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As we have stated, sports are pregnant is very useful to prepare in a serene way to the happy event, not only physically but also psychologically and that is why today we offer you an useful to do both before after childbirth, namely pilates.

The Pilates method before and after pregnancy is very useful because it helps strengthen the back view of childbirth and after it helps to get back into shape. Pilates is based on the concentration on breathing, and physical exertion is always governed by personal choice, that makes it perfect for pregnant women.

Moreover, the pre-partum pilates classes are designed exactly the expectant mothers to give them the best preparation. In general, pregnant pilates classes begin after the first quarter and may continue for the duration of gestation. Read the rest of this entry »

The first sign of pregnancy and the first reason why most women are pregnant consult a doctor, is the absence of a menstrual cycle.

In a patient who usually regular cycles and is sexually active, the absence of menstruation, continued for 1 week. Is a presumptive sign of pregnancy. You may also notice breast engorgement and nausea, occasionally accompanied by vomiting.

The breast swelling is due to increased levels of estrogen (primarily) and progesterone and is a continuation of premenstrual engorgement. Nausea and vomiting can be caused by human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and estrogen, the syncytial cells of the placenta begin to produce increasing amounts already 10 days after conception. Read the rest of this entry »

Many kinds of childbirth embrace a particular philosophy about pregnancy and childbirth. In the United States, the two most common methods of breathing, relaxation exercises and childbirth are the Lamaze technique and the Bradley method.

The Lamaze technique is the method used in the United States. The Lamaze philosophy holds that birth is normal, natural and healthy, and that women must be empowered through education and support to tackle with confidence. The goal of Lamaze is to explore all the ways that women can find strength and support during labor and delivery.

Classes focus on relaxation techniques, but also encourage the mother to condition her response to pain through training and preparation (this is called psycho). This constraint is designed to teach pregnant mothers constructive responses to pain and stress of labor (for example, controlled breathing patterns) as opposed to counterproductive responses (such as holding your breath or get tense). Read the rest of this entry »

Benefits of attending a class Childbirth

A class of childbirth may provide a space for many questions and help you make informed decisions on key issues related to the birth of their baby. Among the information that you can find classes in childbirth preparation include:

* How your baby is developing
* Healthy development during pregnancy
* Warning signs that tell you that something is wrong
* How to make your pregnancy, labor and delivery more enjoyable
* Breathing and relaxation techniques
* How to draw a plan for delivery
* How to distinguish when you are in labor
* Options for pain relief during labor
* What to expect during labor and delivery
* The role of assistant or partner who will help in the labor

Many classes also address issues related to what to expect after the baby is born, including breastfeeding, baby care and management of emotional changes caused by the new fatherhood. Read the rest of this entry »

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by absolute or relative deficiency of insulin resulting in hyperglycemia. It has been considered a multifactorial disease which involves genetic, immunological and purchase.

The importance of the association between diabetes and pregnancy is the high maternal and perinatal risk involved. Before the discovery of insulin, maternal mortality ranged from 30 to 50% and perinatal mortality from 50 to 60%. Later, with the use of insulin, with the knowledge of the physiological changes of glucose metabolism during pregnancy and the introduction of improved techniques and equipment in the neonatal handling, maternal and perinatal prognosis has changed dramatically.

Thus, at present maternal death from diabetes is exceptional and decreased perinatal mortality ranges from 3 to 6%.
The association of diabetes and pregnancy has a frequency between 1 and 5%, varying in relation to the population analyzed by geographic area and the diagnostic criteria used. This partnership can take two forms:
The National Diabetes Data Group (NDDG) proposed a classification of diabetes mellitus based on etiologic factors, dependence on insulin and other clinical findings. This is classified into four categories: DM type I (insulin dependent), DM type II (insulin independent), DM type III (gestational diabetes) and DM type IV (secondary diabetes).

Alcohol or its metabolite, acetaldheido possesses teratogenic, that alcoholic mothers are manifested in fetal alcohol syndrome. This syndrome is characterized by restriction in infants with pre-or postnatal growth, with involvement in the central nervous system and facial abnormalities (microencephaly, microoftalmia, underdeveloped philtrum, thin upper lip, jaw area apalaneamiento).

There is no clear information regarding the amount of alcohol from which comes the risk of teratogenicity, therefore it is advisable to avoid eating because the characteristics of the syndrome have also been observed in children of mothers with moderate alcohol intake.

In turn caffeine crosses the placenta and although it is unclear the effect on the fetus, systematic studies have linked consumption of more than 150 mg daily with an increased risk of abortions and low birth weight. It is recommended therefore reduce their consumption during pregnancy to less than 200 mg daily. The caffeine content of approximately 100 cm3 is 43 mg for instant coffee, 29 mg in tea and cola 10 mg.