Pregnancy by itself can be a very stressful time for the mother-to-be. Add to that, all the complications that can occur during the gestation period, and it all becomes too much to handle! One complex situation that can arise is an "ectopic pregnancy" or a "tubal pregnancy", which if left untreated for long, can prove to be a life-and-death situation for the mother with child.
Neither of the couple is responsible for the ectopic pregnancy; it is just a mysterious quirk of nature. The pregnancy has to be terminated and this news brings grief to all concerned - the parents-to-be, other family members, relatives and friends. All the same, it is important that proper care is taken to ensure that the woman continues to remain healthy and fertile.
But before we go into the details of uncommon symptoms to watch out for, let us define an ectopic pregnancy, at least for the benefit of first-time pregnant women. When the egg is fertilized, it has to naturally implant itself in the uterus. In this case, it gets implanted either in the cervix or ovaries or fallopian tubes. The commonest 'outside place' for the fertilized ovum is the fallopian tubes; hence, another name for ectopic pregnancy is "tubal pregnancy".
This unusual condition can herald problems even before the woman is aware that she is carrying a child. For instance, she can experience such intense abdominal pain that she has to rush to a doctor for treatment. Other signs she can present with are low back pain, dizziness, and breakthrough bleeding or spotting. A sample of her urine is therefore taken to test for different hormones and chemicals present in the body. This is sufficient to reveal a positive pregnancy.
Now that the doctors know that the woman is pregnant, they have to look for the cause of her present symptoms. A pelvic exam is in the offing. An ultrasound can only be attempted after one and a half months or after six weeks. Of course, once the doctors suspect an ectopic pregnancy, the patient is put under close surveillance for they are well aware that the mother-to-be could lose her life if she is not careful, or possibly lose her fertility. A live birth is simply not possible! It is therefore imperative that close family members and friends understand the mother's agony and treat her with utmost respect.
As far as treatments go, the advancement of medical science has made ectopic pregnancy easier to deal with. Depending on how far advanced the pregnancy is, a suitable method of treatment is chosen.
If the problem is detected early, an injection is given to dissolve the fertilized egg; it is then reabsorbed into the woman's body. The reproductive organs are neither harmed nor scarred, ensuring that fertility is left intact. Surgery may be warranted for a long-term problem. Laser treatment is popular today as it can lessen the damage caused to the pregnant woman's body. Even after treatment, the patient's hormone levels are monitored for at least 3 months to ensure that no signs of an ectopic pregnancy have remained.
Abhishek has seen many childbirths in his huge family! Visit www.Childbirth-Guru.com and Download Abhishek's FREE Report "How To Dress And Look Your Best During Pregnancy!". If you are an expecting mother, or have just delivered, you can get some very valuable information about Pregnancy and Childbirth. But hurry, only limited Free copies available! www.Childbirth-Guru.com
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Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Understanding Pregnancy Labor Stages
There are four Pregnancy labor stages in the childbirth process depending upon the changes in the uterus and cervix.
Stage 1
Starts with the beginning of labor, till the time when the cervix is 100 percent effaced and dilated to 10 centimeters.
Time period for first time mothers ranges from 10-14 hours.
Stage 2
Starts when the cervix is fully effaced and ends with the birth of the baby.
Time period for first time mothers ranges from 1-2 hours.
Stage 3
Starts with the birth of the baby till the placenta is delivered.
Time period for all vaginal deliveries range from 5-15 minutes.
Stage 4
Starts with the delivery of the placenta till 1-2 hours after delivery.
Prodomal Labor or Early Labor Pains- A Part Of The Pregnancy Labor Stages
These early pains can last from a few hours to several days. During this stage the cervix softens and the baby settles in the cervix. You may have false pains, which are irregular, strong or mild at times. This is just a way for the body to prepare itself for the childbirth process. So don't worry, relax, eat well and get all the rest you can get. Be confident of your body, it knows what it's doing.
What Happens In The Pregnancy Labor Stages?
The baby moves through the pelvis and the birth canal, which can take from 15 minutes to several hours.
The urge to push gets stronger as the baby moves further in the birth canal.
You may feel a stretching, burning, stinging feeling near the vaginal opening just before the baby is born. This is a sure shot sign- you are there.
