Tag: pregnancy
group name: staywell
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September 18, 2007 05:13 PM EDT --
My youngest of three just had his first birthday. “This is really your day to celebrate, more than his,” my husband said. I thought back to the day my baby was born and smiled a little wryly. . . . more
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May 22, 2007 12:42 PM EDT --
As a pediatrician, I am a big fan of breastfeeding. There is overwhelming data to show that not only is it great for the health of babies, it’s great for the health of moms -- and that’s on . . . more
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June 29, 2007 11:52 AM EDT --
One of the most common phone calls I receive is from a patient with vaginal bleeding during pregnancy. Understandably, she is often very worried that she is having a miscarriage. Bleeding can be . . . more
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July 20, 2007 04:06 PM EDT --
The practice of Reiki, which may be as old as 2,500 years, is mentioned in Tibetan sutras and in ancient records of cosmology and philosophy. The name Reiki comes from the Japanese words rei, meaning . . . more
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August 11, 2008 10:52 AM EDT --
It's natural for pregnant women to worry about the health of their developing baby. Fortunately we're learning more about what causes birth defects and how to prevent them. For example, . . . more
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June 14, 2007 04:58 PM EDT --
Healthy eating during pregnancy is very similar to healthy eating when not pregnant: you should be eating a well balanced diet from many different food groups. Remember the general guideline . . . more
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May 24, 2007 09:34 AM EDT --
Discovering you’re pregnant can be a wonderful time for a woman. Carrying a new life inside you is both exciting and challenging; it’s not unusual to feel a little overwhelmed about what lies . . . more
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May 18, 2007 04:31 PM EDT --
When women who are trying to get pregnant come in to see me, one question on their minds is often: how will I know when I’m pregnant? In this article, I talk about the most common early symptoms . . . more
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June 29, 2007 11:34 AM EDT --
I heard the words that no woman wants to hear -- “I can’t find a fetal heart rate.” Then, it hit me. I was having a miscarriage.
When I told family and friends about our loss, I was . . . more
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May 22, 2007 12:18 PM EDT --
One of the first and most important decisions that new mothers make is whether to breast-feed or bottle-feed their babies. In fact, you should make this decision before giving birth, because the first . . . more
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May 31, 2007 02:45 PM EDT --
One of the best parts of being an obstetrician/gynecologist is that I get to see women at all times in their lives, and help them prepare for the future. This preparation is especially important when we . . . more
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June 07, 2007 11:53 AM EDT --
Having a child changes your life in many, many ways. As any parent can tell you, everything is different post-baby—from how you spend your time and money, to how you set your priorities.
Even before . . . more
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June 14, 2007 04:52 PM EDT --
Pregnant women should not drink alcohol, smoke, or use recreational drugs during their pregnancies. If you are addicted to these substances or have trouble quitting, get help immediately. In addition: . . . more
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May 15, 2007 09:23 AM EDT --
The first couple of weeks of your pregnancy probably happen without you knowing about it. Your baby begins his journey as a single cell called a zygote, which means “yoked together” in Greek. . . . more
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March 27, 2008 09:34 AM EDT --
Preterm labor is defined as labor (rhythmic contractions accompanied by progressive dilatation of the cervix) that takes place before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Giving birth before 37 weeks can be associated . . . more
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June 14, 2007 04:46 PM EDT --
The strange food cravings of pregnant women are often a source of humor in popular culture. While you may not necessarily crave pickles and ice cream, most women do find that they have an inexplicable . . . more
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June 21, 2007 05:58 PM EDT --
When you’re in a stressful situation, anxiety and tension have an immediate effect on your body. Your heart rate and breathing speed up, the shoulder muscles tense, your stomach may turn, and you . . . more
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May 15, 2007 09:20 AM EDT --
Pregnancy is surely the most astounding process that the human body can undergo. That a woman’s body can support the development of another human being from a single cell to a newborn is truly a . . . more
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May 22, 2007 12:20 PM EDT --
Your body’s ability to produce and provide milk to your baby is controlled by hormones in your body, primarily one called prolactin. Levels of this hormone rise after delivery, enabling you to feed . . . more
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May 22, 2007 12:24 PM EDT --
Even though breast-feeding is a natural process for your body, it may not feel natural or come to you easily. Nursing may cause slight pain and discomfort at first, but once you get used to the sensation, . . . more
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