by Patricia Hughes
The nine months of pregnancy are a miraculous event. During this relatively short time, your baby goes from a fertilized egg to a fully formed newborn. The changes that take place over these nine months are astounding. By the end of the first month, the tiny heart has formed and is beating. The major organs and systems of the body have developed by the end of the first trimester.
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by Patricia Hughes
One of the first decisions you will need to make in your pregnancy is who will provide your medical care? The two main choices are a midwife or an obstetrician. Most women give birth with an obstetrician, but midwives are gaining in popularity. Your philosophy of birth and the type of experience you want for your birth will help guide your decision.
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by Patricia Hughes
Most first time mothers are surprised at the recovery process after the birth of a baby. Your body needs to heal physically after the baby is born. Gradually, you will feel better. Overtime, your body will return to its original shape. This won’t happen over night. You will need to give your body time to heal, eat well and exercise.
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by Patricia Hughes
If you are planning to have a baby in the next year or so, it’s time to start planning now. This is the time to take stock of your lifestyle and health. Start now to make healthy changes in your life. Planning ahead helps increase the odds of having a healthy baby.
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by Patricia Hughes
Stretch marks are a common worry among pregnant women and new mothers. They are the result of the weight you gain during pregnancy. This weight causes the skin to stretch beyond its normal limits. This stretching causes the collagen and elastin fibers in the skin to tear. The connective tissue breaks down as a result of this tearing. The result is a small scarred area that is known as a stretch mark.
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