ... ...sician.
The newest trackers-a suite of Women's Health trackers for Ovulation, Menstrual Cycle, Pregnancy and Menopause-were just released last week.
Check it all out at TheCarrot.com .
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Prenatal Learning: What you should know
in Next Nine Months, on April 9, 2009
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Many parents talk to their developing child in the womb or play music because they recognize the importance of stimulation for the developing child. There is more and more re...
Pre-Conception Folic Acid: Boosts Birth Weight
in Well Woman Blog, on April 6, 2009
Pregnant women are normally given folic acid during the first trimester to prevent conditions in the baby such as spina fibida.
Now, according to a new study from The Netherlands, pre-conception folic acid can boost the baby's birth weight by over 60 grams .
Starting folic acid supple...
Hermes Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on April 6, 2009
...1930s. The Kelly bag debuted in 1956 after Grace Kelly used a large crocodile handbag to hide her pregnancy. Haute Couture collection was stopped in 1956, but they continued to give shows during the E...
The Baby Fat Diet
in Next Nine Months, on March 20, 2009
Baby has arrived and it's time to bid the baby fat away! Um... but how? Can it be done without sacrificing nutrition, losing precious time preparing meals, or denting the budget?
In the book, The Baby Fat Diet , authors Monica Bearden and Shara Aaron, both new moms and dietitians, off...
7 SuperFoods For Pregnant Moms
in Next Nine Months, on March 12, 2009
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What you eat dictates the outcome of your pregnancy and not just your health but your baby's health too. Suffice to say that proper nutrition is...
Honeydew Skin Care For Pregnant Moms
in Next Nine Months, on March 6, 2009
...lging belly bumps to unwanted c-section scars.
Honeydew Skin Care helps mommies -to-be enhance their gorgeous pregnancy glow with playfully-named, yet effective
products like Balmy Mommy (an itc... ... Oh the joys of pregnancy - they are amazing, but they don't come without sacrifice from itchy skin, swollen feet, leg cramps and the dreaded stretch marks!
Inspired by the healthy lifestyle o...
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Increase Risk of Neural Tube Defects
in Next Nine Months, on March 2, 2009
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 8552754 It appears that folic acid is not the only crucial nutrient in a pregnant woman's diet that can influence the risks of her baby developing neural tube defects such as spina bifida . A new study indicates that children born to women who have lo...
Nicole Kidman Is Not Pregnant With Second Child
in Next Nine Months, on February 27, 2009
...the couple has denied it . Nicole Kidman apparently isn't pregnant 7 months after the birth of their daughter Sunday Rose.
But if she is pregnant? I think it is sweet and nice....
Pollution-Related Asthma May Start in the Womb
in Allergies, on February 27, 2009
...terations related to prenatal PAH exposure. (The mothers' exposure to PAHs was monitored during pregnancy using backpack air monitors).
The researchers found a significant association between cha...
WomenHeart Celebrates American Heart Month With Heart Promises Campaign
in Well Woman Blog, on February 9, 2009
...women by providing the knowledge and tools needed to make positive lifestyle changes to help reduce their risk of heart disease. The campaign's online resource, www.HealthyMouthHealthyBody.com, is... ...s can lead to a higher risk of gum disease. For instance, changes in hormone levels due to puberty, pregnancy, and menopause cause women to be at a higher risk of developing periodontal disease - a se...
First Look: Sony Vaio P Series Lifestyle PC
in Wangtam, on February 9, 2009
...s, Internet Safety, Pregnancy, Vaccine Schedule, Area Moms, Blogs, Questions and Answers
• Readernaut
• Google Chrome Will Have Extensions by May
• Social Music: A Last.fm vs Slacker Head to Hea...
C-Section Raises Asthma Risk
in Allergies, on February 8, 2009
...on. But in cases of elective C-section, mothers should be advised of this increased health risk to their child....
Postpartum Depression May Be Predicted By A Simple Blood Test
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 3, 2009
... California, Irvine suggests that measuring the levels of a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy might predict whether a woman is likely to develop postpartum depression.
The said hormon...
