Pregnancy is such an exciting and scary time for a woman. When that plus sign shows up on the stick, a woman's life will be forever changed. Get the facts you need to stay calm and happy throughout your pregnancy, so you'll feel confident that you're going to be a great mom.
Yipee, I'm Pregnant! Now What?
- > Am I Really Pregnant? Normal Symptoms
- > Common Pregnancy Check-ups and Tests
- > Healthy Pregnancy Exercises
- > Feeling Icky? Sooth that Morning Sickness
- > Special Section for Mothers Over 35
- > Typical Pregnancy Discomforts
Fun Pregnancy Moments
- > Fun Myths: Predicting a Baby's Gender
- > Tips for Picking a Baby Name
- > Top 10 Baby Boy Names
- > Top 10 Baby Girl Names
- > Top 10 Pregnancy Myths
- > Sex During Pregnancy
Pregnancy "No No's" & Warning Signs
- > Activities to Avoid During Pregnancy
- > Food During Pregnancy - List of No No's
- > These Medicines and Pregnancy Don't Mix
- > Should I Call a Doctor? Warning Signs
- > Signs and Risk Factors for Miscarriages
- > Signs and Treatment of Gestational Diabetes
Getting Prepared for Baby's Arrival
Special Section for Mothers Over 35
Now-a-days women are waiting longer to get pregnant. With these later pregnancies there are some concerns. If you're pregnant and 35+ years "young" then you should be aware of the following medical concerns for a later pregnancy. Remember though, just because you're over 35 doesn't mean that these problems will definitely occur. Don't spend time worrying. Spend this exciting time bonding with the special gift inside you.
- Higher Risk of Miscarriage - A miscarriage is when a pregnancy ends spontaneously. In your 20s the miscarriage rate is between 5 - 10%, but in pregnant women above 35yrs it is as high as 25%.
- Higher Risk of High Blood Pressure - A Normal blood pressure rate is at or below 120 / 80. If you monitor your blood pressure at home and you go above this level more then a few times during your pregnancy then it's time to visit the doctor.
- Higher Risk of Gestational Diabetes - This means that the mom's body isn't able to process sugar efficiently. This can be controlled by a strict diet or medication in extreme cases. This usually goes away after pregnancy.
- Higher Risk of Placental and Bleeding Problems - If you experience bleeding during your pregnancy and the blood is bright red, contact your doctor immediately.
- Harder Deliveries with a Higher Probability for Cesarean Delivery - Cesarean delivery is otherwise known as a C-section where the doctor must surgically remove the baby from the womb.
- Higher Chance of Having Twins or Triplets - Heck, it might not be such a bad thing to deliver all your children in one shot!
- Higher Risk of Genetic Disorders - The chance of having a child with Down Syndrome or other genetic disorders is heightened when a woman has a baby over the age of 35.
