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Miscarriage support can come in many forms 2007-09-03 15:30:14 If you are getting over a pregnancy loss, you may need miscarriage support for both the physical and emotional effects of the experience. Miscarriage support can take many different forms, including professional help, talking about the problem, becoming informed about what a miscarriage is, books, support groups, journaling, and online forums. Books are a great source for miscarriage support and information. Many books can help you learn exactly what a miscarriage is and causes of pregnancy loss, as well as provide guidance about your emotional health. As a pregnancy loss resource, books are easily available and are also a great resource for learning about other women's experiences and feelings in regards to miscarriage. Another place to receive miscarriage support from women who have experienced a similar loss as your own are online forums. Online discussion groups can help you talk about the miscarriage, hear how other women are coping and share your feelings. Also, try checking ...

The Ins and Outs of First Trimester Pregnancy 2007-09-03 15:30:12 Congratulations, you are pregnant! Perhaps these are the words you have recently heard from your doctor. Or maybe the home pregnancy test you performed this morning was positive. No matter how the results came to light, you are now ready to embark on your first trimester of pregnancy. You probably have many questions and even more concerns as you will be seeing a host of changes in your body over the next few months. What can you expect During First Trimester Pregnancy? Fortunately, there are many resources available to educate you about what is coming. The first trimester of a pregnancy can often be the most difficult, because of the risk of complications and the uncomfortable symptoms you may experience. Take heart, because the first trimester pregnancy only lasts about twelve weeks, and the second trimester is generally found to be a little less symptom-filled. If you can, take it a little easier on yourself and your body during these first weeks of adjusting to being pregnant. Some ...

The Basics About Maternity Leave 2007-09-02 16:30:07 The United States is the only industrialized country besides Australia that doesn't provide paid maternity leave for new mothers nationally. According to a Harvard University study of 168 nations, 163 had some form of paid maternity leave. This means that the United States in the company of Lesotho, Papua New Guinea and Swaziland when it comes to providing paid leave for pregnant women. No one really knows why this is the case, although some professors and experts claim that the difference in European and American feminist movement goals could have contributed to the lack of paid maternity leave for mothers in the United States. In Europe the early feminists emphasized special treatment for mothers, including maternity leave. American early feminists downplayed motherhood, wanted equal rights for women, and no special treatment. There has been some effort put into introducing paid maternity leave in the United States. The Clinton administration wanted to let states use unemploymen ...

When Reality Hits - The Effects of Teenage Pregnancy 2007-09-01 23:30:05 Trying to distinguish the effects of teenage pregnancy is a complex task given the difficulty in separating pre-existing conditions and those that are a direct result of adolescent pregnancy. Despite this complication, though, there is a large amount of research which shows that a pregnant teenager will encounter a great deal of negative effects. First and foremost of these effects of teenage pregnancy is the emotional stress of being pregnant at such a young age and of having to make a decision as to what to do about the pregnancy. Teenage mothers are more likely to drop out of school than their peers who are able to avoid pregnancy. Statistics from 1997 show that only 41% of adolescents who have children before they reach 18 years of age graduate from high school, compared to 61% of adolescents from similar backgrounds who delay pregnancy until at least 20 or 21 years of age. Because many teenage mothers drop out of school, another of the effects of teenage pregnancy is their lack of ...

"Am I or Aren't I?" - 10 Pregnancy Signs 2007-09-01 18:00:06 Whether a woman is trying to get pregnant or dreading an unwanted pregnancy, all women are anxious to find out the answer to the question: "Am I pregnant?" Some women just "have a feeling", while others need to be reassured by various methods. Most experts agree that there are about 10 pregnancy signs that a woman can check for to find out if she's pregnant. The signs will vary from woman to woman, and some women may not even experience any of the 10 pregnancy signs. 1. Missing your period. This is most often the first of the 10 signs of pregnancy. Many women have very irregular menstrual cycles, so it may take longer for them to realize whether or not they've actually missed their period; for women who are regular, though, a missed period is a very potent sign indicating pregnancy. 2. Fatigue. Often, a woman will feel extremely tired the first 8-10 weeks of pregnancy, due to all the changes her body is going through to accommodate a growing baby. 3. Tende ...