Magnesium Sulphate Injections Help Protect Against Cerebral Palsy in Very Premature Babies
in Next Nine Months, on January 28, 2009
...o a new research, giving pregnant mothers who are at risk of giving birth preterm can help protect their very premature babies (less than 28 weeks gestation) from suffering from cerebral palsy by ... ...e injections. Cerebral palsy is a debilitating condition due to brain damages that can occur during pregnancy (about 75 percent), during childbirth (about 5 percent) or after birth (about 15 percent) ...
Vitamin D Deficiency Associated With Greater Rates Of Cesarean Sections
in Next Nine Months, on January 19, 2009
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 4144590 There are many factors believed to be predictive of a woman's likelihood of giving birth by C-section, the most common being the baby's estimated size/weight at birth relative to the woman's pelvis.
A new study also indicates that wome...
Pregnancy Diet and Childhood Health
in Next Nine Months, on January 13, 2009
...ourtesy of iStockphoto , Image# Many studies have already shown that a woman's diet during her pregnancy can affect her baby's health, not only during the time it's in the womb, but well...
Pregnancy, Diet, and Childhood Asthma and Allergies
in Allergies, on January 12, 2009
...ourtesy of iStockphoto , Image# Many studies have already shown that a woman's diet during her pregnancy can affect her baby's health, not only during the time it's in the womb, but well...
A Case Of Uterus Didelphys
in Next Nine Months, on January 6, 2009
...time diagnosis happens when couples consult a doctor for reproductive difficulties.
Imagine this: pregnancy has to depend on whether the sperm reaches the right uterus where there is a woman's e...
Pregnant Despite Uterus Didelphys
in Well Woman Blog, on January 5, 2009
...uble uterus and consequently a pair of cervices. Most often double vagina too.
With this condition pregnancy may be difficult as conception will depend on whether the sperm reaches the right uterus c...
SMoking During First Trimester Linked to Cleft Lip in Infants
in Next Nine Months, on December 21, 2008
... iStockphoto , Image# 4405519 Yet another study among Norwegian mothers showing that smoking during pregnancy is not a good idea: apparently, smoking during the first trimester of pregnancy is clearl...
Low Dose Caffeine At Pregnancy, May Still Be Bad
in Next Nine Months, on December 19, 2008
...tudy on mice states that even a low dose of caffeine (meaning just two cups of coffee) ingested at pregnancy may be enough to affect fetal heart development and then reduce heart function over the en...
First Pregnancies May Lower Mom's Blood Pressure Permanently
in Next Nine Months, on December 15, 2008
...rch, in women with healthy pregnancies, blood pressure levels were lower among women after a first pregnancy , compared to women who did not give birth.
Researchers examined blood pressure changes i...
Some Fertility Tips
in Next Nine Months, on December 9, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , David Marchal
To others, getting pregnant is as easy as 1-2-3. To some however, it isn't as easy. Here are 5 fertility tips I found from the U.S. News and World Report :
1. Don't wait too long.
2. Practice safe sex.
3. Eat right.
4. Avoid environmental ...
Cesarian Section Increase Baby's Asthma Risks
in Next Nine Months, on December 3, 2008
...o the delay in exposure to microbes (in contrast, babies born through vaginal birth pick up bugs on their wy out), thus delaying the "priming" of the children's immune system.
80% incre...
Clincial Trials Confirm Accuracy of SpermCheck Vasectomy
in The Biotech Weblog, on December 1, 2008
...ess than a threshold of 250,000 sperm per ml - a level associated with little or no risk of causing pregnancy. SpermCheck proved to be 100 percent accurate in identifying whether sperm counts were gre...
Water Aerobics During Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on November 22, 2008
...o Rodriguez If you're looking for a fitness regimen that will help you keep fit throughout your pregnancy, consider doing some water aerobics. Being in water will take the weight off your legs and...
Flax Seed Oil Linked to Premature Births
in Next Nine Months, on October 28, 2008
...uebec women emphasized to pregnant women to be cautious in consuming natural health products during their pregnancy. That a product is natural does not necessarily mean that it is safe. For example, t... ...women emphasized to pregnant women to be cautious in consuming natural health products during their pregnancy. That a product is natural does not necessarily mean that it is safe. For example, the con...
Depression at Pregnancy and Pre-term Delivery
in Next Nine Months, on October 25, 2008
... Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Aldo Murillo
Pregnancy is supposed to be a happy wonderful time. But what if you are depressed? According to a new study , depression at pregnancy can double ...
