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Benefits of Pilates During Pregnancy

Staying physically fit during pregnancy can be difficult, especially if you’re not in shape to begin with. You’re generally more tired, sometimes uncomfortable and possibly concerned about the effect of exercise on your developing baby. Between the extremes of doing nothing and going all out, there’s a highly regarded alternative: Pilates. Conceived by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, the original use was as rehabilitation after injury. Which is why it makes sense for pregnancy—it’s low-impact with high-impact results.

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Family Planning Methods & Their Side Effects

Family planning is a way for a woman to plan if and when she becomes pregnant. Family planning methods exist in a number of forms, including the use of birth control, medical surgery, or the practice of natural, non-chemical ways. Each method has its own possible side effects, which vary from method to method.

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How Soon Can You Have Sex After Giving Birth?

After giving birth, the general rule of thumb is to hold off on sex for 4 to 6 weeks. Giving birth takes a major physical and emotional toll on your body, so you need to give your body time to heal before any sexual penetration. Typically, your doctor will give you the okay to resume having sex during your first postnatal check-up, which takes place about 6 weeks after the birth.

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Your Baby at 33 Weeks

Your baby has grown incredibly over the past 33 weeks. What started out as little flutter movements have now become hard kicks and punches. She is perfectly formed, proportioned and looks like a newborn. Her lungs are still maturing. But at 33 weeks, she is proactive in developing her breathing skills. Her heart tones and position will be checked at each prenatal appointment from now until delivery.