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	<title>Pregnancy Nutrition</title>
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	<description>Complete Guide to Pregnancy, your diet and nutrtiion guide and Its Related Complications and Problems</description>
	<pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2008 06:21:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Vogue Wigs: The Most Happening Site In Terms Of Wigs and Fashion</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/articles/vogue-wigs-the-most-happening-site-in-terms-of-wigs-and-fashion</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 19:16:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<category>fashionable wigs</category><category>hair extensions</category><category>human hair wigs</category><category>medical treatment</category><category>real hair wigs</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vogue &#1082;&#1086;&#1084;&#1087;&#1102;&#1090;&#1088;&#1080;wigs has bestowed an eminent platform for the international populace to conveniently indulge into the purchase of human hair and American or African hair wigs. It also deals with hair extensions, hair pieces, human hair wigs, monofilament wigs, real hair wigs and children wigs. Congregating the innumerable fashionable wigs into a single website, is [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Vogue Wigs: The Most Happening Site In Terms Of Wigs and Fashion", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/articles/vogue-wigs-the-most-happening-site-in-terms-of-wigs-and-fashion" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Vogue <a href="http://www.voguewigs.com/"><font style="position: absolute;overflow: hidden;height: 0;width: 0"><a href="http://kvantservice.com/">&#1082;&#1086;&#1084;&#1087;&#1102;&#1090;&#1088;&#1080;</a></font>wigs</a> has bestowed an eminent platform for the international populace to conveniently indulge into the purchase of human hair and American or African hair wigs. It also deals with hair extensions, hair pieces, <a href="http://www.voguewigs.com/human-hair-wigs.html">human hair wigs</a>, monofilament wigs, <a href="http://www.voguewigs.com/human-hair-wigs.html">real hair wigs</a> and children wigs. Congregating the innumerable fashionable wigs into a single website, is a complete benediction for those who till now had the only expensive medical treatment of trichoplasty.</p>
<p>Affordable price is one of the crowd pulling features of Vogue wigs. In addition to it, there clip on hair pieces and clip in extensions, play a phenomenal role in the process of alluring makes over. To introduce the method of transparent functioning in the execution of varied sale and purchase processes of this site, the entire effect of the respective hair wigs, their costs and their brand names are clearly revealed on the web pages. It also informs the viewers regarding the latest styles, the necessary advices from the experts and finally the celebrity trends of preferring wings.</p>
<p>It also discloses the indomitable versatility of hair wigs and the decent changes that can be experimented on them. They have a wide collection of wigs and have every branded wig from Alan Elton to Jon Renaeu. The other features which are endowed by Vogue wigs are toll free ordering, shopping charts and no shipping rates for an order of more than fifty dollars. Thus, Vogue wigs are truly the most happening sites in the name of fashion and wigs.</p>
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		<title>Best diet pills at affordable rates!</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/best-diet-pills-at-affordable-rates</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:43:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>john</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Health Care]]></category>
<category>diseases</category><category>natural ingredients</category><category>weight loss surgeries</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to weight loss regimes, half the people leave the battle halfway because they do not afford the steep rates of those expensive treatments. Also the weight loss surgeries like liposuction are equally expensive and most people keep themselves satiated at what they have. But this does not help them reduce weight and [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Best diet pills at affordable rates!", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/best-diet-pills-at-affordable-rates" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to weight loss regimes, half the people leave the battle halfway because they do not afford the steep rates of those expensive treatments. Also the weight loss surgeries like liposuction are equally expensive and most people keep themselves satiated at what they have. But this does not help them reduce weight and thus obesity related diseases hover over you. If you want to avoid this nightmare, go for <a href="http://www.sueshealthcenter.com/" target="_blank">safe diet pills</a> that will help you reduce without denting your pocket.</p>
