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Morning sickness survival guide
Everything you need to know about what it is, why it happens and how to feel better
by: Sydney Loney
Morning Sickness
- Morning sickness affects up to 80 percent of pregnant women.
- The condition usually begins around the 6th week of pregnancy and ends around the 12th or 16th.
- Treat symptoms as soon as possible and you'll have a better chance of controlling the condition.
- One percent of women suffer from a severe form known as hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), which can result in hospitalization.
- Try eating small portions of whatever makes you feel better every one to two hours and make sure you drink two liters of liquid a day.
- Some common morning sickness cures include: eating bland food (such as dry cereal), eating cold food (such as popsicles), wearing an acupressure band, taking vitamin B6, smelling citrus and rinsing with mouthwash.
hose first few months of pregnancy can be tough–especially when, on top of all the other weird things that are happening to your body, you suddenly find you can't stand the sight (or smell) of food. Morning sickness, or Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy (NVP), is the most common medical condition of pregnancy and affects up to 80 percent of pregnant women, says Caroline Maltepe, coordinator of Motherisk's NVP Hotline at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. Here's what you need to know: To view the full story click here.
Should you drink coffee during pregnancy?
Drinking too much coffee can increase your chances of having a miscarriage. Here’s what you need to know about limiting your caffeine intake during pregnancy.
by: Nancy Ripton
Caffeine & Miscarriages
- drinking 200 milligrams of caffeine a day (less than a "tall" Starbucks coffee) can double your risk of miscarriage
- a developing fetus can become stressed as its heart rate increases due to excess caffeine
- the first four months are the most crucial time to monitor your caffeine intake
- espresso-based coffees have less than a third of the caffeine of brewed java
- milk chocolate contains less caffeine than dark chocolate
he last thing any pregnant woman wants to hear is that there's one more thing she should give up. But a new study published in The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology found expecting mothers should monitor their caffeine intake.
The study followed more than 1,000 women throughout their pregnancies and found a substantial link between caffeine intake and miscarriage rates. This wasn't the first study to find such a link, but it is getting more attention than past research. According to head researcher Dr. De-Kun Li, pregnant women who consume as little as 200 milligrams of caffeine per day can double their risk of… To view the full story click here.
How to solve pregnancy skin problems
Not getting that mom-to-be glow? From acne to melasma, here's your guide to caring for your skin safely during pregnancy.
by: Sydney Loney
Pregnancy skincare
- Your skin may change completely during pregnancy and be oilier, drier or more prone to blemishes.
- Not all your favorite lotions and potions may be safe when you're expecting, so check with your doctor before applying any topical treatments.
- Sun protection is the key to preventing and minimizing melasma, or "the mask of pregnancy."
- Don't forget to continue the safe practice of checking your moles for changes in size and shape throughout your pregnancy.
ne of the perks of pregnancy is supposed to be gorgeous, glowing skin. So, when you glance in the mirror and are confronted by blemishes or brown patches, it's not surprising you feel frustrated. Here's what you need to know about caring for your skin safely throughout your pregnancy.
Prenatal skin problems
Your hormones can wreak havoc on your skin during pregnancy and may be responsible for both an increase in acne and an increase in pigment, says dermatologist Dr. Lisa Kellett. "Some people find their acne gets better, and others find it gets worse," she says. "It's very individualized." And, thanks… To view the full story click here.
