Pregnant And Baby

December 16, 2010

Learning, Play, and Your Newborn

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Children need a lot of contact with the people around them, especially their parents. From the time they’re born they have everything they need to interact: sight, hearing and touch. As they grow, their ability to interact improves.


You can enjoy great times with your baby while caring for and playing with him. Use those times to stimulate your child’s abilities. Interaction with your child creates a happy relationship that allows your baby to get to know you and learn to predict what comes next. After
6 months, he needs you to be able to relate to objects and the world around him. You are introducing him to life outside the womb.
Your baby understands language several months before  knowing how to express himself. Speak to him, use words to describe what you are doing and your actions. “Look,Mummy’s going to feed you now.” “Daddy is giving youa bath.” Don’t be afraid of repeating yourself; he is taking
in what he hears and learning to remember.

child’s development

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Children grow and develop gradually. But some days the progress is surprising and delightful! Your child needs simple but essential elements to grow in mind and body.


He needs food, physical care, sleep and security. He needsto develop significant relationships with the people who take care of him, and in whom he trusts. For this bond to be created, your baby needs to be:
• Loved as he is, with all his strengths and weaknesses;
• Surrounded by love and be touched;
• Encouraged and supported with gentle words;
• Stimulated by people who talk and play with him;
• Guided in his experiences by a few clear rules.

Nutrition during pregnancy

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The following general advice may not fit your individual situation if, for example:
• You are a young mother less than 20 years old;
• You have an illness which requires a certain diet;
• You systematically avoid one or more of the food groups;
• You have other particular needs.
Talk about it with your health professional, who can evaluate your situation, give you advice or refer you to a nutritionist.

The physical changes brought on by pregnancy increase your nutritional and energy needs. You will eat a bit more than you are used to, especially starting in the second trimester (15 weeks or more). But eating should be pleasant as well as healthy, so eat a variety of foods cooked in different ways. Have fun with flavours, colours, and different ingredients. Having a baby is a good way to improve your diet for you and your family.
Eating well while pregnant will contribute to:
• A smooth pregnancy;
• The health, growth and development of your baby;
• Maintaining and improving your health.

Cosmetics and sunscreen during pregnancy

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Most cosmetics (creams, makeup) can be used during pregnancy. Face cream and hand and body lotions that do not contain any medicinal ingredients can be used safely. If you use a medicated cream, your doctor or pharmacist can check to see if you can continue doing so while pregnant.


You should use sunscreen when you are exposed tothe sun. This is especially important during pregnancy because the sun can increase hyperpigmentation (dark spots on the skin) and the pregnancy mask1. Use a cream or lotion with an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 30 and protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Be especially sure to protect your face.

Pregnancy day to day-Physical changes

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Your body goes through a lot of changes during pregnancy. Many of these changes take place without you even being aware of them, while others may be more difficult to deal with.

Heart

During pregnancy, your heart rate can increase by up to 10 beats a minute, and the volume of your blood increases from 40% to 45% to meet the needs of the
fetus. Your heart is shifted a bit within your rib cage as your uterus expands.

Lungs
Many pregnant women are more aware of their breathing and may have difficulty doing so at the end of their pregnancy, even at rest.

Kidneys
You will probably have to urinate more frequently at night. During the day, your body tends to accumulate water in your tissues, but when you sleep these water
reserves are sent to your kidneys and – once again! –you feel the need to urinate.

Bladder
At the beginning of pregnancy, the bladder is more sensitive and you may feel the need to urinate more urgently or more often. These sensations can reappear later in pregnancy when the uterus expands and the baby’s head puts pressure on the bladder

Breasts
Your breasts may become more sensitive and increase in size. The blue veins that crisscross the surface of your skin may become more visible. Your nipples and areolas (the part that surrounds the tips of your breasts) prepare for breast-feeding by growing slightly and may also become darker. Little raised bumps form on your areolas:
they are glands that produce oil that will help keep your skin moisturized and protected during breast-feeding.Beginning at 16 weeks, the mammary glands start
producing the first food your baby will have after he is born: colostrum. Some women leak colostrum during pregnancy.

Uterus
Before pregnancy, the uterus is the size of a small pear.As pregnancy advances, the uterus expands to meet the needs of the fetus. It changes shape and position
in your abdomen.

Gait
The increasing weight of the uterus causes your posture to change and moves your centre of gravity further forward. That’s why some pregnant women may walk somewhat differently than usual.

Third trimester: from 29 weeks to birth

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At 32 weeks, the uterus reaches the level of your stomach, also called the epigastric fossa. Your intestines,liver and lungs are pushed upwards. As the pregnancy
advances and the baby gains weight, the uterus expands towards the front, stretching the muscles and skin of your abdomen.
At 36 weeks, the baby’s skin is dewy and the downy hair begins to disappear, although it can remain until after your baby is born. The baby is bigger because
of the fat reserves he is building up. Between 38 and 41 weeks, his skin is soft and dewy, he has good muscle tone, and he can make sustained movements. He’s ready
for the big day!

At 32 weeks, the uterus reaches the level of your stomach, also called the epigastric fossa. Your intestines,liver and lungs are pushed upwards. As the pregnancyadvances and the baby gains weight, the uterus expands towards the front, stretching the muscles and skin of your abdomen.At 36 weeks, the baby’s skin is dewy and the downy hair begins to disappear, although it can remain until after your baby is born. The baby is bigger becauseof the fat reserves he is building up. Between 38 and 41 weeks, his skin is soft and dewy, he has good muscle tone, and he can make sustained movements. He’s readyfor the big day!

