Talk to the baby. Yes it’s amazing but the baby listen what you talk with. Mother can communicate with the baby in womb. Put your hand on your tummy and tell something like talking a normal baby. The baby will listen to it. Though will not respond in early stage but after sixth month, will respond too. You can feel movement. Talking with father of the baby or other family members will also give a good result. The baby in the womb, learn to recognize different voices and after birth, being familiar with different voices, will not feel difficulty in adjusting. Thus senses of voice will develop even before birth.

Mother sings lullaby for baby. But lullaby can affect an unborn baby too. Feeling of a lullaby reaches to the baby in womb. Father of the baby and other family members can also help in teaching the unborn baby. Read out some moral stories, children stories, comics in animated voice, to the mother. Father should spend some joyful moments talking with the mother of the baby. How the mother feels or thinks affect the developing senses of the baby. That’s why a pregnant lady is always suggested to feel good, positive and be cheerful. It will be foundation for the feeling of love and security.

Music is a proven stimulation. Make environment as if to teach a baby, calm quiet and clear. Sit down either on chair or on bed, where feel comfortable, and play a soft and melodious music near your stomach, you can feel stimuli, the baby will start moving around. Apart from these the baby will be familiar to domestic noises naturally. Like- sound of utensils, call bell, mixer, fan, cycle, car etc will make outside environment familiar to the baby in womb.

Light also affects baby in the womb. Put the light on, the baby inside will start crawling as if responding to it.

The  next  thing  which affect the baby in womb is flavor or fragrance. Incense stick or room spray of hard flavor should not be used when you are pregnant. The baby in the womb likes Light room spray, flavors of fresh flowers.

Pungent or hard smell of food item affects the baby. The flavor or taste of different food items which the mother has consumed reaches the baby through amniotic fluid. The baby tastes the amniotic fluid. So as many varieties of food item the mother will take, the baby will be familiar to it. But avoid strictly consuming alcohol and smoking, even passive smoking.

In this way we can help in developing the senses of baby in the womb.

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• Chicken eggs and meat carry bacteria called salmonella so do not consume raw eggs or food stuff which contains raw eggs. Chicken liver can be infected with salmonella so do not eat it. All cooking utensils, knives, ladles and cutting board exposed to raw chicken and raw eggs must be washed thoroughly. Salmonella causes severe diarrhoea and it can cause a miscarriage.

• Raw meat like sushi should not be eaten at all. It can have E-coli and toxoplasmosis, a parasite. Both can cause severe infection in both mother and baby. Also to be avoided are undercooked meats like smoked meats. Partial cooking does not destroy bacteria and they attack the host once they are ingested.

• Sea food such as shell fish and shark, and other fish like tuna contain high levels of mercury. Some fish are exposed to industrial pollutants as they are sometimes disposed off into rivers. These factors can cause damage to nerves and brain of the growing foetus.

• Milk and milk products can also be contaminated so drink only pasteurised milk and use products made from pasteurised milk. Untreated milk and cheeses, especially soft cheeses, can contain bacteria named listeria. In adults it produces only flu like symptoms but it can travel through the placenta and infect the foetus. This can cause blood poisoning, miscarriage or premature birth.

Unsafe vegetarian foods for pregnant women to be avoided are:

• In early pregnancy papaya, especially if it is raw, can cause bleeding to an enzyme it contains. To be on the safe side eat other fruit, leaving out papaya.

• Totally abstain from alcohol. Children of mothers who drink suffer from abnormalities and behavioural problems. Even beverages with partial alcohol content should be avoided.

• The intake of coffee and tea and other caffeine containing beverages like soda should be restricted. Too much caffeine may induce miscarriage. Caffeine reduces the absorption of iron so mothers who drink a lot of coffee have less healthy children whose weight is below normal.

• All vegetables should be washed properly especially those used in salad which are eaten raw as they have toxoplasmosis.

It is best not to take any risk and wait till the child is born before consuming these foods, even if you are very fond of them.

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Unfortunately, only a very small percentage of the pregnancies are planned. Except for some educated women living in cities the couple do plan pregnancy, in other cases it is a matter of chance and there is no occasion to get prior checking by a doctor. If one of you were infected with chicken pox or German measles you need immunization before pregnancy. The doctor will note down the history of effect of drugs on you, hereditary problems if faced, diseases contracted recently and allergic reaction of drugs and suggest medicines and checks necessary.

In addition to booking time with a gynaecologist, you will need to fix up time with a dentist. It is a known fact that due to hormonal changes lots of dental problems are faced by women and in some cases bleeding of gums continues for quite some time. The dentist will be able to examine your gums and teeth and will suggest some medicines which should be taken before pregnancy. As for the safety of the developing child it is often not advisable to take any unnecessary medicine once pregnant.

