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Obesity in pregnancy
Six months pregnant Jenny Wright recently caused controversy whilst out jogging in her local park. Critics claimed that such strenuous exercise is selfish and reckless and accused her of putting her vanity before her unborn child. But Jenny, the wife of a fitness instructor, argued that at least 30 minutes of brisk exercise a day…
Glossary of pregnancy terms: B
Baby blues A short period of mild depression, the ‘baby blues’ which affect almost half of all mothers in the first few days after birth. BP or bp Blood pressure. Braxton Hicks contractions Braxton Hicks contractions are irregular tightenings of the uterus. Some people call them ‘practice contractions’. Breech presentation The baby enters the birth…
Glossary of pregnancy terms: P
Pelvic floor The sling of muscles that forms the soft tissue base to the bony pelvis. These muscles are stretched by childbirth and need to be exercised regularly both during and after pregnancy to improve their tone. . Perineal block A local anaesthetic given before an episiotomy is carried out. Perineum The triangular area of skin…
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Honey may aid conception
Known as the Nectar of the Gods, honey has long been held in esteem for its medicinal and antiviral properties but, according to at least one beekeeper and several researchers around the world, it is also of great benefit for people struggling to conceive. Who put the honey in honeymoon?! Have you ever wondered just where this word…
Postnatal Depression after having twins or multiples – what helps?
Women who are diagnosed with postnatal depression after having twins or multiples are often relieved to find there is an explanation for their feelings. Sharing your emotions and accepting you need help is the first stage towards feeling better. Apart from talking and medical treatments, there are a number of practical things you can do to help care for…
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Struggling with antenatal depression
Delphi Ellis, founder of www.depression-in-pregnancy.org.uk tells of her struggle with antenatal depression and how it sparked a mission to help other women in the same situation. A little about me My first child, a healthy baby girl, was delivered by Caesarian after a very stressful labour. I was 20 years old. My second pregnancy, several years later, ended in…
Postnatal depression: help from partners and friends
Practical help from partners and friends Look after the babies, for example take them out for a walk in the buggy so your partner can have half an hour to herself. Play with them while she has a shower/ bath or gets dressed. Help with the baby-related chores, especially towards the end of the day…
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Care after a caesarean
It is important for you to have excellent pain relief for the first few days after your operation. This may mean: Topping up the epidural that was used for the Caesarean Injections of strong drugs such as pethidine, omnopon or diamorphine Voltarol suppositories which are absorbed through the back passage to give very good pain relief Don’t…
Postnatal Depression
Unfortunately you will not be able to predict how you will feel after the birth of your baby. All you can do is consider the possibility that you may suffer from postnatal depression or illness. There are so many factors to consider, such as the type of birth you had, the care you received, the…
Postnatal Depression Resources
We have a list of organisations that can help with postnatal depression, muitple births, family support and relationship guidance. Courtesy of Tamba – www.tamba.org.uk