Second trimester: 15 to 28 weeks

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Boy or girl? At 14 weeks, your baby’s genitals are developed enough to know whether it will be a boy or girl, but they aren’t completely formed yet. Your baby’s
ultrasound will normally reveal the big secret between l6 and 18 weeks. At 16 weeks, his head will still be disproportionately large compared to the rest of his
body, but his trunk, arms and legs begin to lengthen.
Around 20 weeks, your uterus will have reached the level of your belly button. Your baby’s movements are more distinct and strong enough that you can feel
them. Some women will feel these movements either a little earlier or a little later in their pregnancy. The vernix caseosa, which looks like a white cream, covers your baby’s skin to protect it.
At 22 weeks, your baby begins to have eyelashes and hair and his body is covered with soft down-like hair called lanugo. Between 23 and 27 weeks, your baby gains
weight and his head becomes better proportioned to his body. At 24 weeks, he hears low frequency sounds from outside the uterus. At the end of the 2nd trimester, around 28 weeks,the baby’s eyes begin to open. They become sensitive to light later on, around 32 weeks.

Boy or girl? At 14 weeks, your baby’s genitals are developed enough to know whether it will be a boy or girl, but they aren’t completely formed yet. Your baby’sultrasound will normally reveal the big secret between l6 and 18 weeks. At 16 weeks, his head will still be disproportionately large compared to the rest of hisbody, but his trunk, arms and legs begin to lengthen.
Around 20 weeks, your uterus will have reached the level of your belly button. Your baby’s movements are more distinct and strong enough that you can feelthem. Some women will feel these movements either a little earlier or a little later in their pregnancy. The vernix caseosa, which looks like a white cream, covers your baby’s skin to protect it.
At 22 weeks, your baby begins to have eyelashes and hair and his body is covered with soft down-like hair called lanugo. Between 23 and 27 weeks, your baby gainsweight and his head becomes better proportioned to his body. At 24 weeks, he hears low frequency sounds from outside the uterus. At the end of the 2nd trimester, around 28 weeks,the baby’s eyes begin to open. They become sensitive to light later on, around 32 weeks.

First trimester: from fertilization to 14 weeks

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The embryo’s heart begins to beat 22 days after conception – when you are 5 weeks pregnant – but the heartbeat cannot yet be heard during a medical exam.
At 6 weeks, the embryo measures 5 mm.When you are 7 weeks pregnant, the embryo’s head is much bigger than the rest of the body. Its arms begin to form with elbows and hands appearing. Fingers haven’t yet separated from each other, but its eyes are quite visible.

The embryo’s heart begins to beat 22 days after conception – when you are 5 weeks pregnant – but the heartbeat cannot yet be heard during a medical exam.At 6 weeks, the embryo measures 5 mm.When you are 7 weeks pregnant, the embryo’s head is much bigger than the rest of the body. Its arms begin to form with elbows and hands appearing. Fingers haven’t yet separated from each other, but its eyes are quite visible.

At 10 weeks, the embryo already has a human appear ance:

its eyes, nose and mouth are recognizable. Its eyelids are closed. The fingers are now separated and toes begin to form. Your baby begins to move his limbs, but you won’t feel it yet. He goes from the embryonic stage to the fetal stage: all his body parts are in place, but are not yet completely formed. They will continue to grow and develop throughout the pregnancy.At the end of the 1st trimester, between 10 and 14 weeks,the fetus grows and the skeletal bones begin to form. His

waste goes into the mother’s blood through the placenta.

December 11, 2010

Emotional Changes during Pregnancy

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Many women experience what may seem to be conflicting emotions during pregnancy,even some women who very much desired a baby. The arrival of a baby changes your
life and while these changes bring joy, they can also lead to many questions and worries. Or, you may find that your life goes along as normal with daily, hardly
noticed adjustments to the demands of a new baby. It is important not to ignore your emotions and to accept them. Allow yourself to experience your emotions,
try to understand them and, especially, share them with your partner and those close to you. You’ll feel less alone and you’ll get the support you need.

Talk to other pregnant women or those who were pregnant in the recent past. Sharing with them will help you see that you aren’t alone in experiencing
disruption in your life. You may also notice that you don’t share the same emotions or concerns as others.Remember that every woman is different and that each
pregnancy is unique.Whether you are on your own or in a couple, pregnancy brings many emotional, psychological and social changes.

Weight gain during pregnancy

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All pregnant women gain weight; it’s normal and desirable. You will gain the weight you and your baby need if you eat when you’re hungry, if you have a healthy diet, and if you are physically active.
Weight gain can vary greatly from one woman to the next.It also depends on your weight before the pregnancy.• Women who are at a normal weight before pregnancy can expect to gain between 11.5 and 16 kg, or 25 to 35 pounds.
• Women carrying more than one baby  (e.g., twins, triplets) will gain more weight.
• Women who are overweight before pregnancyand those  who are underweight can ask their health professional or a dietitian for advice to get the maximum nutritional benefit from their food.

At the beginning of pregnancy, weight gain varies from one woman to the next. Some women gain weight while others lose some. Women who feel nauseous may feel less hungry, or may be hungrier than normal. Don’t be concerned if you gain weight or do not gain weight at
the start of your pregnancy. Your weight will usually adjust as the pregnancy progresses.
During pregnancy, your weight will increase at a rate that is unique to you. After birth, weight loss is gradual and differs from one person to the next and one pregnancy to the next.

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