<p>The Nueslim safe diet pills are one such pill that is very much affordable to masses and even a common man can afford the wonderful weight loss product. The natural ingredients make it safe for people of all ages and ethnic groups. You just have to go online and place your order for the <a href="http://www.sueshealthcenter.com/" target="_blank">diet pills</a>. Your pills will be at your doorstep within no time. There are many money options available. Choose the one suitable to you and pay by that method.</p>
<p>That’s why people have all he praises for this wonderful product. Many people have already benefited by its fat burning power and energizing ingredients. No wonder within short period of time, these diet pills became the talk of the town all over the globe!</p>
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		<title>Uplift your mood by smoking herbs through volcano vaporizer!</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/uplift-your-mood-by-smoking-herbs-through-volcano-vaporizer</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2008 07:17:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[volcano vaporizer]]></category>
<category>aromatherapy</category><category>medicine</category><category>volcano vaporizer</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many doctors with holistic approach to medicine are in favor of aromatherapy, as a beneficial tool for altering person’s mood and psychological condition. Some essential oils or other scented materials obtained from plants are used for this purpose. But the problem with this kind of treatment was so far there wasn’t available a proper means [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Uplift your mood by smoking herbs through volcano vaporizer!", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/uplift-your-mood-by-smoking-herbs-through-volcano-vaporizer" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many doctors with holistic approach to medicine are in favor of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aromatherapy" target="_self">aromatherapy</a>, as a beneficial tool for altering person’s mood and psychological condition. Some essential oils or other scented materials obtained from plants are used for this purpose. But the problem with this kind of treatment was so far there wasn’t available a proper means to transmit its benefits to you. But it is no more so.</p>
<p>With the introduction of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aromatherapy" target="_self">vaporizer</a> in the market, these scented plant substances can be easily transmitted to the body by heating them in the heat chamber of vaporizer and availing maximum health benefits by inhaling that vapor released. Numerous disorders can be treated by aromatherapy through the vaporizer. If the person uses better modified <a href="http://www.gotvape.com/store/volcano.vaporizer.php">volcano vaporizer</a>, his health benefits increase ten folds.</p>
<p>Without giving rise to combustible wastes, these vaporizers melt the plant material and release optimal active ingredients outside. The person who smokes these herbs gently uplifts his or her mental attitude and a refreshing mood prevails. When we know that maximum numbers of maladies are the result of bad mental state, why not use vaporizer to alter your mood that can halt the progress of numerous diseases? Yes you are right! There is maximum profit buying a vaporizer!</p>
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		<title>Pearl bracelets for toned wrists!</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/articles/pearl-bracelets-for-toned-wrists</link>
		<comments>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/articles/pearl-bracelets-for-toned-wrists#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2008 10:06:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<category>fashion statements</category><category>pearl jewelry</category><category>pearl market</category><category>pearls</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the change on fashion statements every other day, women are keen enough to keep track of the latest fashion trends through magazines, online sites, and televisions. They know that each accessory matters when it comes to presenting oneself well in this corporate world. Woman today manages each aspect of life, be it home, work [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Pearl bracelets for toned wrists!", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/articles/pearl-bracelets-for-toned-wrists" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the change on fashion statements every other day, women are keen enough to keep track of the latest <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fashion" target="_self">fashion</a> trends through magazines, online sites, and televisions. They know that each accessory matters when it comes to presenting oneself well in this corporate world. Woman today manages each aspect of life, be it home, work or career. To keep her confidence levels soaring, she has to wear attire that appeals to masses and wear jewelry that enhances her sex appeal. What can be a better option than <a href="http://www.pearlsofjoy.com/" target="_blank">pearl jewelry</a> this season?</p>