As a result of improved medical attention being received by women prior to pregnancy and child birth, mortality rate of both the mother and child has gone down considerably. Women, who follow the advice of doctors, give birth to a healthy child.

When you go to the doctor she will conduct physical examination and may even ask you to get x-ray and blood tests done to ensure that everything is normal.  If normal, she will give you a go ahead and you can start thinking and working in the direction of getting pregnant. The doctor will normally check for:

• Some infectious diseases if contracted by you recently, which can result in improper development of foetus.
• She will examine for hepatitis and HIV caused by viruses.
• Check for genetic disorders, if any, faced by your mother or other ladies in the family and the cases of still birth if any reported in family.
• From blood test she will be able to find vitamin or mineral deficiencies and suggest oral substitutes.
• Doctor will do physical examination of your reproductive organs, both inner and outer, to ascertain that everything is normal.

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Following are some important tips for pregnant working women to avoid any health related problem in office:

1. You should be seated in a comfortable position. Arrange for a low stool or chair to elevate your feet. Sit straight on the chair which should be neither too low nor high. The back rest should support your spine. If your job requires long hours of sitting, stand or walk about for a minute or so every two hours. This will get the circulation going.

2. Pack a few healthy snacks like fruit and nuts. In early pregnancy whenever you suffer from nausea, a pear will be helpful. In the latter part of pregnancy you may get heart burn as your baby pushes your organs. A banana will give you relief. If you eat too many fried snacks, they will cause acidity, so snack on nutritious things which are not too high in calories.

3. Along with snacks, have something to drink. Plain water is the best. Try to drink about eight glasses of water per day but for variety you can have fruit juice or milk. The thing to remember is that your drinks should not be high in sugar content as these empty calories will cause undue weight gain.

4. Wear comfortable clothes to work. As your stomach grows, replace your old clothes with maternity clothes. These have pleats in front to accommodate the stomach as it increases in dimension. They do not stretch to cross your body in an uncomfortable manner, nor do they make your stomach prominent rather they camouflage it by clever designing.

5. Do not wear synthetic clothes which do not allow your skin to breathe. Your body temperature tends to increase during pregnancy and such clothes will make you uncomfortable.

6. The mid day meal should be filling and nutritious to give you energy to do your work. It should not be so heavy that you feel drowsy. Avoid overly spicy and sour foods. Remember to drink something after your meal to wash it down.

7. When you feel tired, lie down for a while, even if it is for fifteen minutes. If possible, take a short nap.

There is no need to feel depressed or cross. Embrace the changes that are taking place in your life and adjust accordingly. A few changes here and there will make you more comfortable and you will be able to work well at the office.

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Vitamins provide energy and vital inputs to the body which are necessary for proper development of the child. Without these it is difficult to think of the proper development of the child. Vitamins are produced by the body from the food we eat and minerals are absorbed by the body from the food we eat. These nutrients can also be supplied to the body by oral supplements in the form of pills.

Because of this reason, doctors advise a monthly visit to the clinic for check up and blood and other tests are got done on quarterly basis. Based on these tests the doctors are able to ascertain the deficiency, if any, in the body of the woman and she is suggested alteration in the diet plan or certain tablets mainly containing vitamins and minerals are prescribed.

The best prenatal Vitamins during pregnancy are:

Vitamin A is found in spinach, pumpkin, papaya, mangoes and in beef liver. This is essential for development of the foetus. Excess or deficiency of this vitamin may result in birth defects in the child.

Vitamin B is comprised of a group of vitamins. These vitamins for maximum benefit are given as a group. Generally doctors prescribe tablets of Vitamin B complex. Vitamin B6 aids development of the nervous system of the baby. It helps prevent morning sickness and flow of proteins in the urine of the mother. It also controls blood pressure. Similarly Vitamin B9 helps to prevent premature birth. It also helps prevent birth defects in the spinal cord. This vitamin is an agent to prevent development of cancer in the child.

Vitamin C helps develops immune system and reduces the chances of contracting infections and diseases both by the mother and child. It also prevents development of conditions of gestational diabetes. This is found in abundance in citrus fruits and cabbage, cauliflower etc.

Vitamin D helps prevent birth defects in the child. In case of deficiency of this vitamin the child may suffer from problem of teeth, he may have unhealthy bones and may have rickets. Mushrooms, fish lever oil and nuts are a rich source of this vitamin and should be included in the diet of the mother.