When the baby's head emerges out, it turns to one side to accommodate the shoulders and the rest of the body slips out.
What Can Be Done To Help?
Just go with the flow and do what feels right. Taking deep breaths help through the contractions.
Make sounds according to what you feel helps.
It is important for the partner or family to be encouraging, quiet and supportive. Shouting will only make things worse.
Changing positions such as squatting, side pushing help if the progress is slow.
Warm compresses on your abdomen may help. It helps in relieving tension in the perineum.
It is very natural to have labor pains in pregnancy. They guide you through the labor. It always better to be equipped with knowledge so reading, researching a bit on the pregnancy labor stages will definitely help.
The childbirth process includes four pregnancy labor stages. It is very natural to have labor pains in pregnancy. There can also be false labor pains or early labor pains sometimes. Going with the flow of your body helps during the labor stage pains.For more information visit pregnancy.
Stage 1
Starts with the beginning of labor, till the time when the cervix is 100 percent effaced and dilated to 10 centimeters.
Time period for first time mothers ranges from 10-14 hours.
Stage 2
Starts when the cervix is fully effaced and ends with the birth of the baby.
Time period for first time mothers ranges from 1-2 hours.
Stage 3
Starts with the birth of the baby till the placenta is delivered.
Time period for all vaginal deliveries range from 5-15 minutes.
Stage 4
Starts with the delivery of the placenta till 1-2 hours after delivery.
Prodomal Labor or Early Labor Pains- A Part Of The Pregnancy Labor Stages
These early pains can last from a few hours to several days. During this stage the cervix softens and the baby settles in the cervix. You may have false pains, which are irregular, strong or mild at times. This is just a way for the body to prepare itself for the childbirth process. So don't worry, relax, eat well and get all the rest you can get. Be confident of your body, it knows what it's doing.
What Happens In The Pregnancy Labor Stages?
The baby moves through the pelvis and the birth canal, which can take from 15 minutes to several hours.
The urge to push gets stronger as the baby moves further in the birth canal.
You may feel a stretching, burning, stinging feeling near the vaginal opening just before the baby is born. This is a sure shot sign- you are there.
When the baby's head emerges out, it turns to one side to accommodate the shoulders and the rest of the body slips out.
What Can Be Done To Help?
Just go with the flow and do what feels right. Taking deep breaths help through the contractions.
Make sounds according to what you feel helps.
It is important for the partner or family to be encouraging, quiet and supportive. Shouting will only make things worse.
Changing positions such as squatting, side pushing help if the progress is slow.
Warm compresses on your abdomen may help. It helps in relieving tension in the perineum.
It is very natural to have labor pains in pregnancy. They guide you through the labor. It always better to be equipped with knowledge so reading, researching a bit on the pregnancy labor stages will definitely help.
The childbirth process includes four pregnancy labor stages. It is very natural to have labor pains in pregnancy. There can also be false labor pains or early labor pains sometimes. Going with the flow of your body helps during the labor stage pains.For more information visit pregnancy.
First Month Pregnancy Symptoms - Will You Survive Them?
Although it's best to know that you are pregnant at the earliest possible time, particularly because you'll be able to nourish the baby better during this critical stage, not knowing that you are pregnant until after eight or so weeks could strangely be a boon as you would have gotten over the first month pregnancy symptoms without even knowing what they are.
As they say, what you don't know won't hurt you - and this applies to women who become so traumatized with first month pregnancy symptoms. Actually, they can be tolerable if you know which things to avoid and if you learn how to condition yourself to ignore them.
How to get through the first month pregnancy symptoms
Pregnancy doesn't have to be a frightening experience. Once you know what the nature of the first month pregnancy symptoms are and how long they would last, you will be able to better cope with them and welcome the newcomer in your womb more warmly.
One of the first month pregnancy symptoms is nausea or intermittent dizziness. A majority of pregnant women experience the so-called "morning sickness" which is characterized by a queasy feeling in the stomach often accompanied by vomiting. Although it most often occurs as soon as you wake up in the morning, nausea can be experienced any time of the day.
