Health education topics.
Constipation Constipation occurs frequently during pregnancy. Diet can play an important role in preventing constipation. To reduce constipation: • Eat plenty of raw fruits and vegetables • Cook vegetables in as little water as possible for as short a time as possible. • Include more whole grain breads and cereals in your diet. • Drink … Read more
Sports injuries are those numerous aches, pains, and injuries caused during sports or exercise. Although, most sports injuries happen because of accidents, there are other reasons as well.
The most common medical problem in the world is back pain. Back pain can be dull, constant, sharp, or sudden. It can occur suddenly—as a result of a fall or lifting heavy objects—or it may be a continuous problem due to old age or an old injury. Whatever be the reason, back pains can be a real problem to anyone suffering with it.
It is important to gain the recommended amount of weight during pregnancy to assure adequate nutrition for you and your baby. Gaining enough weight during pregnancy is also important to ensure that your baby’s weight is adequate. Small birth weight babies (less than 5 1/2 pounds) have a greater risk of health problems. If you … Read more
You should report any of these symptoms to your doctor: ~ Bright red bleeding ~ Dizziness, spots before eyes, or blurred vision ~ Gush or leaking water from vagina, vaginal discharge that becomes bloody, watery or significantly increases in amount ~ Severe headache unrelieved by rest or Tylenol ~ Swelling of hands, feet or face … Read more
Many women choose to continue working right up until the time that their babies are due. Anti-discrimination laws protect their right to do so as long as they can continue to perform the full range of their duties. Is it Safe to Work While Pregnant? Most women can work throughout their pregnancy without adversely affecting … Read more
What are prenatal supplements? At your first prenatal visit you will receive a prescription for a prenatal vitamin supplement. Prenatal supplements add nutrients to your diet. It does not replace foods needed by your body and your growing baby. Therefore, your vitamins should be taken in addition to eating a good, well balanced diet. Are … Read more
Talk with your obstetrician before taking any medicine, especially if you have any preexisting medical problems. The following medicine is considered acceptable for use during pregnancy. It is preferred that no medicine be taken in the first three months. ~Acetaminophen (Tylenol) – may be used in early pregnancy ~Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) – not advised if you … Read more
Physical and hormonal changes are largely responsible for the common discomforts of pregnancy. During pregnancy, the body’s center of gravity is altered by the increase in weight, and a change in weight distribution. Hormones, particularly one called Relaxin, contribute to the looseness of ligaments that support the pelvic joints and join the uterus to the … Read more
Early Pregnancy ~ Many women want to be pregnant “someday” but “not now” (various reasons include; not enough money, husband in school, apartment too small) ~ Pleasure in finding oneself capable of becoming pregnant ~ Rejection is of “side effects” of pregnancy – not the baby • Nausea and/or vomiting • Fatigue • Bad taste … Read more