Pregnancy and Family Planning Articles

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Wednesday, 16th January 2008 @ 12:49 AM

Everyone is aware of the rule of the thumb that women need to adhere to a sound diet plan for pregnancy and consume a wide assortment of nutritious foods during the crucial nine months, leading to the arrival of the baby. Now, one out of every seven women, have a very high likelihood of suffering from pregnancy-related complications. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to augment the essential nutrients in the initial months of pregnancy, in order to further the prospects of delivering a baby,... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Wednesday, 16th January 2008 @ 12:47 AM

The figures for teenage pregnancy in Jamaica are startling; before the age of 20, some 20% of Jamaican women have been pregnant at least once; 48% of males 15-19 years of age do not use condoms with their regular sexual partner, while 41% do not use condoms with a non-regular partner. Jamaica's teen pregnancy epidemic is hidden beneath many layers of denial, ignorance, and social and cultural misinformation. Jamaica has experienced marginal economic growth in recent decades and what... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Wai Chong Mak @ Tuesday, 15th January 2008 @ 8:37 PM

My interest in prenatal training stemmed from my own early experience in my mother's womb. Later, I found that I was able to benefit from its use with my own children during my pregnancy. My mother related to me that while I was still in her womb, my father used to talk to me as if I was already a person of my own right. He would update me on things like, "Daddy is back home. How are you? I love you." Those were crucial moments for me. I believe it helped to build the ver... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Wai Chong Mak @ Tuesday, 15th January 2008 @ 4:22 PM

The following article presents the latest information on pregnancy, prenatal training, unborn baby and parenting. It is a good idea to probe a little deeper into the subjects. What you learn may give you the confidence you need to venture into new areas. In the past, most people do not believe in communication with unborn baby. They thought that they were quiet, isolated and unable to listen and respond to communication. However, the recent improvement in science and technology show th... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 5:07 PM

A nutritional regime and fitness routine in the course of pregnancy are extremely essential issues to bear in mind when you are expecting. Maintaining a healthy way of life tends to lower the possibilities of going through any pregnancy-related complications, and will ensure that dealing with birth related strain and anxiety would not be very difficult. Besides, your baby, too, will benefit from you keeping a healthy diet and staying fit during pregnancy. Remember to consult with your phy... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 5:06 PM

While women may not realize it, there are dozens of websites out there devoted only to sharing videos and personal experiences of women during childbirth. While the first reaction to this may be negative, watching videos can actually help a pregnant woman to prepare for the process she'll be going through herself. It's also a great option for the woman who is deciding the type of birth she wants to have. While many women choose to give birth at the hospital, more and more are c... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:51 PM

While in decades past women were supposed to hide while they were in their "delicate state", those days are far behind us. Many designers have come to the forefront introducing fashionable maternity lines for mothers to be. While it may take a little work, finding the right clothing to show your personal style and your baby bump won't be hard to do. Pregnancy has now become a celebration of life and a reason to rejoice, and the baby bump has all but become the latest fashion... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:10 PM

While the whole journey that is pregnancy has no doubt been a whirlwind of change and learning, this last stage of pregnancy is the most anticipatory; baby will be making its debut in a matter of weeks. While dad may think that things can only get worse in the way of stress and exhaustion, many soon to be parents often find the last trimester the best. Life seems to strike a balance and while mom may be uncomfortable because of the size of her tummy, mentally the couple is often in a ver... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:09 PM

For those just starting out on their journey to bringing a new life into the world, it's important to know what to expect from pregnancy and the different stages it goes through. The first stage of pregnancy is often the easiest to miss; sometimes women do not even know they are pregnant until the end of this last stage. The first stage is referred to as the first trimester. A woman will experience many changes in her first trimester of pregnancy due to the body adapting to the life... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:07 PM

About sixteen weeks into a woman's pregnancy her breasts start to change and grow noticeably; the normal fashion bras no longer fit. Many women often overlook the importance of a maternity bra. The breasts begin to grow early in the pregnancy to prepare for nursing the new bundle of joy. The breasts become much heavier than normal and need a bra with extra support and comfort to accommodate. While a woman's first reaction may be to purchase the next size up in her favorite fril... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:07 PM