In addition to vitamins for healthy development, both mother and the child require calcium, iron, DHA and other minerals. The doctors will suggest that you should consume natural products like fruits, vegetables, milk and nuts and also suggest supplements so there is no deficiency due to inadequate supply of these.

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According to researchers, stress during pregnancy effect on baby in the womb on emotional and physical health may be greater than the genetic effect of the parents. Earlier it was considered that the babies born to the mothers who consume excess of caffeine, alcohol or smoke too much are likely to suffer from birth defects. According to researchers, the children born to the mothers who live in stress during pregnancy or faced some trauma are likely to suffer from birth defects which are likely to continue till adulthood or even later.

In case we are under stress our body releases excess of a hormone called cortisol. In case of occasional stress this hormone does not cause a major problem but in case of your living in the condition of continuous stress, the quantity of this hormone released will become excessive and your body will not be able to bear it. Cortisol is a cause of high blood pressure. In case the mother is releasing excessive cortisol, it will reach the developing child in the womb and raise the blood pressure point of the child for his full life. In adulthood the baby will suffer from blood pressure problem.

Many mothers are faced with extremely stressful conditions during pregnancy. These may be due to fear of losing the job or break up of marriage, physical or emotional abuse or due to uninvolved partner. These mothers live in constant stress and face depression during and even after the pregnancy. The babies born to these women suffer from exposure to stress related hormones, toxins and malnutrition inside the womb. Such babies may, in their life, become hyperactive, under active or may suffer from ADD disease. Often these children are treated with anti depressing medicines.

A stressed mother during pregnancy is also likely to lead to the child developing problems of coordination of ears, feet and fingers. Such children have lower level of I.Q and will lag in studies during their life. The brain system remains under developed resulting in low memory of the child.

It is true that we all want happy babies who will grow up to be happy children and later happy adults. It is essential that the family of the expecting mother takes proper care and keeps her in happy state of mind away from stress so that a healthy child is born in the family.

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As a general rule there is no need for you to hide your belly but you should not wear something stitched in a way that it makes it look huge. Properly cut wrap dresses are preferred by pregnant women and even celebrities and models wear them. The dress should be designed with a lot of lycra and frill.

Some of the ideas for party dresses for pregnant women are:

• Prefer to wear dresses with removable layers. During pregnancy the metabolic rate increases considerably and the body is converting food into energy at a faster pace. This may be a cause of hot flushes. If you have layered clothes you can remove some and when ever needed and can put them on.

• Try to show off the parts of the body you are proud of. If your shoulders are great, wear sleeveless dresses. Similarly if you have beautiful legs you can show them off by wearing dresses which end at the knees.

• If you are not too high you can go in for midi sized dresses. Avoid long dresses going to your feet.

• While selecting the dresses for party wear, ensure to estimate the further increase your belly size during the remaining period of pregnancy. Even if you have reached the maximum anticipated size, buy dresses which are still loose to make you feel comfortable.

• Dresses with lots of laces and properly selected and placed motifs and other decorative items like flowers will make you look more elegant.

• When pregnant, swelling of your feet is inevitable. The hormonal changes in your body are a cause of this change. After delivery things will go back to the original size. You will need to invest in shoes. Do not go in for very expensive shoes matching with your dress. Go in for flat slip on shoes. These can be used by you subsequently after delivery in cold weather wearing thick socks.

• Your bra should not be too tight or too loose. A very loose bra will make your figure look sick and worn out.

There should be no reason for you not to look glamorous. Selecting proper clothes with proper color and design will make you look better than even when you were not pregnant.

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Over all effect of caffeine during pregnancy is negative. Doctors are of the opinion that intake of 200 mg of caffeine per day, which is equal to about 12 cups of coffee, can be a cause of miscarriage. Though some will argue on the quantity but it is always better to err on the side of caution. In case you decide to cut down caffeine intake to a minimum, you will not hear any objections from your doctor.

In addition to caffeine being a cause of miscarriage, it is an admitted fact that caffeine causes the blood vessels to contract. This may result in reduction of flow of blood to placenta. The caffeine you consume may also reach your baby through placenta and it may reduce its development. The women consuming excess of caffeine can end up giving birth to a still born child.

There are many other side effects of caffeine in pregnancy. It results in increased heart beat rate. It is quite normal that the blood pressure of the mother tends to increase during late pregnancy and increased heart rate due to caffeine may result in other medical complications. Excess supply of caffeine to the child through placenta can also increase the heart beat of your child. He may become hyper active and not have normal sleep pattern after birth.