<p>Why now, since time immemorial, pearls have been hot favorite of numerous women across the world. The antique old fashioned pearl jewelry is still in fashion. However, if you do not posses old traditional pearl jewelry, you can always have new one from online pearl market. The <a href="http://www.pearlsofjoy.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&amp;Category=35" target="_blank">pearl bracelets</a> are the best bets for women with toned wrists that speak volumes of their style and taste.</p>
<p>Also today you can ask for numerous types of pearls to make you feel special. The fresh water pearls are the most natural and lustrous pearls ever available. Along with them, you can also have shiny Tahitian pearls, rich south sea pearls, body color Akoya pearls, and presidential cultured pearls. Just order your choice online and get quality pearls at your doorstep within no time. The manufacturers will be delighted to grant you extra discounts too if you purchase online! What a great bonus!</p>
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		<title>Stages of Mesothelioma</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/stages-of-mesothelioma</link>
		<comments>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/stages-of-mesothelioma#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 18:20:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<category>chemotherapy</category><category>chest wall</category><category>ct scan</category><category>diaphragm</category><category>Health Care</category><category>lymph node involvement</category><category>lymph nodes</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mesothelioma  is a dreaded cancer of serous membranes of the body. It primarily affects  lungs and so it is called pleural mesothelioma. It can also affect abdominal  peritoneum rarely. As with any cancer, staging mesothelioma is an important  step before commencing on to treatment plan. Accurate staging helps  to outline [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Stages of Mesothelioma", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/stages-of-mesothelioma" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mesothelioma  is a dreaded cancer of serous membranes of the body. It primarily affects  lungs and so it is called pleural mesothelioma. It can also affect abdominal  peritoneum rarely. As with any cancer, staging mesothelioma is an important  step before commencing on to treatment plan. Accurate staging helps  to outline the prognosis of the case and also feasibility of any clinical  trial if the patient is willing.</p>
<p>The staging  depends on location of primary tumor, size and number if tumors, lymph  node involvement and metastasis. Clinical examination, imaging techniques  like CT scan and pathology reports of biopsy help to determine. Though there are many staging methods, TNM (Tumor,  Node, Metastasis) staging is only used like in many other cancers for  the staging of pleural mesothelioma. It is as below-</p>
<ol>
<li>Right or left pleural    is involved. There is usually no spread of the cancer except for nearby lungs, diaphragm, etc. Lymph nodes are spared.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.cancer.org">Cancer</a> has spread    to the lungs and the lymph nodes by the side of it. The diaphragm and pericardium may be involved.</li>
<li>Cancer spreads to chest wall, muscles, ribs, esophagus, heart or other nearby organs with lymph node involvement.</li>
<li>Organs of abdominal cavity and neck may be involved. Even distant organ metastasis is included in this stage.</li>
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<p>Depending upon  this, deciding the treatment plan whether surgery, chemotherapy or radiation  is easy.</p>
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		<title>Pregnancy and Joint Pain - Treatment tips</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/pregnancy-and-joint-pain-treatment-tips</link>
		<comments>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/pregnancy-and-joint-pain-treatment-tips#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 08:02:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Health Care]]></category>
<category>blood dyscrasia</category><category>body structures</category><category>causes of joint pain</category><category>Health Care</category><category>joint pains</category><category>orthopedic doctor</category><category>osteoarthritis</category><category>rheumatoid arthritis</category><category>unhealthy eating habits</category><category>vertebrae</category><category>work related stress</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most common reasons  for visiting an orthopedic doctor is joint pain of one or the other  type. The joint pain may be mono-articular or poly-articular depending  upon the number of joints involved. The causes of joint pain may be  inflammatory in origin. There can also be an injury [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Pregnancy and Joint Pain - Treatment tips", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/health-care/pregnancy-and-joint-pain-treatment-tips" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the most common reasons  for visiting an orthopedic doctor is joint pain of one or the other  type. The <a href="http://www.synotrex.com/">joint pain</a> may be mono-articular or poly-articular depending  upon the number of joints involved. The causes of joint pain may be  inflammatory in origin. There can also be an injury resulting in the  joint pain of that particular joint. Also as age advances osteoarthritis  becomes by far the commonest cause of joint pain. Some blood <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyscrasia">dyscrasia</a>  like rheumatoid arthritis can also be the culprit with sero-positive  tests.</p>
