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There many ways to name your baby. CHOOSING THE PERFECT NAME Easy to pronounce and easily spell . Remember that your child will have this name for their whole life, and this is your first gift to your child. Make sure that you and your spouse will love the name that you will give. Try saying your child's name over and over to see if you'll get tired of hearing it. As a parent, you'll be saying it a lot. Knowing the Gender of your baby. Avoid naming a child with opposite gender. Your son may note be happy to be presumed to be a girl on the first day of preschool. Some names are neutral in gender, such as Chris, Tin. On the other it may sound masculine but can be spelled in a feminine manner such as Toni, Bobby, Joe. Names such as these have their own problems as well as advantages. Short and Singular.  Short names go better with long last names and vice versa. A long name with a long surname will look and sound odd. Think of how it might be shortened.  Doesn'...

Breastfeed gives your body a better start in life. It sets the good foundation for digestion and immunity. It lowers the incidence of allergies -- eczema, cradle cap, allergic rhinitis -- you won't have to deal with those. Breast milk is the most complete form of nutrients for infants. A mother's milk has just the right amount proteins, carbohydrates, fats. and vitamins needed for baby's healthy growth and development. Breast milk also contains important  immunological factors  that protect against infection. Breastfeeding can also help a mother to bond with her baby. Breast milk naturally contains a combination of whey protein, casein, vitamins, fats and lactose. These substances are vital for baby’s nerve, brain and eye development. Eating certain foods can change the composition of milk and have harmful effects on growth. Good foods to eat while breastfeeding should increase nutrients in milk and not diminish them. According to Dr. Spook's, "Breastmilk pr...

Follow these easy ways to increase breast milk supply, and reap the benefits of breast feeding > GET ENOUGH SLEEP.  Having a bay and breast feeding can keep you from getting e rest that you need. So take advantage of the time when your baby is taking a nap. Ask help from your partner to help out, pump some milk and have him feed the baby as you catch up on sleep. > DE-STRESS.  Managing time can be a challenge when you have to juggle breastfeeding and attending to household chores. Have someone do other household tasks such as laundry, dishwashing, or cleaning the house, so you can devote most of your time nursing your child. > BREASTFEED OR PUMP MORE OFTEN.  To simulate milk production, breastfeeding or pump milk from your breasts more frequently. Adding extra pumping sessions each day should also increase the amount of milk you get. Stay relaxed and try massaging your breasts while nursing to stimulate letting down the milk efficiently. > STA...

UTIs are generally caused by bacteria from your skin, vagina, or rectum that enter your urethra and travel upstream. In pregnant women, hormones cause changes in the urinary tract, which predispose women to infections. In addition, a growing uterus presses on the bladder, preventing the complete emptying of urine. This stagnant urine is a likely source of infection. Untreated, these infections may lead to kidney infections. Urinary tract and kidney infections in pregnant women should be treated to prevent complications. A kidney infection may cause serious consequences for your unborn baby. This will increase your risk to preterm labor and having a low-birth-weight baby, and it has been linked to an increased risk of fetal or newborn mortality. Asymptomatic bacteriuria is another type of UTI. It's possible to have bacteria in your urinary tract and have no symptoms. This is known as asymptomatic bacteriuria. During pregnancy, asymptomatic bacteriuria that's left untreated si...

FIRST TRIMESTER The moment you know that you're pregnant, you first have to make some lifestyle changes. Immediately, stop smoking, drinking alcohol and caffeine, and taking habit-forming drugs! Because pregnancy is such a crucial time in your baby's development, it is here and now that you both need the best nutrition. Right now, keeping a healthy diet and taking vitamins seem like enough. But is that truly giving the best for your baby? Or can you boost it further? Here are the Pregnancy Symptoms for this semester Skin Pigmentation Discolored patches or marks may appear on your skin, particularly your forehead and cheeks. Pigmentation of the nipples and areolas and a dark line down the centre of your abdomen is also common. Most of this skin pigmentation will disappear after pregnancy. You should avoid strong sunlight as this makes it worse. Use sunblock if you have to go out in the sun. Cravings and Aversion You may find that you have strong likes and dislike...

