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Cholesterol and pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 25/08/2009 01:07:50
Cholesterol plays a vital role in pregnancy, and even those with ongoing raised cholesterol levels should be careful how they control their problem
is essential for healthy fetal development. In fact, some studies have shown a link between low levels of maternal cholesterol in early pregnancy with serious malformation of the fetus' brain, limbs and central nervous system. Avoiding cholesterol
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Herbal medicines in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 22/04/2009 00:39:45
What natural remedies are safe to use when you are expecting?
.Happily, there are natural ways to aid your minor discomforts when you are expecting, aromatherapy for sleep for example, but being health aware is important.What is herbal medicine?The practice of herbal medicine is age-old, but continues to research and develop just
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Antibiotics in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 21/07/2007 01:50:03
Many women believe that it is unwise to take antibiotics in pregnancy. However, there are some forms of the drug which are important in tackling dangerous infections.
be in her system. However, there are medicines during pregnancy that are fine to take. Indeed, some health professionals now believe that drug companies and doctors might be too cautious during pregnancy and be depriving women of medication they could
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Swine Flu Advice for Pregnant Women
By Laura Lee Davies on 20/07/2009 01:09:28
The government has re-issued medical advice for expectant mothers and small children as swine flu continues to claim lives in the UK
develop.During pregnancy your immune system is slightly surpressed (so that you do not have an excessive immune reaction to the baby you are carrying), however the main danger is not that you are more likely to catch swine flu than another person
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Alcohol in Pregnancy: Yes or No?
By Laura Lee Davies on 29/06/2010 02:04:13
Every time one study claims women should cut out drinking, another study suggests a little drink is fine in pregnancy - so what should you do?
.However, is the odd drink now and again acceptable?What is safe drinking in pregnancy?In 2007, the Department of Health released new guidelines about drinking when expecting. Their official line is now that you should have NO units of alcohol per week during pregnancy
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