Tag: maternal health
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Midwives Speak: The True Role of Midwifery
Pregnancy Insights Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a whirlwind journey, with each week bringing new developments. From managing morning sickness to preparing for labor and delivery, the path is filled with various experiences and emotions. Here, we explore essential topics to guide you through your pregnancy. Morning Sickness Feeling nauseous during pregnancy? While it’s…
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A Mom’s Perspective on Giving Birth During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Get Pregnant Fast As a second-time mom, I had envisioned a smoother postpartum journey compared to my first experience. I even founded my company, Bodily, to bridge the gaps in knowledge surrounding childbirth and to create supportive products for women navigating this life-changing event. However, the unexpected arrival of the pandemic changed everything. About a…
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Keeping Your Newborn Safe from COVID-19: Essential Tips
Get Pregnant Fast The arrival of a new baby is always a momentous occasion, but during a global pandemic, it can feel overwhelming for new and expectant parents alike. If you’re curious about how to safeguard your little one from COVID-19, you’re not alone. We’ve gathered advice from some health experts who can help ease…
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Could Your Weight Increase the Risk of Complications During Birth? New Study Reveals Insights
Get Pregnant Fast Hey friends! A recent study published in the British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology has some intriguing findings regarding the connection between a woman’s weight and potential birth complications. Researchers from Oxford University dove into how Body Mass Index (BMI) affects the likelihood of complications during labor for women who are deemed…
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Why Preterm Birth Poses Greater Risks for Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Recent studies involving over 50 researchers from 25 institutions have revealed that baby boys face a higher risk of death and disabilities when born prematurely compared to baby girls. This research, coinciding with World Prematurity Day, highlights several potential disabilities linked to premature birth in boys, including learning difficulties, blindness, motor delays…
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Study Reveals Risks for Unvaccinated Pregnant Women
at home insemination kit A recent study has revealed that unvaccinated pregnant women face a significantly higher risk of severe health complications and stillbirths compared to those who are vaccinated. Researchers from Scotland found that pregnant women who contracted Covid-19 were much more likely to experience severe outcomes, including losing their baby, especially if they…
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Understanding Normal Pregnancy Temperature
Get Pregnant Fast Did you know that your body temperature during pregnancy can be slightly higher than it was before? This is something many expectant parents might not realize. Here’s what you need to know about normal pregnancy temperatures and how to monitor them. Baseline Body Temperature First off, it’s important to understand that not…
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Nursing for a Friend: A Mother’s Bold Choice Sparks Debate
Get Pregnant Fast Jessica Holloway has been caring for two little ones in a unique way for nearly a year, but it’s only recently that her actions have stirred conversation. The 28-year-old from Pennsylvania is a devoted stay-at-home mom to her 16-month-old son, Oliver, and also looks after 18-month-old Leo. Jessica has taken to breastfeeding…
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Experimental Epilepsy Medication Shows Promise for Postpartum Depression Relief
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking development, four new mothers who had been grappling with postpartum depression for several months experienced remarkable improvement after receiving an experimental epilepsy drug. The medication, SAGE-547, initially developed by Sage Therapeutics to manage epileptic seizures, was administered to the women during their hospital stay. Before treatment, these mothers completed…