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"Baby brain"? The truth about forgetfulness in pregnancy
By Elaine Marks on 24/03/2011 15:35:35
Feeling absentminded? It could be your “baby brain” at work during pregnancy. But is there really any science behind it?
that mums-to-be, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy really are having trouble with their short-term memory. But don’t panic, it’s only temporary!What causes “pregnancy brain”?Pregnancy brain, nappy brain, mumnesia – whatever you like to call
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Low calorie diets in early pregnancy can affect your baby’s brain
By Susie Boone on 19/01/2011 11:18:56
Pregnant women warned slimming can damage their baby’s intelligence
New scientific research from the University of Texas shows that a poor diet during the first half of pregnancy can harm the development of a baby’s brain. This could potentially lower IQ and lead to behavioural problems.Admittedly, the research
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Baby brain makes you a better mother
By Daniella Delaney on 23/12/2011 10:17:55
New research suggests your brain changes in pregnancy to make you more sensitive to your newborn
at Chapman University, California reckons women's brains change during pregnancy so that they are better able to concentrate on their newborn's needs after the birth. Because of this, women become less focused on other things, such as where they left
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Eat your fish!
By Laura Lee Davies on 21/02/2006 01:18:29
Eating fish during pregnancy can improve fetal brain development, a Harvard study claims.
Eating fish during your pregnancy can enhance fetal brain development.In a study, the babies of mothers who ate fish regularly showed signs of having better memories and levels of concentration than other infants.However, babies of mothers who had
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Baby brain does exist for pregnant women
By Susie Boone on 23/03/2010 06:23:49
First scientists said it didn’t, now they’re saying pregnancy does make you, um, forgetful
in levels that you get during pregnancy, which may affect the areas of the brain responsible for creating memories.Earlier this year, Australian researchers claimed that ‘baby brain’ and pregnancy ditziness was just a figment of imagination and that mums
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How your pregnant bump loves your unborn baby
By Liz Stansfield on 11/11/2010 11:30:40
Find out the reassuring ways your growing bump is helping your baby to form and develop from the moment you conceive
Your bump looks after your babyIf you’re reading this with a growing baby bump, your body will be working overtime to produce your unborn baby within. But what’s going on in there? From keeping her warm at night, to developing millions of brain
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Fish oils in pregnancy may prevent early birth
By Kimberley Smith on 20/10/2010 12:31:00
Fish oils found to have no impact on brain function of baby (or mum-to-be!) but may reduce premature births
Fish oil supplements in pregnancy may help babies reach fullterm, according to new findings. However, the research suggests that fish oil has no effect on your mood or your unborn baby’s development.The study of 2,000 women in Australia found
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What you eat shapes your baby’s sense of smell-in the womb!
By Liz Stansfield on 02/12/2010 12:35:07
Scientists say what a mum-to-be eats determines a new baby’s smelling system
Your baby’s sense of smell is shaped by what you eat or drink during pregnancy, scientists have found, reports the Telegraph. Researchers at Colorado University in the States carried out a study on mice. They foundexposure to certain odours while
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Watch your unborn baby grow - 2nd Trimester
By Tessa Watkins on 04/05/2010 16:06:59
By this point, your baby will have all of his essential parts and will start to move around in the womb - so watch out for those kicks!
The Second TrimesterWelcome to the start of your second trimester! This is the time of greatest activity for your baby – he can bend, stretch, twist, kick, leap, flex and make very complex movements with his hands.* Remember, all pregnancies
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Advertorial: Banish baby brain
By Healthspan on 18/08/2011 10:30:33
How Omega 3 can help mum and baby throughout pregnancy
This is a promotional feature brought to you by HealthspanOmega 3 is a brain-boosting fish oil that helps improve memory and concentration. But there are other benefits for mother and baby before and during pregnancyWe’ve all heard the saying ‘baby
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