Thursday 1900
Pat Travers
7 pm start for first timers. 7.15 after that.
Aquanatal classes near Sheffield
Hillsborough Leisure Centre, Beulah Rd Sheffield S6 2AN UK
Calcium is considered an important nutrition in a women’s life. It is needed more once she is pregnant. Calcium helps build the bones, teeth, and skeleton of the baby. It also helps develop baby’s strong heart and muscles etc. The expected calcium intake in an adult is around 1000 mg daily. In pregnancy, it should go up to around 1400 mg daily. If mother is not getting enough calcium, the baby will take it from mother’s bones. Even mother’s body is producing more calcium during this phase to protect her and her baby. If you are not getting enough calcium from your diet, ask your doctor to give you calcium supplements. Food that provides enough calcium Milk: Milk has high source of calcium. It is good to have two glasses of milk every day to ensure that your calcium is up to the mark. However, with age people stop drinking or liking the milk. In case you are one of them, you should consider including milk in smoothies, soups, cereals etc. Yogurt: Yogurt is another best option to have during pregnancy. It is not only rich in calcium but is also many people’s favourite. Add one to two bowls of […]
What is Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)? Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is a condition when a non-diabetic woman get diabetes during her pregnancy. Though it can happen during any time of your pregnancy but is more common during your second trimester. It is not dangerous if diagnosed on time and well treated. This can eliminate any risk that can occur during or after the birth of your baby. What are the causes of Gestational Diabetes? There are no specific causes of this condition. Any woman can get it during her pregnancy but women with below conditions are at higher risk: 1- If you are more than 35 years of age. 2- If you have any family history of diabetes. 3- If your previous baby had a higher weight (usually more than 4.5 kgs). 4- If you are overweight. 5- If you were diagnosed to have gestational diabetes during your previous pregnancy. 6- If your family origins are from south Asia, Africa, China, or Middle Eastern. What are the symptoms of Gestational Diabetes? Usually it does not have any major symptoms but some of the few things that might be faced are: 1- Increased Thirst 2- Increased Urination 3- Fatigue, Nausea, Tiredness 4- […]
What is Epidural? An Epidural is an anesthesia used for pain relief during labor. It is an injection in which the medicines are delivered through a catheter (a narrow plastic tube) into the epidural space just outside the spinal cord and spinal fluid. What does Epidural procedure involve? An epidural is done by a special doctor anesthesiologist. You may be asked to arch or curve your lower back while sitting or lying. After cleaning the lower back, the doctor will inject with medicines. Using a guided needle, the catheter is inserted into the epidural space outside the spine. The needle is then removed and catheter is placed throughout the labor. It is used inject any medicines for pain relief as needed. What are the Benefits of Epidural? An epidural is an effective pain relief. It has less side effects. It can be used in both vaginal delivery and c-section. It can be used throughout the labor. Most women feels no pain after Epidural. It is a local anesthesia and will not make you sleepy. Will it Affect my Baby? An epidural is a safe procedure which does not affect your baby. What are the Side Effects of Epidural? For a […]