Tea and coffee are rich sources of caffeine and also contain phenol, a compound which makes it difficult for the body to absorb iron. Generally pregnant women are low on iron and caffeine adds to their problem by further reducing absorption both from food and food supplements.

In addition to tea and coffee, caffeine is found in sufficient quantity in cola drinks, energy drinks, chocolate and ice creams rich in coffee. It is also found in over the counter drugs for headache and cold. Due to this reason, pregnant women are always advised against taking these medicines.

Often working women are addicted to coffee or tea. During these times mostly all people are addicted to morning tea and it becomes difficult to leave this habit at one stroke. Mostly the habit of morning tea or coffee gets reduced automatically when morning sickness starts. Still, if you crave for your cup of morning tea you can go in for decaffeinated tea.

In case you are addicted to caffeinated soda drinks you may find it difficult to quit them easily. A lot of effort will be needed, you may start mixing decaffeinated drinks with them to reduce caffeine intake. Similarly, while making tea, reduce the time you dip tea bag in tea cup to one minute. You will save on caffeine and still enjoy your beverage.

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It is a fact that with pregnancy the milk ducts start to develop in the breasts of the mother to be. Consequently there is marked increase in the size of the breasts. In normal cases the breast weight goes up by about fifty percent. There is also a marked change in the size and shape of nipples and the area around the nipples called areola becomes darker. When the pregnancy is about to complete you can notice certain oil producing glands clearly. These produce oil to protect and provide lubrication to the nipples of the breastfeeding mother.

Often women do not take proper care of the breast and nipples. It is essential that, starting with early pregnancy, proper care should be taken of the breasts, so that you are able to properly feed your child after birth and the breasts do not get deformed and retain shape. To take proper breast care you need to keep in mind the following:

Massage of the breasts is the most important breast care step as it is necessary to increase blood circulation in the breast muscles. For massage you may use pure coconut oil.

Clean your breasts by rubbing them with a towel dipped in warm water. Applying some oil on your fingers using both hands, gently massage the breasts first in the clockwise direction and then in the anti clockwise direction. Thereafter, starting from the back side, massage towards the nipples. Ensure that sufficient oil is applied on the breasts. Then clean your nipples using a towel and apply some oil on them. After some time take normal bath and clean using some mild soap. This will ensure to restore the normal shape of breasts after you stop breast feeding your child and they will remain firm. Nipples must also be cleaned properly to avoid any itchiness, rash or pain.

Doctors do recommend some exercise during pregnancy. This routine is necessary to be followed for safer and easier delivery. Yogic exercises are also recommended during pregnancy, provided you can get a trained yoga teacher. Your yoga teacher can also suggest exercises to firm up the breast region and pectoral muscles. This stimulates production of milk.

The next most important thing is selection of your bra. As the breast size increases considerably, you need a bra which will support your breasts. The bra should be made of cotton so that it can absorb any discharge from nipples. It should not be tight and should not hinder development of glands in the breasts. In case it is loose, your breasts will lose shape and you will give a feeling of being sick.

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A mother has to maintain a balance between the health of the child and her sexual desires. It is also essential to maintain a gap between two children if the parents have decided to have another child. A large number of birth control methods are available and your doctor is the best person to suggest which is best in your case.

During the first six months of the birth of the child, when the baby is exclusively on the mother’s milk, and has not started taking other food, and the mother has not started having normal periods she is protected about 95% from developing pregnancy. Normally, in case of breast feeding mothers, 56 days after postpartum there is only 2% risk of pregnancy. Once the breast feeding cycle gets elongated due to the baby eating other supplemental food, the natural contraceptive protection of the body decreases and other methods should be considered.

Special pills are used for contraception while breastfeeding or nursing baby. These pills are generally hormone based pills. There is always a likely hood that by taking birth control pills the supply of milk for the child may decrease. Pills that contain progestin, often called mini pills, are quite effective, provided they are taken at a fixed time of the day. These can be taken in the morning or at night time. These pills are safe while nursing your child. Some progestin does reach the child through milk but it does not have a harmful effect on him. In some cases this hormonal pill may result in increase or decrease of mother’s milk. However, the mother may face the problem of irregular bleeding or spotting after taking this pill.

Another birth control method safe during breast feeding is getting an implant. A number of types of implants are available in the market. The best that will be suited to you according to your requirement will be suggested by your doctor. These vaginal implants are almost fully safe and do not have any side effects. Once you decide to go in for another child, these can be removed without any complication. Your fertility and sex desire is not suppressed by these implants. Rather you are mentally sure of there being no chance of pregnancy and you enjoy your sex life better and fuller.

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