If you had a baby recently and you wish to lose the weight you gained in the process, you may want to consider starting a healthy meal and exercise plan to start shedding pounds. Many new mothers find it is difficult to find the time to get to a gym to do exercising as they have a newborn to tend to. Using a dietary plan in addition to exercise routines that can be done at home may be helpful in getting the body style one desires.
If you are expecting a baby you might be wondering what labor will feel like. Many first time mothers are confused about the signs of labor and so they mistake normal aches and pains for contractions. The good thing is that there are some signs that can help you know that you are actually in labor and that it is time to go to the hospital. Here are some things you need to know.
The current recommendation is that you should take your daughter to see the gynecologist for the first time sometime between the ages of 13 and 15. If there is a problem, like irregular or very painful periods, you should take her in to see the doctor before that age. That first exam usually won't include a pelvic exam or pap smear, which can wait until after your daughter is sexually active or is about 21.
Pregnancy can be a pretty daunting prospect, since you will want to do everything in your power to make sure that your baby is healthy. However, there is also a lot of conflicting information out there about which foods you should eat during pregnancy. To help you get a better idea of what your diet should look like, here are some pointers to keep in mind:
Mercury and Bioaccumulation
First of all, you definitely want to avoid seafood that is near the top of the food chain.
If you would prefer that a midwife manage your birthing process, you can ask your OBGYN or obstetrics professional for a recommendation and/or a referral. Unless the midwife also has a medical degree higher than a registered nurse in obstetrics, you need to be aware of some things your midwife cannot legally perform. It may change your mind about having a home birth, but the important thing is that you know the limits and limitations of what a midwife can and cannot do.
