Pregnancy

We are used to seeing our celebrities looking great and exercising, also during their pregnancies. In addition, as they usually publish their 'exploits' on social networks, we are aware of everything and that includes, that they can receive comments (good and not so good). From Instagram we learned that Patricia Montero was expecting her second child and also through this social network we have seen her in a complicated yoga posture that does not convince all her followers.

Talking about losing a baby is never easy. Painful experiences are often lived and suffered in silence, but we must talk more about it, not only because this way we can understand it better, but we can also support sensitively and appropriately those who go through this difficult situation. A project seeks to give visibility to gestational and neonatal losses and raise awareness about them, showing inappropriate phrases received by those mothers who have lost a baby.

Pregnancy has a remarkable impact on the mother's body, both physical and psychological. Today I want to show you an interactive graphic made by the Museum of Science and Industry of Chicago that although it is not new, it is the one that best teaches us how the mother's organs in pregnancy move to leave the baby.

The news of a pregnancy is one that always causes a lot of emotion to future parents. Currently, many different ways of announcing pregnancy to the whole family and friends are used, from doing it in a tender and emotional way, to doing it in a fun way, using the sense of humor to make it even more exciting.

Alcohol is the most widely used drug in industrialized countries, and Spain occupies a prominent place among those with the highest consumption. It is estimated that more than a third of women consume alcohol during pregnancy, something often normalized because it is believed that a small amount does not affect the baby.

During pregnancy it is very important that we have a healthy diet and whenever possible, exercise to keep fit and prepare for the time of delivery. However, waiting for a pregnancy to begin to do so is not recommended. A new study found that, in the case of overweight women, it is possible and safe to exercise and eat a special diet to avoid excessive weight gain during pregnancy, however this does not help reduce their chances of suffering certain related complications With your weight.

It is no secret that depression during pregnancy is now more common than in previous generations. From the rhythm of life to the false and unreal expectations that social networks and magazines have created for us, many women find themselves having depression problems while waiting for a baby.

It can be paradoxical that in a country like ours, where we enjoy so many hours of sunshine, 80 percent of the population is lacking in vitamin D. This has been stated on several occasions by experts, alarmed by this deficit that occurs both in adults and children. But the truth is that the lack of this important vitamin can affect our health, and according to a recent study carried out by American scientists and doctors, vitamin D would have an important role in improving women's fertility and in prevention of spontaneous abortions.

Alcohol consumption is very normalized in society and it is often thought that drinking alcohol during pregnancy is not harmful ("total, for a drink nothing happens"), but the truth is that it is. There is no safe amount of alcohol that can be drunk during pregnancy, and considering that the effects of alcohol on the baby are irreversible, there is no responsible consumption that is worth it.

It is estimated that one in ten women have gestational diabetes in pregnancy. It is a disease that only occurs in pregnancy due to the action of hormones that interfere with the production of insulin and raises blood glucose levels. If left unchecked, it can lead to problems such as malformations in the baby, heart problems, obesity and can even put your life at risk.

Every August 31, International Obstetrics and Pregnant Day is celebrated. Depending on each family and each woman, there may be few, many or even only one, the occasions on which they celebrate Pregnant Day while waiting for a baby. And although the complete pregnancy is undoubtedly a cause for celebration and to talk about the wonderful adventure that is about to begin, on this Pregnant Day we want to dedicate a few words to the future moms who are celebrating it for the first time.

Travel is not prohibited during a pregnancy as long as it is not a risky pregnancy or there is a complication that the doctor considers convenient not to travel at any time during pregnancy. If you are pregnant and plan to take a plane trip, it is best to contact the airline well in advance to know if there are special requirements that you should know.

You are in the final stretch of your pregnancy and there is very little time left to have your baby with you! It is possible that the last weeks are being made especially uphill, because to the uncontrollable desire to meet your little one the discomforts and worries typical of this last section are joined.

During pregnancy, we send through our body all the nutrients that the baby needs to develop and grow. But one of the things he also receives, as they cross the placenta, are the medications we take. Therefore, it is recommended to completely avoid taking drugs during pregnancy, however, there are some that are considered safe under certain conditions and that may be prescribed by your doctor at this stage.

If you are pregnant, you have probably caressed your gut a few times while sketching a smile. And, have you already turned on your side in front of the mirror to see if it has grown a little at least? It is normal. Your belly is the palpable part of your body that shows that your child is growing inside you.

A few days ago we shared the message of a future mother, who reminded us that pregnancy is not an invitation to comment on the body of another woman. And it is that when we are pregnant, it is common to receive phrases, advice not asked for and comments from other people, even from strangers. And although many people tell us positive comments about our growing belly, there are others who are not very appropriate.

Gaining weight in pregnancy is something that will inevitably happen because of all the changes you will present, as well as the constant and rapid growth of your baby. However, this does not mean that we must neglect and let the kilos increase more than recommended. Exercising at this stage is something very important and also recommended for your health.

Sleeping in pregnancy can sometimes be an ordeal, especially in the last trimester when the size of the belly prevents us from finding a comfortable position. We go around in bed looking for the best posture to get a good rest, but what is the best position to sleep in pregnancy?

A Chinese couple lost their only child four years ago in a traffic accident and decided to have another due to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), despite their advanced age. Now Mrs. Zhen, 67, is expecting twins and has become the oldest pregnant woman. Although doctors advise her to abort for the risks that pregnancy and childbirth imply for her health, she refuses.

Pregnant women tend to be a kind of magnet for others: they receive compliments and special attention, but they can also start listening to a lot of unsolicited advice and even comments about the notorious changes in their body. But the latter is not something that everyone likes, and that is why a woman has posted a message: pregnancy is not an invitation to comment on a woman's body.