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Agnieszka Widera
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Magnesium in pregnancy – what are the consequences of its deficiency?
Many moms-to-be wonder whether it is necessary to supplement magnesium during pregnancy. It is worth remembering that a deficiency of this element leads to a number of disorders. It is dangerous for the pregnant woman and her baby. Find out how much magnesium a pregnant woman's body needs.
Stages of pregnancy- how does the baby’s development proceed?
A physiological pregnancy lasts 40 weeks, or 280 days. It is divided into 3 stages-trimesters. Each is unique and characterized by different well-being of the mother-to-be and possible complications. Depending on the stage of pregnancy, the mandatory tests are also different. How does the baby develop in the subsequent trimesters and when is a pregnancy considered to be delivered?
Mushrooms in pregnancy – are they safe?
Many women in the midst of pregnancy certainly wonder how restrictive they should be about their diet during this time. One topic worth discussing is the consumption of mushrooms by mothers-to-be, which are popular especially in autumn and during the holiday season. What are their health benefits and which ones are safe for the pregnant woman?
Morphology in pregnancy-why is it an important test?
According to the organizational standard for perinatal care, every pregnant woman should have a regular blood count. With frequent check-ups, the gynecologist can react in time in case of any deviations from the norm.
Physical activity during pregnancy – just a fad?
In the 21st century, when physical activity is very popular, one might even consider it fashionable, a lot of women getting pregnant wonder whether they should give up visits to the gym or running 5 km 3 times a week during this special period. Spring, on the other hand, is the perfect time to settle what is fact and what is myth regarding practicing (amateur) sports during pregnancy.
Which cosmetic procedures can be used and which not?
How to take care of yourself during pregnancy? Which cosmetic procedures can be used and which not?
Almost every woman, being pregnant, wonders if she can take the same care of her beauty and use beauty treatments as she did before pregnancy. Over the years there have been many myths and legends about it, which are passed down from generation to generation, by mothers, aunts and neighbors. It's time to dissect them and see which of them are actually myths and which have a lot of truth in them.
Pregnancy and the dentist
If you want to know what pregnancy gingivitis is or wonder if you are allowed to go to the dentist during pregnancy, be sure to read what dentist Bartosz Romanchuk advises.
What shoes to wear during pregnancy?
What shoes should you wear during pregnancy to ensure your comfort, convenience and well-being?
The body during pregnancy evolves, you gain weight, and the sweet pounds have to bear down on your feet. Therefore, the choice of maternity closet, it is worth starting precisely with shoes.
Prenatal testing in pregnancy – what do you need to know?
Prenatal testing is for pregnant women only. They are performed to rule out or diagnose fetal malformations even before termination. They are especially advisable if a woman has already given birth to a child with a disability or if there are diagnosed cases of genetically determined diseases in the family. We explain what prenatal tests really are, how they are carried out and whether they pose any risk to the baby or its mother.