The most important thing is getting yourself in the right mindset for your labor and delivery. First, it's important not to fear the pain has become a "thing of the past" with modern anesthetics and childbirth exercises that can help you for the big day. One of the things expectant women experience during pregnancy are contractions. A contraction is the rhythmic tightening of your belly - a spasm that feels a lot like a stomach ache. It can radiate from the lower back and around the belly. You have been experiencing practice contractions called Braxton Hicks since the second trimester. A labor contraction is longer-lasting and causes more discomfort. Each contractions helps open the cervix to accommodate your baby's passage. This stage is divided into the latent and the active phase.  Instead on focusing on the pain, try to center your attention on the bundle of joy you're about to bring into this world. Signs of Labor Regular contractions every 15...

Your doctor may determine your baby's position by feeling around your abdomen using her hands. If there is any doubt about the position, an ultrasound may be used for verification. The most common presentation is "head first" or vertex. If the baby is in a position other than vertex, you and your OB may discuss other means of delivering the baby. Here are the positions your baby might take inside your womb. Cephalic Also referred to as "vertex" or "head-first" presentation Frank Breech Buttocks first Both legs are positioned close to the face Footling Breech One or both the baby's feet are presented first Transverse The baby is lying sideways inside the uterus Source: Similac Mom, Mommy Record Book

Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-related condition that includes elevated blood pressure. Specifically, it is the new onset of high blood pressure and proteinuria (protein in the uterine) in a pregnant woman who is beyond 20 weeks gestation. According to BabyCenter, "Preeclampsia causes the blood vessels to constrict, resulting in high blood pressure and a reduced blood flow that can affect organs in your body, such as your liver, kidneys, and brain. When less blood flows to your uterus, it can mean problems for your baby, such as poor growth, too little amniotic fluid, and placental abruption (when the placenta separates from the uterine wall before delivery). In addition, your baby may suffer the effects of prematurity if you need to deliver early to protect your health. Preeclampsia may cause changes in your blood vessels. These changes, in turn, can cause your capillaries to "leak" fluid into your tissues and result in swelling (known as edema). And when the tiny ...

Neural tube defects are birth defects of varying severity that result from disruptions in the development of the neural tube, which is the early stage of its spinal cord and nervous system. Failure of the neural tube to close properly can result in neural tube defects with some being mild and barely noticeable while others are 100% fatal How can it be prevented? Several observational studies showed that 50% or more of NTDs can be prevented if women consume a folic acid - before and during early weeks of pregnancy in addition to the folate in their diet. Source: Anmum Materna, Guide for Mom

Parents adopt various "rules" when it comes to naming babies. The more practical ones include giving your child a name that... • is easy to pronounce in most languages • others can easily spell • is short and singular (for someone with long surnames) • is not owned by an infamouse character • hasn't already been "coveted" by a relative • has a meaning you like • goes well phonetically with your surname • doesn't form monikers or initials that might be made fun of (like P.O.O or R.I.P.) SOURCE: Smart Parenting, January / February 2011 Page: 51

SYMPTOMS REMEDY Morning Sickness Consume a diet high in protein and complex carbohydrates. Eat small, frequent meals Drink plenty of fluids Choose a prenatal vitamin high in B-complex vitamins Avoid food and scents that make you queasy Suck on ice chips or use ginger candies and teas to combat nausea Inability to Urinate Drink plenty of fluids and keep the vaginal area clean to prevent urinary tract infections (UTI) Lean your body forward when urinating to empty the bladder completely Acne or Dry Skin Drink enough fluids to hydrate your skin Use oil-free or water based face products Keep your face free of dirt with a mild cleanser Skin Discoloration Use sunblock with an SPF of 15 or more Take a vitamin supplement with folate Brittle Hair and Nails Avoid chemical treatments Keep your hair and nails well-trimmed or short Heartburn and Indigestion Avoid clothing that is tight on the waist or abdomen Eat small, frequent meals Stay up...

You will now enter another stage of your life. Seeing your body change as your baby grows, to feeling every movement your baby makes inside to your tummy. First Trimester On the first 3 months of your pregnancy, your body will undergo some changes to pave way for the growing fetus. At first glance, the people around you may not be able to notice these changes but you definitely will. In this stage we need to help prevent Neural Tube Defects . You will need Folic Acid to help protect your unborn child from developing Neural Tube defects like spina bifida. Folate deficiency is known to cause miscarriages, preterm births, growth retardation and anemia. So you need to take vitamin supplements with Folic Acid as soon as possible (with your doctor's advice of course). And include legumes (beans, sunflower seeds, peanuts) that are rich in folate in your diet.  Week 1 In the first week of your pregnancy, there's no baby--yet! But a growing fetus will be there very soon Week...