What is the flu? Flu or influenza is a contagious viral infection caused by certain RNA viruses belonging to the Orthomyxoviridae family (influenzavirus A, B and C). Flu during pregnancy can be harmful for the fetus, especially in the later stages, unless treated properly [1]. Causes of flu during pregnancy Pregnancy alters your hormone levels and immune system … [Read more...] about Pregnancy and Flu (Influenza)
Navigating the World of Breastfeeding Preemies
Premature infants or preemies are babies born before their due dates. For some, this may be just a few weeks early without much effect on your baby’s health or size. For others, a premature infant may be weighed in terms of grams, not pounds. Regardless of the circumstances, breastfeeding and providing your child with breast milk is still a wonderful way to help your preemie … [Read more...] about Navigating the World of Breastfeeding Preemies
Gestational Diabetes Diet
A proper diet goes a long way in lowering blood glucose levels for managing any type of diabetes. Following a diabetic diet becomes more of a challenge for pregnant women with diabetes as they also have to get enough nutrition for proper growth of their baby at the same time [1]. A healthy diet can even help to prevent diabetes in some high risk cases. Women with diabetes … [Read more...] about Gestational Diabetes Diet
Migraines During Pregnancy
Migraines During Pregnancy If you had migraine headaches before becoming pregnant, you might experience more of these sometimes disabling headaches during pregnancy. On the other hand, you might experience fewer. The hormonal changes that go along with pregnancy can trigger more migraines or calm them, depending on your individual sensitivities. Some women even have their … [Read more...] about Migraines During Pregnancy
Flu Shot while Pregnant
Pregnancy weakens the immune system [1], leaving the expectant mother exposed to various viral and bacterial conditions, with flu or influenza being one of the most common one. What is worse is that flu increases your risks of having a premature labor and delivery along with some more serious potential complications like bronchial infections, pneumonia and … [Read more...] about Flu Shot while Pregnant