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Kegel Exercises for Pregnant Women

Kegel Exercises for Pregnant Women

by on 30. Jan, 2012 in Pregnancy

Many women start experiencing problems with bladder control during pregnancy and after delivery. During that time, the pelvic floor can become stretched and weakened, often resulting in urine control problems that can last months or even years after giving birth.

Kegel exercises help strengthen the muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and bowels. By making these muscles stronger during pregnancy, you can develop the ability to relax and control the muscles in preparation for labor and birth. These exercises are also highly recommended during the postpartum period to promote the healing of perineal tissues, increase the strength of the pelvic floor muscles and help these muscles return to a healthy state, and also increase urinary control.

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10commandments

The 10 Commandments of Getting Pregnant

by on 25. Jan, 2012 in Getting Pregnant

If you are trying to get pregnant, check out this terrific infographic created by midwife Hannah Bajor C.N.M., M.S.N. The fact is most people break one or more of these commandments making it so much more difficult than it has to be to conceive. Be sure to follow these 10 commandments to the letter to [...]

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Should you be worried about toxins in your breastmilk?

Should You Be Worried about Toxins in Your Breast Milk?

by on 22. Nov, 2011 in Baby

Breastmilk is best for newborn babies as it provides them with everything they need to grow and be healthy during the first months of their life and beyond. Babies who are breastfed are generally healthier and achieve optimal growth and development compared to those who are fed formula milk.  That’s why it’s scary to even [...]

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Storing breast milk

Storing Breast Milk: Facts About Storing and Freezing Breast Milk

by on 22. Nov, 2011 in Baby

Breastmilk is best for your precious newborn baby, there is no question about that. Not all mothers however have the time to breastfeed their children regularly. Many mothers of today are working women who are out of the home the whole day. So what they do is invest in a breast pump so they can [...]

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Muffin top exercises

Muffin Top Exercises: How to Get Rid of the Muffin Top Tips for Busy Moms

by on 15. Nov, 2011 in Diet and Exercise

Does your muffin top make you feel embarrassed to expose your mid section? You know, that fatty flesh that spills over the waistband of our favorite jeans. Not a desirable look by anyone’s standards. Although many people have it, but for me it really started to show after I had my son. Even though I [...]

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