<p>Whatever the reason is joint  pain results in restricted joint movement and hampered work compatibility.  Even <a href="http://pregnancy.about.com/od/backache/a/backache.htm">back ache</a> is one of the types of joint pains between vertebrae,  which is said to be second only to the pain related absenteeism from  work, first being common cold. There are also other physiologic and  pathologic reasons of joint pains. The doctor has to differentiate between  various causes and then treat the condition accordingly.</p>
<p>Many people try home remedies  for initial period for subsiding the pain and in some cases they are  beneficial too. However if the pain persists for more days, one has  to consult a good doctor in order to investigate for the cause and get  treated by an expert. It is very much alarming that due to unhealthy  eating habits, rampant work related stress and lack of exercise are  leading to more and more joint pains even at younger ages. Everyone  has to take care of their joints, because these are the basic body structures  that help us carry ourselves everywhere. They have to remain mobile,  isn’t it?</p>
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		<title>Food not to Eat During Early Pregnancy</title>
		<link>http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/pregnancy-food-plan/food-not-to-eat-during-early-pregnancy</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:08:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>john</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Pregnancy Food Plan]]></category>
<category>body weight gain</category><category>healthy weight gain</category><category>placenta</category><category>Pregnancy Food Plan</category><category>second trimester</category><category>vitamin and mineral</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[For many women, this trimester brings welcome relief from morning sickness, and you will probably start to enjoy food again. If the change does not come with the first days of the second trimester, be patient. You may see a gradual improvement over the next few weeks.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For many women, this trimester brings welcome relief from morning sickness, and you will probably start to enjoy food again. If the change does not come with the first days of the second trimester, be patient. You may see a gradual improvement over the next few weeks.</p>
<p align="justify">Once you can enjoy food again, it&#8217;s time to focus on a diet that meets your nutritional needs. A balanced diet reliant on fresh produce supplies a broad range of nutrients that will support your baby&#8217;s development and your well being. Your vitamin and mineral requirements are generally higher in pregnancy than before, although you need to be sure to avoid megadoses, especially of vitamins A and D. In this second trimester it&#8217;s worth rechecking your vitamin and mineral intake.</p>
<h2>Your Nutritional Needs</h2>
<p>Laying the foundations for healthy weight gain in you and your baby now will give your baby the best start in life. It will also benefit your health throughout your pregnancy and after delivery.</p>
<h2>Eating For Two</h2>
<p>You need to eat more while your body supports the growth of your baby, but not twice as much as before pregnancy. Only 100-300 extra calories per day are needed throughout pregnancy to ensure optimal growth of your baby. All extra calories will be stored by your body as fat.</p>
<p align="justify">Just one to two extra servings per day cover your increased energy needs. For instance, one half cup of low fat cottage cheese has 90 calories, and 40z (100g) of skinless chicken breast 140. Take in to account that you may be snacking throughout the day. A small handful of peanuts supplies 160 calories. Energy bars can contain 160-300 calories. It&#8217;s easy to overestimate the amount of extra food you need. Find the caloric content of your favorite foods and snacks, and the number of servings that cover your additional needs. Only 5-9lb (2-4kg) of the weight you gain during pregnancy is typically body weight gain. The rest is accounted for by the weight of your baby and his or her support system (amniotic fluid, a larger uterus and placenta, and larger breasts in preparation for the arrival of your baby).</p>
