Concerns About Pregnancy

These are some of the questions that you may want to ask about pregnancy, when you are pregnant or even before you conceive. Here are some answers…

Is It Too Painful To Give Birth?

Some women may feel less pain than others in giving birth may; this is because, each woman has a different endurance level to pain. It also depends on how you breathe during labor. If you are going to have an epidural birth, the pain will be much less as compared to, if you plan to have a natural birth.

Is My Baby Going To Be Born Healthy?

Medical science has made great advances and there is every chance that, if you follow your doctor’s advice and have regular check ups, you will have a smooth pregnancy. Nausea, food cravings, tiredness, and moodiness are all signs of your hormones doing their job well. You must also be alert about any spotting or pain and report this to your doctor immediately.

Will I Gain Too Much Weight?

It is normal to gain 25 to 35 pounds during pregnancy. These additional pounds help in nourishing the baby and preparing you for breast-feeding. Weight gain is a positive and healthy sign that the fetus inside you is developing well. Too much weight gain or dieting during pregnancy can have a severe negative impact on your baby’s health.

Can Drinking Coffee Be Harmful During Pregnancy?

Coffee, tea, and colas have caffeine in them and caffeine is a health hazard during pregnancy. Drinking more than one and a half to two cups a day can increase the risk of miscarriage. Caffeine also affects the heartbeat of the unborn baby in the mother’s womb. It increases chances of diabetes in the baby in later life. It may cause mood swings in the mother. It is a diuretic, so sucks out the calcium and fluids that are essential for the fetus’s growth

What Should My Sleeping Posture Be during Pregnancy?

You should preferably sleep on your left side, because this allows flow of blood and nutrients to the placenta. Sleeping on your back, as you grow bigger in size will cause hemorrhoids and backache and so must be avoided.

Will A Seat Belt Hurt My Baby?

A seat belt is harmless and if worn properly, will protect you and your baby.

If you have any more doubts to be cleared about pregnancy, our website has a lot of interesting and useful tips and reading material. As an expectant mother, you should also read a lot of good books and magazines on pregnancy. Wish you a happy pregnancy and lots of baby dust.