Post-Natal Hair Loss
in Next Nine Months, on October 17, 2008
... anxious with my continuously thinning hair. Gone are the healthy, shiny crown of hair I had during pregnancy;I must have lost more than two thirds of them in the last few months!
I now that post-na...
Pregnant Women Urged to Do Physical Activity During and After Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on October 13, 2008
...r, evidence suggests. The guidelines call for women to avoid doing activities that involve lying on their back after the first trimester and activities with high risk of falling or abdominal trauma.
... ... are pregnant women. Basically, pregnant women are urged to engage in more physical activity during pregnancy and after delivery, as this has been shown to benefit not just the mother, but the baby as...
Non-Invasive Blood Test for Fetal Genetic Anomalies
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 12, 2008
...ctly identify the 12 women who carried aneuploid fetuses and the six whose pregnancies were normal. Their results matched those of amniocentesis or CVS test that were done on the women.
The research...
Angelina Jolies Breastfeeding on W Magazine Cover
in Next Nine Months, on October 11, 2008
So what do you think of Angelina Jolie's cover photo on W magazine, showing her breastfeeding one of her twins ? Apparently, it's creating a stir , with lots of people clucking in disapproval.
Personally, I think there's nothing improper or indecent with the photo. I mean, you...
Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises During Pregnancy Help Prevent Incontinence
in Next Nine Months, on October 11, 2008
...ysiotherapist on how to do the exercises are half as likely to report urinary incontinence in late pregnancy, and a third less likely up to six months after birth , than those who receive usual anten...
There is no such thing as a baby brain?
in Next Nine Months, on October 10, 2008
...Nina Shannon
According to Australian researchers , that a woman's brain become mushy during pregnancy and motherhood is all but a myth. A study at the Australian National University in Canberr...
Distribution of Contraceptives, Approved at Gloucester
in Next Nine Months, on October 9, 2008
...ith parental consent.
From The Boston Globe :
The plan allows parents and guardians to withdraw their children from the contraceptive program. The new policy will take effect after the school boar... ... Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 6851026
Remember that pregnancy pact school in Gloucester? Now, the school's committee has approved distribution of contraceptives to students, with par...
Is it Safe to Have Sex During Pregnancy?
in Next Nine Months, on September 30, 2008
...oto courtesy of iStockphoto , Thomas Perkins Yes, of course it's perfectly safe... unless your pregnancy is classified as high risk .
The Nemours Foundation says sex may not be safe for pregnan...
Parents' Guide to Cord Blood Banking
in Next Nine Months, on September 28, 2008
...News Reports , which is in the format of a timeline
If you are not from the US, be sure to read their article on cord blood banking regulations by nationality . Lastly, you may want to see how t...
Banking Your Baby's Umbilical Cord Blood
in Next Nine Months, on September 24, 2008
... © Brandt Kurowski During my second pregnancy, I had the chance to chat with other pregnant friends about cord blood banking. Most of us were ambivalent about it, knowing the value of cord blo...
Healthfinder.gov Has a New Design
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 23, 2008
...ses everyday language and examples to:
Describe "small steps" users can do to improve their health
Give users positive reasons to change their behavior
Provide tools and encouragemen... ...; myhealthfinder " tool gives users personalized health recommendations based on sex, age, and pregnancy status, from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
The redesign of healthfinder.gov wa...
How to Do Basic Kegel Exercises
in Next Nine Months, on September 18, 2008
... © Melle_Oh Now that it's clear why Kegel exercises are important during and after pregnancy , here are some guidelines on how to get you started.
First, you need to identify which muscles y...
Why Do Kegel Exercises?
in Next Nine Months, on September 17, 2008
... Having well-toned and strong pelvic floor muscles is very important not only for pregnancy and childbirth, but also beyond. These are the muscles that support the weight of your growing belly, an...
Preparing for Conception: Nutrition
in Next Nine Months, on September 16, 2008
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Tomaz Levstek Pregnancy taxes the body so if you're planning to get pregnant soon, better start preparing way before you plan to conceive. By taking car...
Tips for Exercising During Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on September 15, 2008
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Derek Latta There will be times during your pregnancy when you don't feel like doing exercise, but trust me, keeping fit and getting some exercise will...