How Long Has Abortion Been Around? 2007-09-01 04:00:08 The answer to the question, "How long has abortion been around" is surprising. Contrary to popular belief, abortion was not invented with the Roe vs. Wade court decision. In fact, since the ancient Greek and Roman times, abortion has been a common procedure and, until the late 18th and early 19th centuries, abortion was actually legal in most parts of the world. The Greek and Roman philosophers wrote extensively about abortion, and many agreed with its practice. Some even wrote treatises on abortion, its benefits, and even discussed what abortifacient (or abortion causing) herbs to use and how to use them. Abortions in this time were not very different from ones that happen today, only now abortion is legalized and regulated by the government and medical community, making it a much safer practice. This is only the beginning of the answer to how long has abortion been around. In Southeast Asia, massage abortion has been practiced for centuries. This is when pressure is used on ...

The convenient and necessary breastfeeding bra 2007-09-01 00:15:08 One of the most necessary tools for a nursing mother is a good quality breastfeeding bra. This is one of the most important of the breastfeeding supplies. It makes breastfeeding more comfortable and convenient. Each breastfeeding bra comes with a variety of helpful features that can help make breastfeeding more comfortable for mother and baby. There are many different styles of maternity, nursing or breastfeeding bras. For many women, it is important to wear a breastfeeding bra, because the bra can reduce stretching of tissues that can result in sagging. Women with larger breasts are usually more comfortable wearing one. Many women will prefer to be fitted for a breastfeeding bra. The breasts begin to prepare for lactation early on in the pregnancy and some women will outgrow their usual bra size earlier than others. Usually, most of the changes to the breasts have occurred by around four months gestation, which is a good time to be fitted. A correctly fitted breastfeeding bra gives a ...

The Truth of Getting Pregnant After Ovulation 2007-08-31 05:30:02 Women who are trying to conceive are constantly told that pregnancy only occurs during ovulation. If this is strictly true, why are so many unplanned babies born to parents who practice the rhythm method for birth control? The answer is that each and every woman and her cycle are different. When the egg is released it can be viable, able to be fertilized, for 12-48 hours. Once again, every woman is different in this regard. Knowing that fact, it is clear to see how getting pregnant after ovulation is possible. As previously mentioned, ovulation can vary month to month in the same woman's body. Even with periods you can set a clock by, the exact day of ovulation may be different. Certain factors can delay a normal ovulation schedule. High levels of stress, large amounts of physical activity, and sickness are just a few factors that could cause that egg to make its appearance at an unusual time. While calculating an estimated day of ovulation is helpful in conceiving, it may be use ...

Ratings of best pregnancy exercise videos 2007-08-30 20:45:07 Ratings of the Best Pregnancy Exercise Videos Help You Choose What's Best for Both of You! There are videos for expectant mothers, and studying reviews on them, and ratings of the best pregnancy exercise videos, can help you develop the perfect match for you and your unborn child. Most people have some type of exercise routine, even if it is just taking the stairs at work, or walking the dog. There is no reason to eliminate a physical fitness routine while you are pregnant, but it is important that you take special precautions during your pregnancy. It is important that you discuss your exercise routine with your physician to rule out exercises or conditions that might be harmful to you or your baby. It is generally accepted that expectant mothers should avoid any exercise that involves an increased risk for falling or bodily impact, such as contact sports. Special consideration should be given to high impact exercises that increase joint and muscle strain as well, since, especial ...

Looking for Stages of Pregnancy Books? 2007-08-29 22:30:04 Once she confirms that she is pregnant, a woman may want to learn all she can about pregnancy, what happens to her and what she can expect. In many cases, her partner may also want some similar information. Other people close to the expectant parents may want to know more about the pregnancy. There are any stages of pregnancy books on the market. These books can cover topics that a woman may never have considered. Some stages of pregnancy books will be very technical, describing in detail every day and every change that occurs during the process of the pregnancy. There are books that discuss only a particular trimester, or a particular stage of the pregnancy. Some stages of pregnancy books are more general and will provide only the basic guidelines of pregnancy. Each woman will need to assess her own needs and interests and decide what kind of stages of pregnancy books are of interest to her. It is possible that a woman might only be interested in the general details of her pregnancy, ...