This first month pregnancy symptom can be neutralized by sucking sour candy or sniffing smelling salts or ammonia. Nausea can be triggered by various smells which are unpleasant for the pregnant woman. Mild headaches can be relieved by drinking cold water. Although there are safe paracetamol medications, you should always consult your doctor before taking any medication while you are pregnant.
Morning sickness last until around your third month of pregnancy until it disappears completely. Most first month pregnancy symptoms are brought about by the hormonal changes that simultaneously happen due to your delicate condition.
Having tender breasts, or experiencing soreness and heaviness, is another first month pregnancy symptom, as is experiencing pain in the lower part of your abdomen. These symptoms, though, are also present during PMS, so many pregnant women confuse them as signs of an upcoming menstrual period.
Mood swings are also common first month pregnancy symptoms. You easily get irritated and the little things that you used to brush off now become magnified. Again, these are brought on by the secretion of pregnancy-related hormones in your body.
In terms of weight, not all women experience an increase in girth around the midsection. A few, in fact, even lose weight - probably because another first month pregnancy symptom is loss of appetite. After a few months, however, your appetite will return and you will undoubtedly be eating much more than your regular intake in order to nourish the developing baby.
You can also find more info on pregnancy and birth and pregnancy clothes.
Pregnancyhelpblog.com is a comprehensive resource to know more about pregnancy.
As they say, what you don't know won't hurt you - and this applies to women who become so traumatized with first month pregnancy symptoms. Actually, they can be tolerable if you know which things to avoid and if you learn how to condition yourself to ignore them.
How to get through the first month pregnancy symptoms
Pregnancy doesn't have to be a frightening experience. Once you know what the nature of the first month pregnancy symptoms are and how long they would last, you will be able to better cope with them and welcome the newcomer in your womb more warmly.
One of the first month pregnancy symptoms is nausea or intermittent dizziness. A majority of pregnant women experience the so-called "morning sickness" which is characterized by a queasy feeling in the stomach often accompanied by vomiting. Although it most often occurs as soon as you wake up in the morning, nausea can be experienced any time of the day.
This first month pregnancy symptom can be neutralized by sucking sour candy or sniffing smelling salts or ammonia. Nausea can be triggered by various smells which are unpleasant for the pregnant woman. Mild headaches can be relieved by drinking cold water. Although there are safe paracetamol medications, you should always consult your doctor before taking any medication while you are pregnant.
Morning sickness last until around your third month of pregnancy until it disappears completely. Most first month pregnancy symptoms are brought about by the hormonal changes that simultaneously happen due to your delicate condition.
Having tender breasts, or experiencing soreness and heaviness, is another first month pregnancy symptom, as is experiencing pain in the lower part of your abdomen. These symptoms, though, are also present during PMS, so many pregnant women confuse them as signs of an upcoming menstrual period.
Mood swings are also common first month pregnancy symptoms. You easily get irritated and the little things that you used to brush off now become magnified. Again, these are brought on by the secretion of pregnancy-related hormones in your body.
In terms of weight, not all women experience an increase in girth around the midsection. A few, in fact, even lose weight - probably because another first month pregnancy symptom is loss of appetite. After a few months, however, your appetite will return and you will undoubtedly be eating much more than your regular intake in order to nourish the developing baby.
You can also find more info on pregnancy and birth and pregnancy clothes.
Pregnancyhelpblog.com is a comprehensive resource to know more about pregnancy.
Maternity Wear - Trendy Maternity Wear For The Fashion-Conscious Woman!
The doctor gives you the good news - "a bundle of joy is about to arrive!" It is definitely a cause for celebration. But just a little later, just like any other woman, your thoughts turn to the clothes you will have to wear for the entire length of your pregnancy! And that is when apprehensions sets in, for you have never seen maternity wear that is attractive or stylish till now!
But don't lose heart! A number of fashion designers took note of the dismal scene and felt the need to bring out trendy clothes for a mother-to-be. They did go ahead with their plans and have succeeded in giving a whole new meaning to the concept of maternity wear! The year of unfolding their banner is 2007.
Not only is maternity wear available at local malls, but it is also being presented on the World Wide Web. Plenty of web sites have devoted themselves to the cause of displaying colorful patterns and styles. So the choice is vast!