Many expectant mothers often overlook the role diet can play in their baby's overall health and nutrition. The popular adage "eating for two" isn't quite what is necessary, in fact, there is such a thing as gaining too much weight when it comes to pregnancy, (most physicians agree that 25-40lbs is optimum). An expectant mother should read up on prenatal health and diet and speak to her doctor about the foods she should eat, and those she should avoid to give her baby the best s... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:05 PM

The practice of abortion is by no means a new concept. There has been documented proof of abortion procedures going back for centuries. The history of abortion reaches as far back as the ancient Greeks and Romans who used very frightening and unscientific methods to expel the fetus from the body. Throughout the centuries, many different herbs were also thought to terminate pregnancy; some were only myths, while others not only terminated pregnancy, but could even be lethal to the woman. ... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:05 PM

For a woman trying to get pregnant, knowing the very earliest signs of pregnancy can be invaluable. Trying to conceive is both a very exciting and very frustrating time. It can often take women many months to finally get the good news, so knowing as early as possible can be the start of an exciting adventure. It's important to know that every woman and every pregnancy is different. While there are often a few things in common, such as missed periods or morning sickness, these aren&#... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Monday, 14th January 2008 @ 3:04 PM

While some women may think it's best to take it easy during pregnancy, many studies have actually proven that that is not the case at all; women who exercise during their pregnancy birth healthier, heavier, longer babies than those who don't. Exercise can also have great mental benefits and help a mother to feel calm and relaxed. There are also many exercises available that tailor to the pregnant body. It is essential, however, to consult with a physician before starting any exercise r... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Saturday, 12th January 2008 @ 3:41 AM

It may come as a bolt from the blue taking into consideration the number of accidental pregnancies every year, but the fact remains that getting pregnant is not as easy as it seems. If you are aware that you are preparing for motherhood, then there are certain issues you need to address prior to conceiving. While a few of these adjustments will facilitate the conception process, they will also make certain of a healthy pregnancy, both for the mother and baby. Although no method is foolproof enou... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Salena Kulkarni @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 11:32 AM

There are many women that will tell you that motherhood was a dream of theirs since they were little girls. Playing house and mothering every doll and pet then could get their hands on. Then there are other women that will tell you motherhood was nowhere in their agenda for their life and it just sorted happened. It doesn't really matter which girl you were because right now, we are in the same group... we are moms. I can honestly tell you that being a new mom brings on a lot of sel... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Ken Fry @ Wednesday, 9th January 2008 @ 2:40 AM

Adoption agencies are equipped and prepared to assist adoptive parents from their initial information session to the day when they hold their adoptive child in their arms. Adoption agencies are State Authorized and are supervised by the State and Regional office of Children and Family Services. Adoption agencies are often much more than "agencies that practice adoption," but many offer client services above and beyond adoption. Parents Parents are normally required to have a... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Tuesday, 8th January 2008 @ 8:47 PM

Apart from Australia, the U.S. is the sole developed country that makes no provision for paid maternity leave, with regard to moms-to-be, nationwide. Based on a report of 168 countries, undertaken by Harvard University, 163 countries had certain provisions for paid maternity leave. Therefore, the U.S. is in the same league as New Guinea, Lesotho, Swaziland, and Papua with regard to making available paid leave for expectant women. It is simply beyond anyone's comprehension, as to why ... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Tuesday, 8th January 2008 @ 8:43 PM

You can benefit tremendously from attending childbirth classes. You can brace yourself to take on the new challenges you are going to face soon by taking these classes. Besides, you can learn how to handle pain better. You can brush up on your parenting abilities. It provides you with a platform to put forward queries and to listen to other people's doubts. In addition, childbirth classes present your partner with a chance to be ready for the action. Most of the childbir... more...

Family » Pregnancy and Family Planning | By Denise Villani @ Wednesday, 26th December 2007 @ 3:20 PM

With all the concerns about exercising during pregnancy, what is a pregnant woman to do? Many people would probably question whether or not the relatively difficult Pilates program could be altered enough to accommodate the special needs of a pregnant woman. The answer is a resounding Yes! Pilates is very adaptable and most Pilates exercises can be modified as your pregnancy progresses and your body and abilities change. The modifications help you keep the intent of the exercise, but adjust th... more...