In 2006, according to the Guttmacher Institute, 750,000 females under the age of 20 became pregnant. This represents about seven percent of young girls in the United States between the ages of fifteen and nineteen. California, Texas and New York...
Pregnant teens face more health risks and dangers than older women who become pregnant. As a result, their unborn babies have an increased risk for health complications as well. It is important for sexually active teens to be aware of these...
Doctors don't know if it's the crazy mood swings caused by changing emotions, the change in blood pressure levels or a variety of factors, but most women with epilepsy experience a change in the frequency of seizures. The number increases for...
Smoking and pregnancy should not mix. Unfortunately, at least 10 percent of women smoke while pregnant, according to a 2006 study published in "National Vital Statistics Reports." A baby exposed to smoke in utero is at risk for many different...
Few women would force a baby to smoke a cigarette, but that is essentially what a pregnant woman does when she smokes. The medical advisory board for the popular parenting website BabyCenter.com states that smoking may be the number-one cause of...
Smoking while pregnant is very detrimental to the health of the developing baby, according to the National Toxicology Program of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In its findings, the program cites the American Lung Association,...
For most women, staying active during their pregnancy is an effective means of controlling their weight, maintaining their energy levels and elevating their moods. However, activities such as volleyball that carry a risk of collisions and contact...
Exercising during pregnancy can help you feel more energized, prepare you for childbirth and even make it easier for you to lose the pregnancy weight after you give birth. But because of the delicate nature of your body during pregnancy, there are...
Weight gain is an inevitable and necessary part of pregnancy. But if you're starting out overweight or obese, you may worry about gaining more weight and are consider starting an exercise program. Obesity increases your risk for complications in...
Pregnancy is a time when good nutrition is critical, with the foods in your diet nourishing both you and your growing baby. Pregnancy is also a time when food safety and proper food handling are very important. During pregnancy, a woman's immune...
Smoking while pregnant is harmful to you and your baby. There is no known "safe" number of cigarettes that a woman can smoke while pregnant without causing damage. The risks increase with every cigarette smoked. Therefore, it may not be enough to...
When you're pregnant, you must scrutinize everything you put in your body, including your morning cup of coffee. If you're a die-hard caffeine addict, you'll be happy to know that you don't have to totally give it up. While it's best to avoid the...
Because of a higher blood volume when you are pregnant, you need more iron to ensure the healthy growth of your fetus and avoid iron deficiency anemia that can cause preterm delivery and low birth weight. Infants need iron to grow and develop...
Inappropriate amounts of calcium during pregnancy may be bad for both you and the baby, but excess calcium can also lead to dire consequences. The Food and Nutrition Board at the National Academies recommends a tolerance upper intake level, or UL,...
Corn silk is formed by the stigmas from the female flowers of the corn plant. It is the "beard" that accompanies a cob of corn before it is peeled. Traditionally, corn silk has been used as a diuretic to eliminate excess water and relieve...
If you are pregnant, you should speak to your doctor about adjusting your current medications and supplements. For instance, if you take a vitamin K supplement that includes aspirin, you might need to avoid it due to its potential for fetal and...
Headaches can cause pain and inconvenience, so it makes sense that you might want to get rid of one quickly. Although over-the-counter pain relievers are widely available and prescription headache medicines offer extra strength relief, these...
Back pain is a common ailment during pregnancy. The American Pregnancy Association reports that 50 to 70 percent of women experience some form of back pain during pregnancy. Although this type of pain can occur at any point during your pregnancy,...
When you are pregnant you have to be careful about what kinds of medications and herbal supplements you take. Even compounds that are normally safe can potentially be dangerous for your baby and increase the risk of pregnancy complications or...
Painting during pregnancy is not recommended, because the exact effects of the paint fumes are not well-understood by doctors and scientists. Different types of paint pose different risks to pregnant women. According to Baby Center, latex or...
Teen pregnancy is life changing. While most teen pregnancies are unplanned, even a planned pregnancy has risks and potential complications. While teen pregnancy rates have declined over the past 10 years, 22 of 1000 high school students still get...
Fifth disease is a viral illness caused by the human strain of parvovirus B19. This illness is commonly recognized as a childhood disease; however, adults can also contract the virus. Fifth disease is highly contagious through contact with saliva...
Many women who take antidepressants for depression are concerned when they become pregnant, and rightfully so. Taking antidepressants during pregnancy may cause risks to the baby, but so does stopping the antidepressants. This situation is one...
The hibiscus flower, Hibiscus sabdariffa, can be grown in ornamental and medicinal gardens. Tea made from the flowers, served hot or cold, turns red and imparts a cranberry-like flavor and aroma. Although hibiscus tea is considered mild for the...
Some women who struggle with a mood disorder such as bipolar disorder want to have children or become pregnant unexpectedly. When a woman with bipolar disorder becomes pregnant or plans on becoming pregnant, she should consult her therapist and...
Rosehip oil is extracted from the fruit seeds of the wild rose bush plant called Rosa affinis rubiginosa. Most rosehip oil extracts are derived from the wild plants grown in the southern Andean Mountains, in Chile and Argentina. Rosehip oil is...
Although many individuals perceive massage as a luxury item and not a therapy, this form of treatment can be highly effective in resolving health challenges such as stress. Using massage therapy for stress involves the work of a trained...
Echinacea has traditionally been prescribed for the treatment of various infections like the common cold and influenza because it may help boost the strength of the immune system, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative...
Damiana is a common medicinal herb used in Mexico to treat different types of sexual dysfunction in both men and women. Damiana has also been used to treat asthma and other respiratory ailments, digestive problems and depression. Little scientific...
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