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Aquanatal class near Bristol
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Ultrasound scanning is carried in different stages of pregnancy to check the development of baby. It uses sound waves to create a picture of your baby in your womb. The power of the sound waves is very low so that it is safe for both mother and the baby. No special preparation is required for ultrasound scan. Scans will mostly be carried out by a sonographer. Partner or bystander is usually allowed during scanning. Complications in pregnancy can be detected by ultrasound. Sex of the baby can be determined during the scan but this depends on the policy of the hospital. An ultrasound cannot detect all problems a baby may have. There are two major scans that are done during your pregnancy. Rest all scans depend upon the requirement. Your doctor will advise you if they are required. Sometimes they are carried out during the end of your pregnancy to understand if everything is fine or there is any complication. Your First Ultrasound Scan: When is first ultrasound scan done? First ultrasound scan is done between 8-14 weeks of pregnancy. The first scan is also called dating scan. What you need to know about it? Ultrasound is a painless diagnosis […]
Acidity is caused due to changing hormones during pregnancy. In the later months, it is more due to the increasing size of baby in your womb which is pressing your stomach and causing acidity. It is the most common problem which many women face during their pregnancy. Here are a few useful tips which can help you get the relief you need: Eat small meals rather than three big meals: Eat frequent smaller meals rather than eating three big meals. Avoid over-eating and eat slowly rather than eating faster. Eat healthy: Pregnancy is a time when our taste buds need different types of food. Try to keep your taste buds satisfied by eating healthy food. Junk can only worsen the acidity. Avoid Smoking / Alcohol: Smoking and alcohol can lead to bad effects on your health and worsen your acidity. Avoid them as much as possible. Increase your fluid intake: Try drinking lot of fluids specially water. Fluids will subside the acidity from your body and reduce indigestion. Avoid acidity triggers: You should notice if there is something in your diet that is causing more acidity. In some it is seen that fruit juices, chocolates etc. lead to acidity. Avoid […]
Expecting your first baby? It’s always a good idea to get your knowledge updated on what’s correct or what’s wrong while handling a new baby. Here are a few baby care tips you should be aware of: 1- You should always breastfeed your baby as soon as you both are ready. Most of the midwives help you do that, in the case for any reason they are keeping your baby in a nursery, you should speak to them if you can breastfeed your baby. The first yellowish colostrum is full of nutrition and is very healthy for your baby. 2- As soon as you leave the hospital, you will need a car seat to take your baby. Hospitals won’t allow you to take away your babies without car seats. If you are taking your baby via your own car, buy a car seat or arrange for one. If you are going back home via a taxi, then find out in advance the taxi services which come with a baby car seat. 3- Your baby might get rashes at the beginning on his / her face or the body. It is normal for the baby’s to show up those small red […]