Approximately 80% of women start out breastfeeding, with many ending their efforts early. If you are one of the many who struggle with breastfeeding, here are five helpful tips to keep going.
From the day you find out you're expecting, you are filled with questions. And while all are worthy of being asked, here are five you really should address with your OB.
How should you prepare for the unexpected during pregnancy?
This may seem like the ultimate oxymoron or even an impossible task to “prepare for the unexpected." However, there are some ways to make sure that when things don’t go as planned, you are ready to ride the wave. Here are some of those ways:
Even though women, for millennia, have been having babies, modern medicine utilizes many medical tests to ensure that you and your baby are in the best health possible. It can be very overwhelming thinking about the tests but don’t worry. The chances of you turning into a pinprick cushion or feeling like a guinea pig are pretty small. Only the tests that need to be done will be ordered for you.
According to the American Pregnancy Association, regular exercise during pregnancy can improve circulation, in turn preventing constipation, hemorrhoids, varicose veins, leg cramps, and swelling of the ankles. Although there are some exercises you should stay away from, there are plenty of exercises you can safely do while pregnant.
The joys of a positive pregnancy test and the excitement of finally becoming a mother can be quickly overshadowed with questions and concerns. How can a person stay confident when suddenly everything is out of control? The more you realize that confidence is a matter of perspective and understanding, the easier it will be to rock this pregnancy!