The early months of pregnancy are not so difficult and do not really need any special kind of maternity clothes. The former skirts and tops can still be worn comfortably. If necessary, pants and jeans can become a part of your new wardrobe. Pants do give more room at the waist! In fact, designers like Seven For Mankind and Citizen of Humanity have come up with eye-catching maternity jeans for people like you (if you have a soft corner for jeans and would love to wear them most of the time).
While shopping for jeans and tops, bear in mind that it is not considered fashionable for the pregnant woman to be exhibiting too much of flesh! Low-cut jeans or midriff tops are unacceptable. Modesty receives a high ranking.
If you are a working woman, you may wish to continue to work till you reach an advanced stage of pregnancy. The best maternity wear for you is therefore the maternity suit. There is a large variety available, stitched in various patterns and using different fabrics. The suit should be roomy enough to allow further growth during pregnancy, but at the same time should not be oversized.
Even if you are far advanced into your pregnancy, there is maternity wear with more consideration for enlarging waistlines. The designer, Anna Sui, has brought out baby-doll dresses for this purpose. A yoke dress flatters the silhouette. So do ponchos.
Unlike yesteryears where the woman tended to feel a little shy about her pregnant status being noticed, today's women flaunt it openly! And this includes Hollywood stars! And so, to help you show off your changing shape to the best advantage, modern maternity wear has come to your rescue!
Abhishek has seen many childbirths in his huge family! Visit www.Childbirth-Guru.com and Download Abhishek's FREE Report "How To Dress And Look Your Best During Pregnancy!". If you are an expecting mother, or have just delivered, you can get some very valuable information about Pregnancy and Childbirth. But hurry, only limited Free copies available! www.Childbirth-Guru.com
But don't lose heart! A number of fashion designers took note of the dismal scene and felt the need to bring out trendy clothes for a mother-to-be. They did go ahead with their plans and have succeeded in giving a whole new meaning to the concept of maternity wear! The year of unfolding their banner is 2007.
Not only is maternity wear available at local malls, but it is also being presented on the World Wide Web. Plenty of web sites have devoted themselves to the cause of displaying colorful patterns and styles. So the choice is vast!
The early months of pregnancy are not so difficult and do not really need any special kind of maternity clothes. The former skirts and tops can still be worn comfortably. If necessary, pants and jeans can become a part of your new wardrobe. Pants do give more room at the waist! In fact, designers like Seven For Mankind and Citizen of Humanity have come up with eye-catching maternity jeans for people like you (if you have a soft corner for jeans and would love to wear them most of the time).
While shopping for jeans and tops, bear in mind that it is not considered fashionable for the pregnant woman to be exhibiting too much of flesh! Low-cut jeans or midriff tops are unacceptable. Modesty receives a high ranking.
If you are a working woman, you may wish to continue to work till you reach an advanced stage of pregnancy. The best maternity wear for you is therefore the maternity suit. There is a large variety available, stitched in various patterns and using different fabrics. The suit should be roomy enough to allow further growth during pregnancy, but at the same time should not be oversized.
Even if you are far advanced into your pregnancy, there is maternity wear with more consideration for enlarging waistlines. The designer, Anna Sui, has brought out baby-doll dresses for this purpose. A yoke dress flatters the silhouette. So do ponchos.
Unlike yesteryears where the woman tended to feel a little shy about her pregnant status being noticed, today's women flaunt it openly! And this includes Hollywood stars! And so, to help you show off your changing shape to the best advantage, modern maternity wear has come to your rescue!
Abhishek has seen many childbirths in his huge family! Visit www.Childbirth-Guru.com and Download Abhishek's FREE Report "How To Dress And Look Your Best During Pregnancy!". If you are an expecting mother, or have just delivered, you can get some very valuable information about Pregnancy and Childbirth. But hurry, only limited Free copies available! www.Childbirth-Guru.com
Pregnancy Weight Gain - How Much Should You Really Gain?
Pregnancy weight gain is essential during pregnancy. It is critical to the health of your baby that you gain the appropriate amount of weight during pregnancy. Different people need to gain different amount. I am going to break it down as best as I can so that you don't have to guess when it comes to pregnancy weight gain.