Easing Back Pains During Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on September 14, 2008
...rom Dr. Hope Ricciotti, Director of OBGYN at the Dimock Center, to help alleviate back pains during pregnancy :
"Try sleeping with a pillow under your knees," advises Dr. Ricciotti. "W...
Preparing Your Body for Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on September 13, 2008
...es In a perfect world, there are a myriad of factors one should consider even before contemplating pregnancy. Wanting to have a baby, or an additional one, is different from being ready for one.
Li...
Pregnancy and Heartburns
in Next Nine Months, on September 9, 2008
...y raising your bed, or using a kind of foam wedge to do so. Some find it more comfortable to lie on their left side, while others need to sleep on a recliner chair at a 45-degree or greater angle (not...
Mom's Mood During Pregnancy Affects Baby's Sleeping Patterns
in Next Nine Months, on September 8, 2008
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Not only does this add to parents' sleepless nights, but it may help set these children up for their own depression later in life.
In my experience, it doesn't seem like this was the case a... ....
Rubbish old wives tale? Not entirely.
According to a new study, a mom's mood during her pregnancy greatly affects her baby's behavior. In particular, they found that the mother's ...
America's Newest Celebrity: Sarah Palin
in The Celebrities Weblog, on September 8, 2008
...oliticians generally disdain celebrities and routinely refer to anyone in the limelight who opposes their views as "Hollywood Types."
Their reasoning is that celebrities are a bunch of dumb... ...ns a dim view of "Hollywood Types", commented earlier this year on Jamie-Lynn Spears' pregnancy.
He said it was her parent's fault, for failing to provide parental guidance, and he ...
Are Baby Showers All About Gifts?
in Next Nine Months, on August 31, 2008
... to Wikipedia , a baby shower is a party in which parents or expectant parents receive gifts for their newborn or expected child. It is a tradition, if one may call it that, popular in the United S...
Ashlee Simpson and Her (Maternity) Pants
in Next Nine Months, on August 29, 2008
... So, contrary to rumors, Ashles simpson is NOT concerned, moreso depressed, with her increasing pregnancy weight gain. In her MySpace blog , she says:
1. My doctor says I am right on target with...
Taking Your Baby's Foot and Hand Prints
in Next Nine Months, on August 28, 2008
...n.
Footprints should be easy to make, but handprints are usually trickier because most babies have their fists almost always closed in a fist during the first weeks. If you manage to get some nice pr...
Navel Piercings and Belly Rings During Pregnancy
in Next Nine Months, on August 27, 2008
... courtesy of iStockphoto, Katherine Gallia
A lot of women who have navel piercings opt to remove their belly button rings for the duration of their pregnancy. But does one really have to? It all d... ... of women who have navel piercings opt to remove their belly button rings for the duration of their pregnancy. But does one really have to? It all depends on the wearer .
As long as the piercings ha...
Extreme Stress During Pregnancy May Result to Child's Schizophenia
in Next Nine Months, on August 26, 2008
...with Israel's national psychiatry registry.
They found that the offspring of women who were in their second month of pregnancy during the height of the Arab-Israel war in June of 1967 - also know... ...kphoto, Image# 634130
A recent study indicates that mothers who experience extreme stress during pregnancy are more likely to give birth to children who develop schizophrenia . We're not talkin...
Mother's Vitamin D Status Affects Baby's Dental Health
in Next Nine Months, on August 26, 2008
...efects, which are a risk factor for early-childhood tooth decay.
Two hundred six pregnant women in their second trimester participated in the study. Only 21 women (10.5%) were found to have adequate ... ...keep an eye on your own Vitamin D intake: Research shows that low maternal vitamin D levels during pregnancy may affect primary tooth calcification , leading to enamel defects, which are a risk facto...
What Pregnant Women Should Avoid and Pregnancy Paranoia
in Next Nine Months, on August 25, 2008
...got to know of these things. Here's a fun, but informative article from the NY Times that puts pregnancy paranoia into perspective :
Tanning spray and acrylic-nail preparations? Might have toxic...
Is it Safe to Eat Sushi During Pregnancy?
in Next Nine Months, on August 22, 2008
...he short answer: it depends.
It depends on the freshness and source of the fish used. The American Pregnancy Association says that mercury levels may pose danger , so you must avoid sushi made of th...
