Author
Kinga Żebrowska
Graduate of Warsaw Medical University
Doctor in the course of specialisation in obstetrics and gynaecology. Author of over 500 popular science articles on paediatrics, gynaecology and parenting in the broadest sense.
Co-author of scientific publications.
Completes her specialty training in obstetrics and gynaecology at the 3rd reference level unit at Bielański Hospital in Warsaw.
Apart from everyday work at the hospital and outpatient clinic, when writing articles I try to bring medical issues closer to patients in the most accessible way possible.
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The most common myths about pregnancy
Every mother-to-be encounters many people on her path giving her all sorts of advice. There is nothing wrong with this, as long as these are guidelines that have support in modern science and are not myths that have been repeated for many years. What are the most common pregnancy myths faced by pregnant women? Does a craving for sweet mean that a girl will be born? What about wearing seat belts in the car?
Chickenpox and hemiplegia in pregnancy
Chickenpox and shingles are caused by the same virus. These diseases may be seen by some as diseases of childhood only, but it should be remembered that adults also suffer from them. Women who are pregnant and the developing baby in the uterine cavity are particularly vulnerable to complications from smallpox or herpes zoster. What is the treatment of hemiplegia and smallpox? What could be the consequences of infection during pregnancy?
Rubella in pregnancy-what consequences can it have for the baby?
Rubella is a viral infectious disease transmitted by the droplet route. Its course in most people is mild, especially when mandatory vaccinations are present. Children are most often affected, but adults can also fall ill. Rubella is dangerous in pregnancy and can cause serious complications especially if contracted in the first trimester
Late unbuttoning and cord blood collection. Is it possible?
According to the current practice in Poland , the umbilical cord is cut after its pulse stops. Late unbinding is important to many Parents and for this reason they do not choose z to donate cord blood thinking that late unbinding derails the possibility of banking. What is it really like? What is early and late unclamping and does it have any impact on cord blood collection?
What are pregnant women most often afraid of?
Pregnancy is a special period in every woman's life. However, many moms-to-be have numerous concerns about this different condition. It is perfectly normal that a time filled with happiness and joy in anticipation of the birth of a child also brings uncertainty and fear. Before what is most common?
Allergy in pregnancy
Allergic diseases are a growing condition worldwide. Symptoms of sensitization vary, but in most cases they are bothersome. During pregnancy, a woman's immune system works in a different way than before, so allergy symptoms may then be exacerbated. What is the treatment of allergies during pregnancy? Is allergy related to the incidence of preterm labor?
Swelling during pregnancy
Many pregnant women notice the appearance of swelling around the ankles and general swelling of the body. In most cases, it is related to the physiological changes that occur in a woman's body during pregnancy. However, there are situations in which the appearance of swelling should particularly worry the pregnant woman. What are the causes of swelling in pregnancy?
Exercise in the postpartum period
Physical activity both during pregnancy and after childbirth is very important. Specialists point out that exercises in the puerperium should be carried out under the supervision of a physiotherapist, and you should wait for the approval of your gynecologist for complete freedom of exercise. Find out what exercises are safe in the postpartum period.
Supplements during pregnancy- to take or not to take?
Every mother-to-be wants the course of pregnancy and the development of the baby to proceed under the best possible conditions. For this reason, pregnant women readily turn to various supplements designed for moms-to-be. And not everyone realizes that the composition of these preparations differs, and they often contain substances that are not necessary to take during pregnancy. So what supplements are worth taking during pregnancy?