Weight gain really differs from person to person. If you start out at a healthy weight when you get pregnant, you should look at gaining anywhere from 20-30 pounds throughout your entire pregnancy. If you are under weight, you should look at gaining a little more, usually in the 35 pounds range. And, if you are overweight when you get pregnant, your goal should be around 10-15 pounds gained throughout your pregnancy.
Pregnancy is not an excuse to eat anything that you want and gain weight just because you are pregnant. It is really important that you eat healthy and gain weight in the right areas of the body. This will involve exercise and healthy eating throughout each trimester. If you do not watch your weight, you can expect to gain double the amount that is recommended making labor harder and losing weight after labor really hard.
You should gain around 5 pounds during your first trimester, and around 1 pound per week during your second and third trimester. If you are underweight, you should try to gain around 8 pounds during the first trimester, and a little over a pound per week for the second and third trimesters. If you are overweight, you should gain around 3 pounds the first trimester and around 1 pound every other week during the second and third trimester of pregnancy.
A lot of women like to use the excuse that just because they are pregnant, they can eat what they want. This is very bad and can cause problems down the road and after labor. If you eat healthy and exercise during pregnancy, you can expect to have an easier labor and be able to lose your pregnancy weight faster after delivery. You will be down to your normal weight before you know it.
Some things to keep an eye on are either gaining too much weight too fast, or not gaining enough weight. If you find that you have gained over 5 pounds in one week and you are eating right, you need to get checked by the doctor. This could be a sign of preeclampsia, which is a very serious disease.
On the other side of the table, if you are not gaining any weight at all, make sure that you get checked out by a doctor. Weight gain is essential during pregnancy. It could be normal, however, to not gain any weight one week, but gain 2 pounds the next. This is still normal, but you will want to keep your doctor informed of what is going on.
Did you know that it is really easy to stay within your ideal birth weight? Get a copy of the Pregnancy Weight Guide. It is full of great info, and best of all, it is free. Good luck and congrats on the pregnancy.
Weight gain really differs from person to person. If you start out at a healthy weight when you get pregnant, you should look at gaining anywhere from 20-30 pounds throughout your entire pregnancy. If you are under weight, you should look at gaining a little more, usually in the 35 pounds range. And, if you are overweight when you get pregnant, your goal should be around 10-15 pounds gained throughout your pregnancy.
Pregnancy is not an excuse to eat anything that you want and gain weight just because you are pregnant. It is really important that you eat healthy and gain weight in the right areas of the body. This will involve exercise and healthy eating throughout each trimester. If you do not watch your weight, you can expect to gain double the amount that is recommended making labor harder and losing weight after labor really hard.
You should gain around 5 pounds during your first trimester, and around 1 pound per week during your second and third trimester. If you are underweight, you should try to gain around 8 pounds during the first trimester, and a little over a pound per week for the second and third trimesters. If you are overweight, you should gain around 3 pounds the first trimester and around 1 pound every other week during the second and third trimester of pregnancy.
A lot of women like to use the excuse that just because they are pregnant, they can eat what they want. This is very bad and can cause problems down the road and after labor. If you eat healthy and exercise during pregnancy, you can expect to have an easier labor and be able to lose your pregnancy weight faster after delivery. You will be down to your normal weight before you know it.
Some things to keep an eye on are either gaining too much weight too fast, or not gaining enough weight. If you find that you have gained over 5 pounds in one week and you are eating right, you need to get checked by the doctor. This could be a sign of preeclampsia, which is a very serious disease.
On the other side of the table, if you are not gaining any weight at all, make sure that you get checked out by a doctor. Weight gain is essential during pregnancy. It could be normal, however, to not gain any weight one week, but gain 2 pounds the next. This is still normal, but you will want to keep your doctor informed of what is going on.
Did you know that it is really easy to stay within your ideal birth weight? Get a copy of the Pregnancy Weight Guide. It is full of great info, and best of all, it is free. Good luck and congrats on the pregnancy.
Pregnancy Test - This Technique Will Help You Instantly Discover If You Are Pregnant!
Pregnancy Test: The Initial assessment.
There is a hormone that is produced in your body almost a week after your periods or a few days after the fertilized egg has been rooted in the wall of your uterus, this hormone is called Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG).
