Pregnancy Journey
Pregnancy can make your immune system weaker than normal, and can increase your risk of getting infections that can be harmful to you and your baby. Simple precautions such as vaccinations are an easy and effective way to protect you both. When trying to get pregnant it is important to check that your vaccinations are up to date, because live vaccines are contraindicated during pregnancy. Killed virus, toxoid or recombinant vaccines can be given during pregnancy. But live and live attenuated vaccines are contraindicated because of the risk of infecting the baby. It is safe to receive routine vaccines right after giving birth, and while breastfeeding.
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Research shows that eating fish during pregnancy is beneficial for the neurodevelopment of the fetus due to its high levels of protein, unsaturated fat, and Omega-3 oils, it is also linked to a decreased risk of preterm birth and low birth weight.
However, consuming fish that have high heavy metal levels (such as mercury) is shown to have negative impacts on the babies’ nervous system.
As long as future moms are selective about the type and amount of seafood they consume, eating fish is considered to be healthy during pregnancy. EPA, CDC and FDA recommend for pregnant women to eat 8 to 12 ounces of low-mercury fish in a week.
You're growing a tiny human inside you - seriously cool, right? But before you dive into onesie shopping and baby name debates, let's talk about something super important: prenatal care. Think of it like a superhero team for your pregnancy,...
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Hey there, fellow parents-to-be! Feeling the excitement bubbling over as you prepare for your little one's grand entrance? Let's talk baby registries, those handy lists that help you snag the essentials (and maybe a few fun surprises) for your new...
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Sleep is essential for both mother and baby during pregnancy, but due to your growing baby bump, it becomes more and more difficult to get comfortable enough to nod off. Here are some tips to help you get better rest while you're expecting.
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