Articles about pregnancy and motherhood
How does pregnancy affect your liver? The hormones your body releases during pregnancy change the way the gallbladder works. This may cause bile to slow or stop flowing. Bile builds up in the liver and spills into the bloodstream. Is pregnancy hard on your liver? Liver disease in pregnancy encompasses a spectrum of diseases encountered …
Why is my 18 month old waking up at night for milk? Learned hunger. This occurs in children who are drinking a bottle or two of milk or nursing for prolonged periods at night. They are conditioned to expect food at night so they wake up looking for it. How do I get my toddler …
Eggs are a top source of protein for children and are easy to make and serve. You can give your baby the entire egg (yolk and white), if your pediatrician recommends it. Around 6 months, puree or mash one hard-boiled or scrambled egg and serve it to your baby. Why are egg whites not good …
Guinness World Records – The most premature baby to survive is Curtis Zy-Keith Means (U.S.A.) who was born to Michelle Butler on 5 July 2020 at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital in Alabama, U.S.A. at a gestational age of 21 weeks 1 day or 148 days, making him 132 days premature. Can 24 …
A healthy intake of salt during your pregnancy is the same as it would be normally. Adults need less than 1g of salt per day for normal bodily function, and the Department of Health recommends a daily maximum intake of 6g, which is about a teaspoon or the equivalent to 2.4g of sodium6. What happens …
In general, most cheesecakes are safe to eat during pregnancy. However, there are different ways of making cheesecakes. Here are some common types of cheesecakes: New York-style cheesecake. Is cheesecake made with pasteurized cheese? The majority of mass-produced cheesecake from supermarkets will be made with pasteurised egg and pasteurised soft cheese, which will be safe. …
Many guests who attend baby sprinkles opt to bring a gift — but what you offer is totally up to you. If you’re not able to make it, it’s up to you whether or not you send a gift. Either way, it’s a good idea to RSVP so that the host can prepare for the …
Which week does the baby grow the most? Week 31: Baby’s rapid weight gain begins Thirty-one weeks into your pregnancy, or 29 weeks after conception, your baby has finished most of his or her major development. During what month does the baby grow the fastest? First trimester (first day of LMP to 13 weeks and …
What type of stroller is safe for a newborn? If you plan to use a stroller for your newborn, make sure that the stroller reclines — since newborns can’t sit up or hold up their heads. Some strollers fully recline or can be used with a bassinet attachment or an infant-only car seat. When can …
Looking around: You’ll know that your baby wants more when he finishes the feeding quickly and looks around for more. If he seems unsatisfied after his first bottle, try preparing just an ounce or two more at a time. If you make a larger amount, he may not finish it and you’ll have to throw …