Risk of chromosomal abnormality at age 35 is about 1 in 250. In the general population this risk is 1 in 1100. Chromosomal disorders are associated with physical abnormalities and mental retardation. There is increased incidence in mothers of advanced age. The risk factor is
In today’s world, majority of women are working class women. If you are of the working class, you will need time off to arrange for your maternity leave and to do this you have to understand your work rights. A reasonable time to arrange for
On the average, a pregnant woman will gain about 6kg in the second trimester and 12kg all through the pregnancy. The implication of this is that about half the weight gain experienced during pregnancy occurs in the second trimester. Some women experience excessive weight gain
The general statement that pregnancy means “eating for two” though superfluous and sweeping is however worth paying some attention to. For some women, they go to the extreme of eating for two and may be for four! And consume all sorts of things with a
A well planned home delivery is one of the birthing options available to women in the U.K/USA and the very developed part of the world with well organized health structure and maternity services. This option is usually given to women with previous successful uncomplicated deliveries
Every venture worth its while, require planning. Pregnancy and birthing is probably one of the most special moments in a family and as such require dedicated planning. You will need to have an effective birth plan. As you approach term particularly from the 32nd week
The increase blood flow and dilated blood vessels occurs to the extent that even the blood vessels close to the surface of the skin can become dilated and tortuous, thus at this stage of pregnancy more women will complain of hemorrhoid (piles) which is a
Can I still perform any usual routine of exercise now that I am in the 2nd trimester? This will depend on the nature of your routine exercise. For women who engage in brisk walking and jogging, they can still continue as this is very safe
The following are some steps you can adopt to successful breastfeeding: · Assume a comfortable position. · Ensure that you support your breast with the free hand with your thumb on top, fingers beneath. Do keep your fingers out of the areola which your baby
Nipple preparation for breastfeeding should start before delivery of the baby. A retracted nipple is disadvantageous for breastfeeding because the baby finds it difficult to latch on to this kind of nipple. Some women have retracted nipples (that is a nipple that does not protrude