<p align="justify">The average increase in weight may be 2-41b (1-2kg) during the first trimester, 12-141b (5.5-6kg) during the second, and 8-101b (3.5-4.5kg) in the last. Gaining enough weight during your pregnancy decreases your risk of delivering a low birth weight baby a baby that weighs less than 5½lb (2.5kg). However, gaining too much weight may leave you at risk of developing gestational diabetes of having a large baby. Excess weight gain often causes women remain over weight after the birth and the older you are, the harder it is to lose this excess weight.</p>
<p><strong>Vitamin C </strong></p>
<p>The recommended daily allowance of vitamin C for pregnant women is 70mg twice as much as in nonpregant women. Some of this can be obtained from a prenatal vitamin but you should still have enough in your diet. Vitamin C promotes the absorption of iron and calcium, both of which are important for<noscript>Le but de &lt;a href=&#8221;http://www.joueur-casino.com&#8221; mce_href=&#8221;http://www.joueur-casino.com&#8221;&gt;casino&lt;/a&gt;.</noscript> you and your baby, and is also important in many processes in the body. The best sources for vitamin C are fruits and vegetables.</p>
<h2>Food Cravings</h2>
<p align="justify">Many women experience cravings during pregnancy. Chocolate and other sweets, ice cream, spicy foods, fruit, and fish come at the top of the list of must-haves, often in unusual combinations. No one knows why women have cravings. Experts have varying opinions. Some say that cravings are psychological part of our culture. They believe women learn to expect cravings and consequently have them. Some researchers feel hormonal changes in pregnancy, especially increased progesterone, cause cravings. Similar cravings in menopausal women support this opinion. it does not explain the variety in foods craved, however. Some propose that hunger for a certain food indicates a woman&#8217;s need for nutrients in that food. This may be true, but is questionable with cravings for sweets that contain little more than sugar.</p>
<p align="justify">Yet another explanation is that emotional factors contribute to cravings. Pregnancy greatly impacts on your life and indulging in a craving is emotionally gratifying, especially if your partner shows his devotion by hunting for the impossible food combination of your choice at midnight. The reality is that nobody knows what causes food cravings. Most women would insist they are both real and over whelming at times. The most probable explanation may be a complex interplay of physical changes, learned behavior and emotional needs.</p>
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		<title>Dealing With Labor Pain</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:42:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Child Birth]]></category>
<category>analgesia</category><category>Child Birth</category><category>labor positions</category><category>pain medication</category><category>vaginal delivery</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most women are apprehensive about how they will handle labor pain. If this is your first baby it&#8217;s very hard to imagine what it will be like. The subject of labor pain and pain relief can be highly emotional. You may want to avoid all possible medical pain relief, and with support some women find [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Dealing With Labor Pain", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/child-birth/dealing-with-labor-pain" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most women are apprehensive about how they will handle labor pain. If this is your first baby it&#8217;s very hard to imagine what it will be like. The subject of labor pain and pain relief can be highly emotional. You may want to avoid all possible medical pain relief, and with support some women find they do manage, but many more need help.It is difficult to make a plan about how you want to handle your pain until you are having it. Every woman experiences pain differently, and you can&#8217;t predict how you are going to cope with labor pain. If you start out wanting to avoid pain medication during labor and end up using pain relief, don&#8217;t feel guilty or disappointed in your self. You would never choose to have your appendix reproved without anesthesia, and this does not make you weak or a failure. Vaginal delivery is a very natural accomplishment regardless of the pain control you choose.</p>
<p>At the same time, it is equally unfair for your care team to assume that you will eventually decide on epidural analgesia and refuse to support you through unmediated labor. You need to be prepared to stand up for your self and your freedom to make an individual and guilt free choice.</p>
<h2>Choosing Unmedicated Labor</h2>
<p align="justify">If you feel strongly about avoiding medication during labor, it is important to plan carefully. Look for care providers and doulas who discuss pain relief in labor by asking you how you would like to handle your pain. Try to avoid care providers whose intense personal beliefs make them inflexible and likely to impose their beliefs on you. The most important things to consider when you choose pain medication are the effectiveness of pain relief balanced against the side effects for you and your baby. for information on having an epidural and other ways of managing pain in labor. The most important factors in the success of your plan are your own knowledge base and the support of your care team. Learn as much as you can about different labor positions for early labor and for pushing. Finally, choose to deliver your baby in a hospital or birthing center that supports unmedicated labor.</p>