The human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone is detected by a Pregnancy test. This test is taken to measure the amount of the hormone HCG in your blood or urine which in turn determines whether you are pregnant. This step is necessary to confirm that you are pregnant and your symptoms are a result of that pregnancy.
Pregnancy Test: The Kit.
There are many ways to use a pregnancy kit but improper use of these kits can cause negative results especially when there is a baby in the womb. It is advisable that care is taken to ensure that you consult with your doctor and do regular check ups to confirm the state of your body. There are a number of pregnancy kits available today with different easy-to-use methods but one of the basic criteria used to determine accuracy and give you the desired result, is to collect a urine sample early in the morning when the HCG in the body is still pure.
The pregnancy kit contains a little strip that you dip into the urine you've collected and depending on the kit you buy the results will either show a positive sign (+), a purple or pinkish line showing that your results are positive or a negative sign (-). In any case, make sure you get medical advice from a qualified personnel if in doubt.
Pregnancy Test: Chemical Pregnancy
There is a hormonal imbalance that takes place in your body that suppresses the normal development of an embryo due to an abnormal increase in the level of HCG in the body. When a Pregnancy test is taken it will show a high level of HCG in urine. This is known as Chemical Pregnancy in which a fertilized egg produces HCG but fails to develop further.
None of these pregnancy test kits are 100% accurate so it is very important to get a doctor to confirm the pregnancy and do the tests recommended to you. Never hesitate to ask questions to clear your doubts and your fears because although this stage in a woman's life is an awesome experience it can be short lived if not properly attended to.
Ensure that you do all in your power to be ready and as prepared as possible for pregnancy.
URGENT!!! Discover these secrets now!
The early stages of pregnancy. Prenatal Testing. Find a detailed example of a typical birth plan questionnaire. The hidden facts about having sex during pregnancy and when to avoid it. Can you still fly and travel? How to deal with Premature labor. The truth about an epidural, Will it cause you to have back problems later? Your baby has jaundice, how would you deal with that? ALL these and more when you visit our website today.
There is a hormone that is produced in your body almost a week after your periods or a few days after the fertilized egg has been rooted in the wall of your uterus, this hormone is called Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG).
The human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone is detected by a Pregnancy test. This test is taken to measure the amount of the hormone HCG in your blood or urine which in turn determines whether you are pregnant. This step is necessary to confirm that you are pregnant and your symptoms are a result of that pregnancy.
Pregnancy Test: The Kit.
There are many ways to use a pregnancy kit but improper use of these kits can cause negative results especially when there is a baby in the womb. It is advisable that care is taken to ensure that you consult with your doctor and do regular check ups to confirm the state of your body. There are a number of pregnancy kits available today with different easy-to-use methods but one of the basic criteria used to determine accuracy and give you the desired result, is to collect a urine sample early in the morning when the HCG in the body is still pure.
The pregnancy kit contains a little strip that you dip into the urine you've collected and depending on the kit you buy the results will either show a positive sign (+), a purple or pinkish line showing that your results are positive or a negative sign (-). In any case, make sure you get medical advice from a qualified personnel if in doubt.
Pregnancy Test: Chemical Pregnancy
There is a hormonal imbalance that takes place in your body that suppresses the normal development of an embryo due to an abnormal increase in the level of HCG in the body. When a Pregnancy test is taken it will show a high level of HCG in urine. This is known as Chemical Pregnancy in which a fertilized egg produces HCG but fails to develop further.
None of these pregnancy test kits are 100% accurate so it is very important to get a doctor to confirm the pregnancy and do the tests recommended to you. Never hesitate to ask questions to clear your doubts and your fears because although this stage in a woman's life is an awesome experience it can be short lived if not properly attended to.
Ensure that you do all in your power to be ready and as prepared as possible for pregnancy.
URGENT!!! Discover these secrets now!
The early stages of pregnancy. Prenatal Testing. Find a detailed example of a typical birth plan questionnaire. The hidden facts about having sex during pregnancy and when to avoid it. Can you still fly and travel? How to deal with Premature labor. The truth about an epidural, Will it cause you to have back problems later? Your baby has jaundice, how would you deal with that? ALL these and more when you visit our website today.
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