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Cord blood-what you should know before giving birth
Two lines on a pregnancy test is the beginning of one of the most beautiful adventures of your life. Wanting to prepare yourself as well as possible for being a mom, you are exposed to the onslaught of various companies that offer you their products to make your little one's life better. You check reviews about them on the Internet-it's no different with cord blood. But is the Internet a source you should 100% trust?
Christmas diet for pregnant women
Specially for you, we talk to Anna Rozyk - nutritionist, specialist in the field of nutrition. Nutritionist, who gained experience at the European Center for Child and Adult Obesity Treatment and the Department of Gastroenterology and Metabolic Diseases at the Warsaw Medical University Hospital, among others. Since the beginning of his career, he has been involved in the topics of nutrition for children, infants, pregnant and lactating women.
Blood pregnancy test-when to perform?
Blood pregnancy tests examine the exact value of beta- HCG concentration in serum and with high probability can determine the presence or absence of pregnancy. Many couples trying to have a baby do not know when the earliest this test should be performed to give a reliable result. What beta HCG levels are indicative of pregnancy? In which week to perform the test?
Toxoplasmosis in pregnancy – causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention. What effect does this disease have on the fetus?
Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic disease, transmitted mainly by cats. It can be contracted from contact with their feces or after eating raw meat. For the mother-to-be and her baby, it is very dangerous. Underestimating symptoms and abandoning drug therapy can result in pregnancy disruption and even intrauterine fetal death. Treatment of toxoplasmosis offers the chance to give birth to a fully healthy baby.
The 20th week of pregnancy – the baby’s development accelerates
The 20th week of pregnancy is the moment when the baby's development clearly accelerates. Internal organs are already formed - now they are learning to perform their function. The baby's body begins to be covered with fetal ointment, its skin becomes thicker, and its movements become stronger and more intense. See how pregnancy progresses during the 20th. One week of pregnancy.
26 Week of pregnancy – what is happening to the fetus and the body of the future mother?
The 26th week of pregnancy is the time when the mother-to-be feels changes such as the baby's positioning or its increasingly confident and powerful movements. At this stage of pregnancy, Parents feel that there is less and less time left until the birth, so they are already starting to complete the layette and prepare the baby's room.
The 21st week of pregnancy – changes occurring at the beginning of the second half of pregnancy
The halfway point of the pregnancy has passed. W 21. week the mother-to-be still has a lot of energy and willpower. However, the first pregnancy discomforts associated with the change in figure may appear. They are usually relegated to the background, because by this time the first movements of the baby are already felt. Mom and Dad can also find out its gender. See how pregnancy progresses in 21. week.
Week 30 of pregnancy – what is the belly during this period? Baby’s development at 7 months
The thirtieth week of pregnancy means that there are only 10 weeks left until delivery. Many women can't wait for the baby to come into the world, so 3. The trimester is getting very long for them. It is worth spending it on building a bond with your child and relaxing. It is important to listen to the needs of the body, which may need more recovery. See how pregnancy progresses at 30. week.
Week 27 of pregnancy – what happens in the third trimester of pregnancy?
Child in 27. The week of pregnancy is developing dynamically and gaining weight. His limbs are fully developed and he can move them. During this period, the toddler can already hear and recognize mom's voice. Pregnant women may begin to develop stretch marks and a feeling of skin tightness. The beginning of the 7th month is a good time to start putting together a hospital layette for both of you. How does the baby develop during this period of pregnancy? What to pay special attention to? Keep reading to find out!