Salam to all,
Are you pregnant? These might be useful for you. From www.ummusaif.com
Basically, stress is so unbearable.I believe, I am not the only one who feels like this. There are mothers who feel the same. So, this article is very good in understanding the physiological changes of pregnant woman and give us some idea for both the person and family to cope with all the symptoms.
From MayoClinic.com
Early pregnancy has its share of discomforts. Some, such as mild nausea and fatigue, are almost universal. Others, including nosebleeds and bladder infections, are less common.
Soon after you conceive, your body begins a series of major changes that enable it to sustain your baby through 37 weeks of growth and development. The glands of your endocrine system and placenta step up hormone production. Your blood volume increases and your uterus expands.
By the fourth month of pregnancy, you’ll begin to feel much more like your old self, presumably because your body has adjusted somewhat to these dramatic changes. Until then, you can rest assured that first-trimester symptoms are almost always associated with normal pregnancies that have good outcomes. Morning sickness and the other ailments that occur around this time are almost always mild enough to manage on your own. Here’s a rundown of the most common first-trimester symptoms.
From MayoClinic.com
Early pregnancy has its share of discomforts. Some, such as mild nausea and fatigue, are almost universal. Others, including nosebleeds and bladder infections, are less common.
Soon after you conceive, your body begins a series of major changes that enable it to sustain your baby through 37 weeks of growth and development. The glands of your endocrine system and placenta step up hormone production. Your blood volume increases and your uterus expands.
By the fourth month of pregnancy, you’ll begin to feel much more like your old self, presumably because your body has adjusted somewhat to these dramatic changes. Until then, you can rest assured that first-trimester symptoms are almost always associated with normal pregnancies that have good outcomes. Morning sickness and the other ailments that occur around this time are almost always mild enough to manage on your own. Here’s a rundown of the most common first-trimester symptoms.
Morning sickness
How common is it?
Up to 70 percent of expectant mothers have nausea, sometimes with vomiting, early in pregnancy. Queasiness may be most noticeable in the morning, but it can occur at any time. Even if you aren’t nauseated, you may develop aversions to certain foods, such as coffee and meat, partly because of their odors. As long as you continue to eat a healthy diet and get all the nutrients you need, food aversions aren’t a cause for concern.
What causes it?
How common is it?
Up to 70 percent of expectant mothers have nausea, sometimes with vomiting, early in pregnancy. Queasiness may be most noticeable in the morning, but it can occur at any time. Even if you aren’t nauseated, you may develop aversions to certain foods, such as coffee and meat, partly because of their odors. As long as you continue to eat a healthy diet and get all the nutrients you need, food aversions aren’t a cause for concern.
What causes it?
The exact cause is unclear, but pregnancy hormones that relax the stomach may play a role.
How long does it last?
How long does it last?
It generally improves by the 13th or 14th week of pregnancy, but some women continue to feel queasy from time to time well into the second trimester.
How can you manage it?
Munch a few crackers before getting up in the morning.
Eat several small meals a day so that your stomach is never empty.
Avoid anything that causes nausea.
Drink plenty of liquids, especially if you’ve been vomiting. Try crushed ice, fruit juice or frozen ice pops if water upsets your stomach.
Try wearing a motion sickness band, which may relieve nausea by pressing on an acupressure point inside the wrist.
Suck on hard candy.
Try ginger, which has proved effective in combating morning sickness. Some ways to consume the spice include ginger soda or tea, gingersnaps or ginger in capsule form.
Mood swings
How common are they?
How can you manage it?
Munch a few crackers before getting up in the morning.
Eat several small meals a day so that your stomach is never empty.
Avoid anything that causes nausea.
Drink plenty of liquids, especially if you’ve been vomiting. Try crushed ice, fruit juice or frozen ice pops if water upsets your stomach.
Try wearing a motion sickness band, which may relieve nausea by pressing on an acupressure point inside the wrist.
Suck on hard candy.
Try ginger, which has proved effective in combating morning sickness. Some ways to consume the spice include ginger soda or tea, gingersnaps or ginger in capsule form.
Mood swings
How common are they?
Although the incidence of mood swings is unknown, some women in the first trimester and again in the weeks before delivery may experience emotional fluctuations ranging from exhilaration and joy to irritation and depression.
What causes them?
What causes them?
Nagging discomforts, hormonal changes and understandable anxiety about the future may all contribute to sudden shifts in your mood. You may feel better if you remind yourself that powerful emotions are normal and healthy. Simply recognizing that you’re unusually moody can help you and those around you weather the storms.
How long do they last?
How long do they last?
Mood swings may occur at any time during pregnancy. If you’ve typically experienced premenstrual syndrome, you may have more extreme mood swings when you’re pregnant.
How can you manage them?
Eat regular meals and snacks that include a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains.
Get plenty of sleep.
Rely on your network of family and friends for support, but if you feel overwhelmed, contact your physician.
Try relaxation techniques such as meditation, guided mental imagery and progressive muscle relaxation.
How can you manage them?
Eat regular meals and snacks that include a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains.
Get plenty of sleep.
Rely on your network of family and friends for support, but if you feel overwhelmed, contact your physician.
Try relaxation techniques such as meditation, guided mental imagery and progressive muscle relaxation.
to be continued....
No comments:
Post a Comment