Bladder Infection in Pregnancy

Bladder infection is a bacteria infection that causes inflammation in the bladder. This is also called cystitis or a urinary tract infection. The urinary tract runs from the kidneys to the bladder to the urethra. A bladder infection results when bacteria enter the urethra and travels to the bladder.

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[Source: Pregnancy Blog]

"I need some reassurance please!"

I am about 6 weeks pregnant and until yesterday had no symptoms of pregnancy at all.

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[Source: Pregnancy News]

Dealing with Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain is common in pregnancy, as the baby grows. The pelvis joint expands throughout the third trimester as the body prepares for child birth. This expansion combined with the weight of the baby is responsible for pelvic pain during pregnancy.

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"Pre-E ladies"

Meet other parents of March 2009 kids and share parenting stories as your children grow.

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Private Practice Discusses Pregnancy Complications and Adoption

Thursday night’s episode of Private Practice brought up a subject that no expectant mother wants to think about: a baby born with complications, problems, a birth defect, etc... Regardless of whether the pregnancy is planned or not or if the expectant mother is going to parent or place the baby for adoption, they don’t want to give much thought to this possibility, but I think it’s there in the back of our minds. No mother wants to have a child born with complications but sometimes it happens.


In this episode of Private Practice an expectant mother who is making an adoption plan ends up having an emergency c-section... [...] Read more!

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[Source: Crisis Pregnancy Blog]

What is a Tilted Uterus?

A tilted uterus (also called a tipped uterus or retroverted uterus) is when the uterus is slightly tilted backwards. Normally, the uterus is straight and vertical to the pelvis or tipped slightly forward.

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Identifying and Treating Postpartum Depression

Post partum depression is often underdiagnosed. New mothers don't seek help for a variety of reasons or fail to notice the symptoms of PPD. Health care providers have limited contact and women often put on a brave face, which prevents diagnosis in some cases.

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ACOG Guidelines for Exercise

Most medical professionals agree that exercise during pregnancy is beneficial for otherwise healthy women. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology advocates exercise for healthy women at least three times a week.

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Fertility Drugs and Cancer Risk

Many women undergoing treatment for infertility are given fertility drugs when they are trying to conceive. Two of the most commonly used fertility drugs are Clomid and injections of a class of drugs known as gonadotropin releasing hormones.

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Health Risks Related to Teen Pregnancy

Teen pregnancy continues to be a problem around the world, despite lower teen pregnancy rates. There are health risks specific to teen pregnancy that pregnant teens and parents should discuss with the doctor or midwife.

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[Source: Pregnancy Blog]

What to do if You Face Pregnancy Discrimination

As I reported in this blog, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has reported an increase in pregnancy discrimination complaints. Many mistakenly believe this type of discrimination no longer happens with laws designed to prevent it.

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[Source: Pregnancy Blog]

"Dino Moms Check In"

Meet other parents of July 2008 kids and share parenting stories as your children grow.

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[Source: Pregnancy News]

Pregnancy Discrimination Complaints on the Rise

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Washington D.C. tracks complaints of pregnancy related discrimination in the United States each year. The organization has reported a dramatic increase in complaints for the year 2007.

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[Source: Pregnancy Blog]

Review: Gaiam Prenatal Yoga DVD

Prenatal yoga was my exercise of choice in my last two pregnancies. I found that when I took the time out of my day to practice yoga, I felt better. I experienced fewer aches and pains, had more energy and felt more relaxed and peaceful. There is evidence to suggest I am not alone.

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[Source: Pregnancy Blog]

Restless Leg Syndrome

So I was sitting on the couch, watching television one night while I was seven months pregnant and my legs started feeling weird and jerky.

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[Source: Pregnancy News]

Symptoms of a Miscarriage

I have many friends who have had miscarriages, some of whom had more than one before they successfully had children.

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Telling Your Boss You're Pregnant

I can remember a few pregnancies back that I was really nervous about telling my boss that I was pregnant with twins.

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The Romijn/O'Connell Twins are here

Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell welcomed fraternal twin daughters Dolly Rebecca Rose O'Connell and Charlie Tamara Tulip O'Connell arrived on Sunday, December 28th in California.

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As This Year Ends

2008 might hold some bad memories for you as your unplanned pregnancy likely began at some point in time this year. As we stand on the threshold of 2009, I encourage you to look at the future that awaits you with a positive outlook.

True, you are still likely pregnant if you are reading this specific blog. True, you will then still be faced with some difficult decision. And, you know, labor and delivery. But don't panic! Trust me! You're going to be okay.

I now encourage you to think about what lead you to this point. Don't misunderstand what I'm saying; don't dwell on... [...] Read more!

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[Source: Crisis Pregnancy Blog]

Start 2009 Off Right

If 2009 is the year in which your baby will be born, I encourage you to start the year off on the right foot. How so? With your child in mind. Granted, you likely have your child in mind most of the time. But I encourage you to do so in a very proactive manner.

Whether you choose to parent or place your child for adoption, you will one day be faced with questions from your child. While some questions may not always have the perfect answer, you can do things now that will show your child that you always had his or her best interest in mind.

Journal, tonight and/or tomorrow, about the plans you are dreaming for your child's future. Talk about anything and everything. Be honest about your... [...] Read more!

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[Source: Crisis Pregnancy Blog]

New Advice Regarding Fish Consumption

Like so many nutritional recommendations, there is new advice regarding fish consumption during pregnancy. The Food and Drug Administration is now encouraging pregnant women to consume more fish. Specifically, the FDA is recommending twelve ounces of fish per week.

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[Source: Pregnancy Blog]