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4 Myths about veins
Women get varicose veins more often than men This myth is one of the most often repeated myths - that is also wrong - except in the condition of Vulval or Vaginal Varicose Veins It used to be thought to be true when most res...read more
A-Z pregnancy tips
Avoid exposure to toxic substances and chemicals --- such as cleaning solvents, lead and mercury, some insecticides, and paint. Pregnant women should avoid exposure to paint fumes. Be sure to see your doctor...read more
Adressing low birth weight infants
New Jersey is one of the richest states in the nation. One of its health indicators, low birth weight, places it in the same category as poor, impoverished countries. What is low birth weight? Why is it a con...read more
Ages of acne
Acne is one of the leading problems teenagers face. It causes changes in their physical appearance that can range from mild to severe, and can be difficult to treat. In addition to these physical ch...read more
Allergies in pregnancy and childbirth
Pregnancy is a time of intense change within the female body. Hormonal changes have a profound influence on the immune system and allergic diseases may be affected by these changes. TheAlternative methods of pain relief for Birth
Birth is a normal, healthy part of a woman's life. Many alternative methods of pain relief are available that are safe and inexpensive. Whether a woman is actively seeking a natural, drug-free childbirth expe...read more
Anesthesia and Childbirth
Women today have many advantages over their ancestors. Childbirth used to be an event filled with pain and a significant risk of death. Now women can have their children with virtually no pain and very little...read more
Are u pregnant?
If you are trying for a baby, the first thing that you want to know is how long will it take to become pregnant. Unfortunately there is no answer to that question. It depends on a number of factors Age...read more
Asthma and pregnancy
Having a child is a time of great joy and this shouldn’t be diminished if you’re asthmatic. However, many women worry that taking asthma drugs will have a negative effect of their developing child...read more
Asthma in pregnancy
When you are pregnant, you are breathing for two. Managing your asthma is essential at this time in your life. Asthma in pregnancy varies a great deal from woman to woman. During pregnancy a third of women fi...read more
B19 infection and pregnancy
What is parvovirus B19? Parvovirus B19 is a virus that commonly infects humans; about 50% of all adults have been infected sometime during childhood or adolescence. Parvovirus B19 infects on...read more
Back pain during pregnancy
Back pain is a very common complaint among pregnant women. In fact, close to 80 percent of pregnant women suffer from back pain. For some women, symptoms may begin before they are actually showing and contin...read more
Being pregnant as a vegan
How much weight you gain during your pregnancy has a marked impact on the baby's size and health at birth. If you were underweight prior to your pregnancy, you should try to gain 28-40 pounds. Average weight ...read more
Children and toxic chemicals
The true Cost of Chemicals In a day and age where we increasingly seek a quick solution to our problems we find ourselves confronted by the cost that we are really paying for convenience.Health and environmental groups aroun...read more
Chiropractic and prenatal care
Prenatal Changes A Woman adapts greatly during the prenatal period; the new mother-to-be faces profound changes during these approximately 270 days. Physically and emotionally, she must prepare for the responsibility of sust...read more
Choosing a midwife
Midwives have a wide variety of practice styles. Choosing the right one for you may present some unique challenges. Where you birth goes hand in hand with the person with whom you choose to birth. The first d...read more
Choosing child care
Types of childcare Live-in nannies live with the family they are working for, who provide them with food and a private bedroom in addition to their salary. Daily nannies come to t...read more
Coeliac and pregnant
What are the major causes of subfertility? Subfertility is defined as a failure to conceive after one year of unprotected regular sexual intercourse. One in six couples have an unwanted delay in conception,...read more
Complications of diabetes in the United States
Heart disease and stroke Heart disease and stroke account for about 65 percent of deaths in people with diabetes.Adults with diabetes have heart disease death rates ab...read more
Depression during and after pregnancy
As many as one in four women will suffer from depression throughout their lifetime, and often will experience it during the childbearing years. Depression is one of the most common complications during and af...read more
Do's and dont's of preganancy in allergy prone mothers
Pregnant mothers should: Not smoke cigarettes and avoid passive smoking. Avoid excessive alcohol intake. Avoid allergy provoking foods such as peanuts, nuts, sesame, eggs and fish. Avo...read more
Four questions about depression
How is depression treated? Most people with depression get better when they get treatment. Once identified, depression almost always can be treated either by therapy, medicine called antidepressants<...read more
Gestational Diabetes
Diabetes affects approximately 1 out of every 100 women in her childbearing years. Gestational DiabetesApproximately 2 to 5% will develop "Gestational Diabetes" during her pregnancyGestational diabetes and your unborn child
Diabetes mellitus may have very serious consequences for the unborn baby. The chances that a mother with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus loses her baby, is significantly increased. Pregnancies complicated...read more
Having healthy babies
In the past 10 years, scientific research has uncovered new and exciting information about some of the possible causes of developmental problems, including speech-language delays, autism, attention deficits and learning disab...read more
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