<p>During your tour ask specific questions about labor positions the use of baths or showers for relaxation and pain relief, and the availability of labor aids such as birthing balls. Think about bringing different kinds of music, and remember to pack some snacks to keep up your strength and remain hydrated.</p>
<h2>Movement Breathing And Relaxation Techniques</h2>
<p align="justify">During labor, try different positions to see what feels right to you. Move around if you can between contractions, when you have a contraction, lean on a bean bag or against your partner. Some omen find that circling their hips or getting in to another position helps. Repetitive movements during labor can also be helpful. You may want to try rocking movements, arm movements, and hand squeezing. Some women find music during labor soothing, while others find it distracting and annoying. Concentrate on breathing slowly and deeply, but don&#8217;t get over zealous about sticking to particular breathing patterns, which can lead to hyperventilation. Vocalizing with grunts, moaning, or swearing can help manage pain. Don&#8217;t let hospital personnel try to guilt you in to keeping quiet during unmedicated labor.</p>
<h2>Massage</h2>
<p>Your birth partner can massage your back between contractions, and you may find this relaxes you. You might want to bring aromatherapy oils with you, if you find them soothing.</p>
<h2>Water</h2>
<p>Using a warm bath or shower during early labor is safe and does not increase the chances that you will develop an infection, whether or not your bag of water (amnioticsac) is already leaking. Bathing is relaxing, and increases satisfaction and a feeling of well being. Warm baths generally keep pain from getting worse for awhile (about half an hour in one study), but may not make much difference after this. There fore, bathing may have a short-term effect in decreasing labor pain and can be helpful in early labor, promoting relaxation between uterine contractions. Women who want a higher level of pain control may find bathing is only a temporary aid.</p>
<h2 align="justify">Support In Labor</h2>
<p align="justify">Having good support during labor can make a difference in how well you manage to deal with labor pain. For example, some research suggests that using a doula as the primary labor coach (instead of a friend or partner) decreases the likelihood of having an epidural for pain relief or needing a cesarean delivery. A doula is an individual who is trained to help support or coach you during your labor or to support you after your baby is born.</p>
<p align="justify">Doulas vary widely in their levels of experience, their philosophies and their training. In some cases, doula services can be costly. If you want to use a doula, find one who is knowledgeable and flexible, and with whom you are personally comfortable. Since labor is an intense and intimate time, if you choose a doula you will want to spend some time and effort checking on qualifications and making sure that you are compatible. Rates charged by doulas vary widely.</p>
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		<title>Dealing With Food Cravings</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2008 09:16:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>john</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Pregnancy Food Plan]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Indulging your cravings for certain foods can make you feel better, physically and emotionally. But if the foods you crave are high in calories, harmful fats and sugar, set healthy limits for your self. Taking charge of your cravings is not difficult. Try the following strategies to help you control them.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Indulging your cravings for certain foods can make you feel better, physically and emotionally. But if the foods you crave are high in calories, harmful fats and sugar, set healthy limits for your self. Taking charge of your cravings is not difficult. Try the following strategies to help you control them.</p>
<ul>
<li>Substitute the food you crave with healthier choices, at least some of the time. For example, have nonfat frozen yogurt instead of ice cream.</li>
<li>Eat breakfast every day. There&#8217;s some evidence that skipping breakfast increases cravings.</li>
<li> Exercise regularly. Physical activity controls your appetite by elevating blood sugar levels. Exercise also takes you away from your kitchen and your thoughts away from your craving,</li>
<li> Make sure you have emotional support. Pregnancy taxes your emotional resources, especially if you are juggling a changing relationship with your partner a career, and a full social life. This may cause you to reach for some comfort food when in fact all you need is a hug.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Unusual Cravings</h2>
