Your body, during pregnancy, is more susceptible to infectious disease threats. The placental immune response impacts the outcome of it. Due to this, you’ll not just undergo various hormonal, physical, and emotional upheavals, but your body will be open to some of the most common prenatal infections – Zika virus, vaginal yeast infection, bacterial, and…
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With a toddler to care for during her second pregnancy, along with additional responsibilities at work, Iveta van Zylwe found herself with less time to prepare for the birth of her son. She experienced firsthand how this lack of preparation made the already overwhelming process of pregnancy and birth even more stressful. Regretting not…
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The cells in the body manage the other cells, control their life, and interact with them. Sometimes, these healthy cells change and grow uncontrollably. The uncontrollable growth of the cells is believed to be affected by cancer. Although this life-threatening disease can affect every age as well as gender, paediatric (childhood) cancer is rare. Only…
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Suffering through months of morning sickness with both her children has led Hamilton-based mother Natalie Dean-Milo on a new journey to provide much needed relief for others experiencing the same, through the online pregnancy products store www.morningmummy.co.nz. As owner, packer and marketing manager all rolled into one, Natalie loves knowing she can help others…
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Nurturing another life inside you is a joyful feeling for you, no doubt! But pregnancy may not be joyous all the time. The swollen ankles, engorgement of breasts, morning sickness, etc are some of the not-so-glamorous phases of pregnancy. Along with this, there is also a burning sensation near your chest, after whatever you’ve eaten.…
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During pregnancy, you must maintain a balanced diet for your health and the health of the baby growing inside you. While you’re nurturing another life inside you, your body needs all the essential minerals as well as vitamins to keep the body functioning properly. Amidst all the vitamins, Vitamin B6 is also known as pyridoxine,…
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Including warm water baths in your daily pregnancy routine is a very good idea to get some relief from some of the not-so-glamorous aspects of your pregnancy – pregnancy aches, swelling, stress, and tension. But, soaking yourself in a warm bath during pregnancy may not be that safe. Know why? Don’t forget to take these…
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Pregnancy is both a beautiful and challenging phase of your life. It’s beautiful because of the happiness hidden inside your anticipation of giving birth to a healthy and cuddly baby after nine months. It’s challenging as your body is in constant flux. You’ll swell, the skin will change, and you’ll gain weight. Gaining weight is…
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Embracing motherhood and entering the phase of new motherhood is a fulfilling natural experience. But, it’s not all that hunky dory. Every year, maternal mortality occurs at the time of pregnancy and the delivery of the baby, because of the income status, fragile delivery systems (in many developing countries), pregnancy infection, and infection during childbirth. Maternal…
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The moment you embrace your journey of motherhood, you undergo a lot of changes in your body and mind. After all, you’re developing another life inside you, so eating right, staying active, taking rest, and drinking plenty of water are some of the main sources of nourishment both for you and the baby inside you.…
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