http://articlesuniverse.com/Category/Pregnancy/85 Pregnancy articles from ArticlesUniverse.com Rss Follow Up Sun, 06 Jul 2008 14:49:44 -0400 My now 5 ½ year old son was born by emergency c-section making my post birth recovery time challenging because a) I was exhausted, b) he didn’t seem to sleep very much and c) I developed a breast infection. Now a) and b) are par for the course when having a baby but c) knocked me senseless. I didn’t want to take any more medication given that I had just come off of several after the c-section so I waited to see if the pain would go away. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/7-Tips-for-Successful-Breastfeeding/102991 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/7-Tips-for-Successful-Breastfeeding/102991 By Aruni Gunasegaram, President and Founder of Babble Soft Excerpt of article written for the <a href="http://www.nanny.org/">International Nanny Association</a> Spring 2008 newsletter. When a new mom leaves her infant in the care of a nanny or newborn care specialist, what are her concerns? What does she want to know? How can a nanny help her feel more connected to her baby and help her deal with possible feelings of guilt over leaving her baby? http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Why-Keeping-a-Daily-Journal-is-Important-for-Moms-and-Nannies/102984 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Why-Keeping-a-Daily-Journal-is-Important-for-Moms-and-Nannies/102984 Being pregnant and giving birth to a baby is a wonderful experience. But there are certain pregnancy complications involved; which you need to take care. The possible pregnancy complications develop from chronic diseases, sexual transmitted diseases, abnormalities of sperm/ovum, amniotic fluid, and placenta and infections. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Watch-out-for-these-Pregnancy-Complications-and-Maintain-a-Healthy-Pregnancy-/98352 Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Watch-out-for-these-Pregnancy-Complications-and-Maintain-a-Healthy-Pregnancy-/98352 Women deserve to have the option of abortion not only because it is their right under the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment and because it is their constitutional right to privacy, but also to ensure a better happier future for themselves. In today's society women are more upwardly mobile than ever and education and career are no longer taboo considerations. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/The-Pursuit-of-Happiness-for-Women/97524 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/The-Pursuit-of-Happiness-for-Women/97524 This article describes the process of Invitro Fertilization through the eyes of the male involved in the process. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Invitro-Fertilization---The-Male-Point-Of-View/96399 Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Invitro-Fertilization---The-Male-Point-Of-View/96399 My kids are now 5 ½ and 3 years old and fortunately the potty training gods smiled on us because both were day-time trained around 2 ½ years of age. Thankfully, our oldest (a boy) was trained about 2 months before our daughter was born. He wore Pull-Ups at night until he was 4 but our daughter quit wearing pull ups when she was about 2 years and 9 months old. Ah, it’s so nice not to have buy diapers or Pull-Ups anymore! http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/5-Potty-Training-Tips-That-Will-Make-You-Smile/95755 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/5-Potty-Training-Tips-That-Will-Make-You-Smile/95755 A look at how caffeine intake during pregnancy can affect the developing baby. Includes tips on cutting back on your caffeine. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy---Caffeine-And-Pregnancy/75447 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy---Caffeine-And-Pregnancy/75447 The popularity of prenatal massage is the result of a trend toward a higher level of wellness, especially during pregnancy http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-Massage---What-is-Pregnancy-Massage/75446 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-Massage---What-is-Pregnancy-Massage/75446 The debate on whether or not a woman can get pregnant during her period has been going on for decades now. Just like every woman is different, so are her hormonal balances and hence her menstrual cycle. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy---When-Can-You-Get-Pregnant/75445 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy---When-Can-You-Get-Pregnant/75445 Experts separate myth from fact when it comes to exercise during pregnancy. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-And-Exercise---What-You-Can-Do-For-a-Healthy-Pregnancy/75421 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-And-Exercise---What-You-Can-Do-For-a-Healthy-Pregnancy/75421 Find out what to expect during each of the three pregnancy trimesters. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Healthy-Pregnancy---Stages-of-Development/75420 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Healthy-Pregnancy---Stages-of-Development/75420 For the first few months of pregnancy you’ll be trying to accommodate a larger bust and a gradually thickening waist rather than the full baby bump. So there will still be plenty of your own clothes you can wear. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Maternity-Clothes---Dressing-For-Your-Pregnancy/75419 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Maternity-Clothes---Dressing-For-Your-Pregnancy/75419 Experiencing headaches during pregnancy is one of the most common discomforts and complaints. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Living-With-Headache-During-Pregnancy/73042 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Living-With-Headache-During-Pregnancy/73042 The use of aromas during pregnancy can help an expectant mother in a variety of ways. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Essential-Oil-Use-And-Pregnancy/73040 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Essential-Oil-Use-And-Pregnancy/73040 For most women, the hormonal changes that take place during pregnancy actually make your hair appear healthier. It is more common for hair to fall out after the birth of the baby rather than when you are pregnant http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-Hair-Loss-Is-Normal/73039 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-Hair-Loss-Is-Normal/73039 If you're pregnant or planning to get pregnant, you probably have a lot of questions. This article will help you learn how to be healthy (before, during, and after pregnancy) and give your baby a healthy start to life. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Healthy-Pregnancy-Information---A-Guide-to-Early-Pregnancy/73026 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Healthy-Pregnancy-Information---A-Guide-to-Early-Pregnancy/73026 Good nutrition during pregnancy will help to keep a developing baby and its mother healthy. The need for certain nutrients, such as iron and folate, is increased at this time but only a small amount of extra energy (kilojoules) is needed. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-Tips----Dieting-And-Pregnancy/73025 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy-Tips----Dieting-And-Pregnancy/73025 By using these methods instead of slimming pills you can be sure that you will remain healthy right throughout your pregnancy http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Slimming-Pills---Pregnancy-Weight-Loss/73024 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Slimming-Pills---Pregnancy-Weight-Loss/73024 LASIK surgery is NOT recommended by Ophthalmologists right before or after pregnancy. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy----Lasik-Eye-Surgery-And-Pregnancy/72976 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Pregnancy----Lasik-Eye-Surgery-And-Pregnancy/72976 While buying maternity clothes, consider the weather and buy appropriate clothing, buy clothes that will help you stay warm and comfortable during winter and clothes that are light and breezy during the summer months. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Maternity-Wear----Comfortable-Pregnancy-Clothing/72975 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Maternity-Wear----Comfortable-Pregnancy-Clothing/72975 During pregnancy, skin care products containing sunscreen should be used to prevent melasma. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Skin-Care-Tips-For-Pregnancy---Get-That-Glow/72974 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Skin-Care-Tips-For-Pregnancy---Get-That-Glow/72974 Back pain in pregnancy is due to naturally occurring changes in a pregnant body http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Coping-With-Back-And-Neck-Pain-During-Pregnancy/72958 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Coping-With-Back-And-Neck-Pain-During-Pregnancy/72958 Promote weight loss after pregnancy with healthy lifestyle choices — and plenty of patience. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Weight-Loss-After-Pregnancy---Weight-Changes-After-Pregnancy/72957 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Weight-Loss-After-Pregnancy---Weight-Changes-After-Pregnancy/72957 Complications and medical matters of pregnancy explored, exposed and explained. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Complications----Problems-in-Pregnancy/72956 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Complications----Problems-in-Pregnancy/72956 Stretch marks during pregnancy are very common and effect more than half the pregnant women. They appear as purplish or bright red lines and can be quite itchy as they are formed. http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Stretch-Marks---Prevention-And-Treatment-During-Pregnancy/72942 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articlesuniverse.com/Article/Stretch-Marks---Prevention-And-Treatment-During-Pregnancy/72942