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As many women realize after giving birth, shedding those extra pounds you packed on while you were pregnant is not so easy. In fact, the International Journal of Obesity notes that gaining more than 8 lbs. post-pregnancy is common. Unfortunately, postpartum weight gain is associated with a number of health issues. So if you find yourself gaining excessive weight after your pregnancy, remember to eat right, exercise and talk with your doctor.
For many pregnant women who plan to breastfeed, one of the biggest concerns is, “will it hurt?” The answer is that the early weeks of breastfeeding are different for everyone. Some women might have just a little soreness, and still others will be lucky enough to not experience any discomfort! You can’t predict how your body will adjust to breastfeeding. You’ll have to wait for that first latch to find out. You can, however, gather as much information as possible so you can know what to do if you do experience some challenges in the first few days. Knowing that what you are experiencing is normal can be comforting and less isolating. Some tenderness is normal when you first begin breastfeeding. But if that turns to pain that won’t go away, adjustments should be made. Nipple soreness and pain are often cited as the main reason women discontinue breastfeeding, and many moms think that soreness just comes with the territory. But that’s not the case! Breastfeeding done right can be comfortable, and if you can believe it, even a calming, soothing experience. There are a few different things you can try to ease the discomfort.
It's easy to go ga-ga over the thousands of adorable infant items on the shelves of baby megastores and cozy boutiques. If you're a first-time parent, it can be tempting to stock your registry with every imaginable trinket. But be sure to have a healthy balance of "wants" versus "needs." You'll also want to include gift items that cover a range of prices so your loved ones can select gifts that fit their budget.
The arrival of a new baby is a joyous occasion. However, the excess pregnancy weight around your waist is not so joyful. Between midnight feedings, bathing, dressing and general care of a newborn, there is not much time to focus on weight loss. Don't despair. Here are some simple tips on how to lose the weight safely and easily. You will be back in those skinny jeans before you know it.
While we anxiously await our babies in the months and weeks of pregnancy, nobody wants their baby to be born too early. Every week that your baby spends in utero will give him a better chance at survival. However, babies born at 33 weeks gestation can do quite well and encounter relatively few challenges because of their early entrance into the world.
Whether you want to shed those pregnancy pounds or just want to feel better both emotionally and physically, it is important to eat a healthy post-pregnancy diet along with getting plenty of exercise. Your diet after your pregnancy should include balanced nutrition like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, while also controlling the number of calories you eat. Keep in mind that a post-pregnancy diet does not mean cutting back drastically on your caloric intake. In fact, postpartum women need a minimum of 1,200 calories a day and sometimes as much as 2,200 calories a day.
Hair loss is a common human condition; it is normal to lose between 50 and 100 strands of hair daily. Women who are postpartum may see a larger loss of hair because of the hormonal changes that occur after birth. There are certain herbs, vitamins and minerals that can help with hair loss. However, as there are other reasons for hair loss, discuss this condition--and anything you take for it--with your doctor, especially if you are nursing.
Medela and Ameda both produce a variety of well-made, quality, functional breast pumps for different pumping situations. Choosing the right pump for your needs can improve your pumping output and make it easier to leave your baby the milk he needs when you cannot be with him. Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each pump when you choose the one that is right for your needs.
If you're breastfeeding, it's important to know how long to nurse your child so as to get the optimal health benefit for your baby. Most current research on the health benefits of breastfeeding centers on the first six months to a year of life. After this point, the medical data on extended breastfeeding--breastfeeding beyond a year old--tapers off, and the decision to breastfeed becomes a personal one. A 2008 Australian study conducted at the University of Western Sydney on long-term breastfeeding found that mothers who ended up breastfeeding longer than two years hadn't planned to do so, but over time and with peer support they changed their minds.
One of the hardest parts of pregnancy is the radical changes that happen to your body--gaining weight, feeling tired and having to slow down are just a few. Regaining your strength and deciding when you can go back to a more strenuous exercise program after the birth of your baby is dependent on the circumstances of your pregnancy, the birth and your overall health.
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