Learning about the Stages of Pregnancy 2007-08-29 16:30:06 Congratulations! You're pregnant! Regardless of who you are or if this is the first pregnancy or not, there are probably a lot of things going through your head right now. "You" may be the expectant mother, the father, or even a close relative or friend, but you somehow feel as if you are connected to the pregnancy and that it will affect your life. You are probably correct, since a baby does tend to change the lives of the adults around it. So, what do you do now? That obviously depends on who you are. That also will depend on the stages of pregnancy status of the expectant mother. The expectant mother generally will visit her primary care physician who may, or may not, refer her to a specialist. There are a variety of tests she will take, and things she will do and her physician should keep her informed of the stages of pregnancy and what to expect. What happens, however, if you are involved in the pregnancy but aren't the mother? If you have been pregnant, or ...

Sharing and Reading Childbirth Stories 2007-08-29 00:15:10 Childbirth stories are wonderful to share. Many mothers enjoy their experiences of the birth of their children with friends. The Internet has opened up an area where women also like to share their childbirth stories with strangers. There are some wonderful sites online that allow women to share in their childbirth stories and experiences. You can peruse other people's stories as well as share in your own. Reading other people's stories can help you if you have an area of concern. Childbirth stories might share information and insight about something that you, yourself are going through such as a high-risk pregnancy, multiple birth, c-section, VBAC (vaginal birth after c-section) or other issue. Many women also share the link to their online childbirth stories as part of their birth announcement so family and friends can read all about how their new baby bundle of joy arrived into the world. Many childbirth stories websites will allow people to index and search by various para ...

Understanding The Symptoms Of A Twin Pregnancy 2007-08-28 22:30:08 When you find that you're having a twin pregnancy, what can be more exciting? You'll have twice as many babies to shower your love on, twice as many cute things to dress them in, etc. Of course, you also get the added benefit of twice the feedings, twice the diapers, and, unfortunately, twice the morning sickness. While many women who go through a twin pregnancy only develop mild symptoms of things like morning sickness, fatigue, and extra weight gain; many experience literally double the pregnancy symptoms. Symptoms Of Twin Pregnancy Obviously the first thing that is going to confirm your twin pregnancy, is your first ultra-sound. With this detailed look inside the uterus, your doctor should be able to confirm the existence of two separate and distinct heartbeats. But there are earlier signs that can signal you to the possibility of a twin pregnancy. Extra weight gain is one of the earliest symptoms of a twin pregnancy. Most women with a plural pregnancy experience a weight ...

Abortion Laws: National and International 2007-08-28 17:30:05 Abortion laws are those legislations which describe whether or not the practice of abortion is allowed in certain places, and how it can be practiced. As the technical details vary greatly from country to country, I will be focusing on general details for general geological areas. Abortion laws were discussed in discourse all the way back to the ancient Greek and Roman times in the writings of such people as Plato and Aristotle, who favored abortion in certain circumstances, and Hippocrates who completely disagreed with the practice. Certain writers of this time period even discussed different abortifacient herbs - or herbs that cause abortion - and how to use them. Religion has always played a major role in the legalization or banning of abortion. Many Catholic popes have declared abortion a "sin against marriage". In the 1800s, Western countries began making abortion illegal because of moral dilemmas and because the practice of abortion at that time was so dangerous. Howeve ...

Pregnancy Diet - Diabetic Mothers Are Sweet On You 2007-08-28 06:15:05 Diabetes is unfortunately all too common. Often it is discovered in women when they get a complete physical checkup due to their pregnancies. A diabetic mother faces physical conditions that can affect the health of the unborn baby and her own health. Often with a pregnancy diet, diabetic mothers can control the conditions that may cause complications. When a woman conceives, she falls in love with her child unseen. She wants to do whatever she must to insure the safety of her child. Complications during pregnancy that may arise due to diabetes include the following. * Miscarriage * Stillbirth * High blood pressure * Growth of an extra large infant * Birth defects * Preterm birth Diabetes should never be taken lightly. Diabetes that occurs in a pregnant woman, who did not have diabetes before conception, is called gestational diabetes. There is also Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes that exists before pregnancy. All 3 kinds must be taken seriously. But fortunately, a pregnancy diet, dia ...