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Iron Rich Foods for Pregnancy

| September 23, 2014
Iron Rich Foods for Pregnancy

Iron Rich Foods It is important to eat foods high in iron during your pregnancy to ensure your baby receives adequate hemoglobin from your stores. Low iron levels are detrimental to your health and to the health and development of your baby. As your baby grows, you will require additional iron through supplementation (see my […]

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Anemia In Pregnancy

| September 23, 2014
Anemia In Pregnancy

Anemia in Pregnancy I experienced anemia during pregnancy. It was a bit of a shocker on a number of levels. One – I took prenatal supplements and ate extremely nutritious, iron rich foods while pregnant. Two – My iron levels were in good standing when I was testing in the first trimester. Three – No […]

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EFT for Sadness & Depression During Pregnancy

| September 19, 2014
EFT for Sadness & Depression During Pregnancy

  EFT for Sadness & Depression During Pregnancy When I was 3 months pregnant, I experienced intense sadness at 7pm for a few nights in a row. I found myself feeling very emotional and crying for hours until I went to sleep. I even wondered if I was depressed. But each morning I’d wake up […]

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Healthy Eating Lowers Risk For Preterm Birth in Pregnant Women

| March 7, 2014
Healthy Eating Lowers Risk For Preterm Birth in Pregnant Women

Healthy Eating Healthy Pregnancy A new Norwegian study suggests that pregnant women who eating a diet rich in vegetables, fruits and whole grains are more likely to have a lower risk of giving birth earlier than full term. This is an important issue because preterm births are the leading cause of neurological disabilities and even […]

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Caffeine, Stress and Pregnancy

| February 4, 2014
Caffeine, Stress and Pregnancy

Caffeine, Stress & Pregnancy If you love your morning cup of coffee, you may be wondering, “how safe is caffeine during pregnancy?” This topic has been heavily debated in the medical community for decades. Although there is still no consensus on what level of caffeine is safe for pregnant women, research studies have found that […]

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Back Pain During Pregnancy

| February 4, 2014
Back Pain During Pregnancy

Back Pain During Pregnancy Approximately 70% of all women experience back pain during pregnancy. During pregnancy, back pain is a common issue for many women due to the weight gain associated with carrying a developing baby. Women on average gain between 11 and 40 lbs (though some may gain more or less) during their pregnancy. The […]

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Pregnancy Massage

| February 3, 2014
Pregnancy Massage

The Art of Pregnancy Massage Pregnancy massage (also referred to as prenatal massage) is recognized by many health care practitioners around the world and is backed up by research studies as being a very effective method to relieve physical, psychological and emotional stress in pregnant women. Pregnancy massage is the art of using the hands […]

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Stress And Pregnancy

| January 24, 2014 | 0 Comments
Stress And Pregnancy

Top 8 Tips to Deal with Pregnancy Stress Stress and pregnancy don’t have to go together. To decrease your risk of complications, you must find ways to relax and lower your stress levels. Here are eight tips to help you deal with stress during pregnancy: 1. Eat a healthy diet – For the health of […]

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Signs of Stress During Pregnancy

| January 21, 2014 | 0 Comments
Signs of Stress During Pregnancy

Stress During Pregnancy Pregnancy is a stressful time for many women. You may feel nervous about how your life is going to change. You may be worried about whether or not you’ll be a good mother. You might also be scared of childbirth. Pregnancy brings out lots of emotions – happiness, fear, sadness – all […]

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Earliest Signs Of Pregnancy

| January 4, 2014 | 0 Comments
Earliest Signs Of Pregnancy

What are the Earliest Signs Of Pregnancy? Your period is late, and you are dying to know, “am I pregnant?” The signs of early pregnancy can be remarkably similar to PMS symptoms, so taking a home pregnancy test is the only way to know if you’ve conceived. If it’s too early to take a pregnancy […]

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