Tag: health tips
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Nausea During Pregnancy
Read more Experiencing nausea during pregnancy is a common hurdle that many women face. In fact, nearly 70% of expectant mothers report feeling nauseous at some point during their early pregnancy journey. This symptom is not only one of the initial signs of pregnancy but also tends to persist throughout the first trimester and, for…
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Evening Primrose Oil During Pregnancy: What You Should Know
Read more If your due date has come and gone with no sign of your little one arriving, you might be exploring various home remedies to encourage labor. One such remedy that’s gained popularity is evening primrose oil. But what is it, does it actually work, and is it safe to use during pregnancy? Let’s…
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Breastfeeding While Sick: Navigating Colds and the Flu
Read more When you’re a mom, being unwell is tough. You can’t just take a day off, especially when you’re nursing. But if you find yourself battling a cold or the flu, there’s good news: breastfeeding is not only safe, but it can also be beneficial for both you and your baby. Is it safe…
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Managing Muscle Cramps During Pregnancy
Read more It’s a well-known fact that nearly half of all pregnant women face muscle cramps at some point during their journey. While these cramps predominantly occur in the legs, they can also strike the back, abdomen, feet, and hands. Typically, these involuntary contractions happen suddenly and are often accompanied by intense pain, especially during…
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We’ve Been Carrying Car Seats All Wrong This Entire Time
Get Pregnant Fast Your back will thank you! Carrying an infant car seat can be both cumbersome and uncomfortable. Most parents resort to two common methods: the cradle carry or the one-arm hook. While the cradle carry allows for better control, it leaves you unable to open doors or supervise your toddler. On the other…
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The Freedom of Ditching the Scale
Get Pregnant Fast When embarking on a journey to lose weight, tone up, or embrace healthier habits, I urge you to take a bold step for your well-being: toss that scale out the window. In my past, I was a scale devotee. Each morning, I would hop on, sometimes even after a bathroom break or…
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Managing Giardia During Pregnancy
Read more Giardia lamblia is a parasitic organism that can be found in soil, food, human or animal waste, and untreated water, particularly in developed nations. To prevent contracting Giardia during pregnancy, it is essential to boil or filter any untreated water—like that from wells or streams—before consumption. Approximately 2% of adults and 6% to…
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Pregnant at 45: What You Need to Know
Read more Hey there! If you’re considering becoming a mom at 45, you’re definitely not alone. More women in their late 30s and early 40s are embracing motherhood, and many are having healthy pregnancies. However, there are some important things to be aware of when it comes to getting pregnant at this age. Can You…
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The Importance of Colonoscopies: What You Need to Know and How to Prepare
Get Pregnant Fast March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a timely reminder of the importance of understanding the risks associated with colorectal cancer. This past year, I faced a rectal cancer scare at the age of 34, an experience that underscored how prevalent this disease is—especially among younger adults. According to the Centers for Disease…
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Mosquito Bites and Insect Repellent During Pregnancy
Read more If you’re pregnant and feeling like mosquitoes are drawn to you like moths to a flame, you’re not imagining it. Expectant mothers tend to attract these pesky insects more than others. Why? Well, it turns out that pregnant women exhale more carbon dioxide and produce more heat, both of which are major mosquito…