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Early initiation of breastfeeding is extremely important for establishing successful lactation as well as for providing †Colostrum†(mother’s first milk) to the baby. Ideally, the baby should receive the first breastfed as soon as possible and preferably within half Continue reading Advantages of Breast-feeding
First Signs You Might Be Pregnant Missed menstrual period Nausea Extreme fatigue Frequent urination Tender breasts Headache Heartburn Constipation Spotting Feeling faint If you have any of these pregnancy symptoms, be sure to take an at home test. If it Continue reading Early signs and symptoms of pregnancy
Nutritional superiority of breast milk Modern science and technology has not been able to produce a better food for young infants than mother’s milk. Breastfeeding is the best way to satisfy the nutritional and psychological needs of the baby. Mother’s Continue reading Breastmilk
Pregnancy is a period of great physiological stress for the woman as she is nurturing a growing fetus in her body. Nutritional requirements of the woman increases tremendously during this period as she not only has to nourish herself, but Continue reading Pregnancy and you
Amniotic fluid is the watery liquid surrounding and cushioning a growing fetus within the Amnion.The amnion is a membranous sac which surrounds and protects the embryo. Amniotic fluid accomplishes numerous functions for the fetus, including: Protection from outside injury by Continue reading Amniotic Fluid
The milk secreted after the child birth for the first few days is called “Colostrumâ€. It is yellowish in color and sticky. It is highly nutritious and contains anti-infective substances. Nutritional value: Colostrum is very rich in vitamin A. It Continue reading Colostrum
Placenta is an organ to which the fetus is attached by means of an umbilical cord. It is the life line of fetus. it is an oval spongy structure, 6to 7 inches in diameter and weighs nearly 450 grams. It Continue reading Placenta
Iron needs during pregnancy includes basal iron requirements of the woman and additonal requirements of pregnancy. Increased iron during pregnancy is necessary for : For foetal growth Expansion of maternal tissues including the red cell mass Iron content of placenta Continue reading Pregnancy and iron needs
Pregnancy is a demanding physiological state. .Pregnant woman should eat a variety of foods to make sure that her own nutritional needs as well as those of the growing fetus are met. There is no particular need to modify the Continue reading What to eat when pregnant