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High Pregnancy Weight Increases Baby’s Obesity Risk
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How to Take the Weight OFF, When the Pressure is ON
When you are a busy Mom and the pressure is on, it helps to have steps you can rely on to start losing weight quickly. It all starts with mindset no matter what you decide to do to stop your weight gain. By getting in the right frame of mind, and with a few simple changes,…
The Do’s and Don’ts for Sex During Pregnancy
After the excitement of a new pregnancy calms, expecting parents (especially first-time parents) have hundreds of questions. One of the most common involves sex during pregnancy – is it safe? Sex during a normal pregnancy is usually safe unless your doctor has recommended otherwise. That said, there are a few things to be aware of – a…
Signs of a Fallopian Tube Pregnancy
A fallopian tube pregnancy, also called a tubal pregnancy, happens when a woman’s fertilized egg attaches to a place outside the uterus and inside the fallopian tube. A baby cannot develop normally in the fallopian tube, so this condition has to be treated. If not treated, a fallopian tube pregnancy is usually fatal. A fallopian tube pregnancy happens in one out of every 60 pregnancies, according to the American Pregnancy Association. Knowing the signs and the causes of a fallopian tube pregnancy will help you to detect one better. The sooner it is detected, the better.
Ball Exercises During Pregnancy
Prenatal exercise helps relieve discomfort and increases energy, according to MayoClinic.com. An exercise ball is an inexpensive but effective workout tool for expectant mothers. The large, plastic workout ball provides support along with its flexibility, allowing it to conform to your body. Ball exercises are also an alternative way to perform exercises in a safer manner while pregnant. Always listen to your body and consult with your health care provider when starting a new workout routine, especially during pregnancy.