Tag: maternal health
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4 Key Points to Remember About Working Out While Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mama! If you’re thinking about hitting the gym while breastfeeding, you might have some questions swirling around in your head. Is it safe? Will it mess with your milk supply? What about the taste of your milk? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Here are four essential facts that will…
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What to Avoid in Early Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast Getting a positive pregnancy test is thrilling, but it can also come with a wave of anxiety. Your life is about to change, and you may be wondering what steps to take to ensure the health of you and your growing little one. There are definitely some foods and habits you’ll want…
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Gestational Diabetes: Recognizing Symptoms and Effective Treatments
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnant and feeling a bit off? You might want to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels. Gestational diabetes is a condition that affects about 7% of expectant mothers in the U.S., and while it’s common, it comes with its share of risks. Understanding what gestational diabetes is and how to…
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Hypertension During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Get Pregnant Fast Are you dealing with high blood pressure during your pregnancy? Here’s everything you should know to keep both you and your baby healthy. What is Hypertension? It’s essentially high blood pressure, and if it arises during your pregnancy, it’s often referred to as gestational hypertension. Typically, this condition is identified when your…
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The Surprising Benefit of Breastfeeding You Might Not Know
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, expecting moms! If you’re looking for a way to potentially ease the aging process, consider breastfeeding! Recent research from China has indicated that women who breastfeed may significantly reduce their chances of developing rheumatoid arthritis later in life. What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? It’s a painful condition that can cause swelling,…
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Fever During Labor? It’s Not Due to the Epidural
Get Pregnant Fast Did you know that experiencing a fever during labor is possible? Traditionally, it was believed that epidural analgesia—the pain relief method—was responsible for this rise in temperature among expectant mothers. However, recent research published in Anesthesiology offers a different perspective on maternal intrapartum fever (MIF). Researchers from the University of Alabama studied…
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Will Antidepressants Impact Baby’s Growth? New Research Reveals…
Get Pregnant Fast Great news for expecting moms who are on antidepressants! A recent study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry in Advance found that babies born to mothers taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) showed comparable weights, lengths, and head circumferences to those born to mothers who did not use antidepressants. Although newborns…
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TOMS Unveils Bag Line to Support Safe Birth Initiatives
Get Pregnant Fast TOMS, renowned for its charitable approach to business, has made a significant move into the maternal space with the launch of their new bag collection. From stylish cross-body bags to practical duffels, these accessories aim to do more than just carry your essentials—they’re designed to save lives. For each bag sold, TOMS…