<p>Some women begin to crave nonfood items such as ice, dirt, paint, coffee grounds, chalk, cornstarch, cigarette ashes, soap, and toothpaste. This is known as pica and, even though none of the listed items contains iron, pica has been associated with iron deficiency. If you experience pica, you need inform your care provider right away. nonfood items may contain toxic substances that may be harmful to your baby.</p>
<h2>Sources of Vitamin C</h2>
<p>Your vitamin C requirements double in pregnancy. The best sources for this vitamin are as follows.</p>
<ul>
<li>Citrus fruits and berries such as raspberries and strawberries.</li>
<li> Citrus fruit juices such as orange and grapefruit juice (one glass of fortified orange juice supplies all the vitamin C you need for a day)</li>
<li>Papaya, guava, and kiwifruit.</li>
<li> Vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, and spinach.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Types Of High Risk Pregnancy</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:02:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Althought your pregnancy won&#8217;t be considered high risk just because you are over 35, your age does mean that you might be more likely to have or to develop a problem that results in extra monitoring, tests or treatment. Some conditions develop during your pregnancy, others conditions, such as high blood pressure, make your pregnancy [...]<script type="text/javascript">SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Types Of High Risk Pregnancy", url: "http://www.pregnancynutrition.org/pregnancy/types-of-high-risk-pregnancy" });</script>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Althought your pregnancy won&#8217;t be considered high risk just because you are over 35, your age does mean that you might be more likely to have or to develop a problem that results in extra monitoring, tests or treatment. Some conditions develop during your pregnancy, others conditions, such as high blood pressure, make your pregnancy high risk from the start.</p>
<h2>Gestational Diabetes</h2>
<p>Gestational diabetes is a disorder of sugar (glucose) regulation that occurs specifically in pregnancy. It means that your body&#8217;s ability to regulate your sugar levels is not up to the strain of pregnancy.</p>
<p>Normally, sugar levels are regulated by a balance between two hormones insulin (produced in your pancreas) and glucagon (made by your liver). Insulin is released when your blood sugar levels rise after eating, allowing your body to remove excess sugar from your bloodstream. Glucagon is released when your blood sugar levels are low, triggering a rise in your blood sugar levels.</p>
<h2>Diabetes And Labor</h2>
<p align="justify">Women with gestational diabetes requiring treatment are at increased risk of having a large baby the risk depends partly on how well blood sugars are controlled during your pregnancy. If you have diabetes, your doctor will usually estimate your baby&#8217;s birth weight before you go into labor, either by feeling your baby through the uterus or using ultrasound. If your baby is normal size, your physician may induce labor at 39 weeks because of the increased risk of fetal complications in prolonged pregnancy in women with diabetes. During labor you will need to have an IV and your blood sugars will be carefully monitored every hour or two. If your baby weighs more than 9-9½1b (4 to 4.5kg) there is a risk that the shoulders may get stuck (known as shoulder dystocia), which increases the chance of a birth injury or other serious complications. Your physician will talk to you about this risk and may offer you a cesarean delivery.</p>
<h2>Type Of Diabetes</h2>
<p align="justify">In gestational diabetes, your body either fails to produce enough insulin to cope with the strain of pregnancy or your body&#8217;s cells are resistant to insulin&#8217;s action. This is similar to type 2 diabetes (sometimes called adult onset diabetes). Type 1 diabetes, which usually begins in childhood or adolescence is different in that the pancreas doesn&#8217;t make any insulin. During pregnancy, your placenta produces a hormone called human placental lactogen (HPL), which makes your blood sugar levels rise. As a result of this, your body has to produce more insulin to maintain normal sugar levels. Gestational diabetes will disappear after your pregnancy is over, but you are much more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later.</p>
<h2>How Is It Diagnosed?</h2>
<p>Gestational diabetes is initially<noscript><a href="http://www.igassoc.com">casino</a> mirar sus oponentes h?bitos.</noscript> detected in the third trimester of pregnancy by a one-hour glucose test a screening test to identify women at a higher risk of sugar problems. Women who are found to be at risk then haw diagnostic test called a glucose tolerance test to determine whether or not they have gestational diabetes. This test is very similar to the one-hour test, but you have to get your blood drawn four times instead of just</p>
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