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Food poisoning in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 07/08/2008 14:23:47
What are the risks, how should you avoid them and what you should do if you fall ill?
and stillbirth, but there are many different sources of food poisoning out there, and the actual risk depends on what kind of food poisoning you fall prey to, as well as on the stage of your pregnancy and your general health. In most cases you can suffer a bout
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Recreational drug use in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 14/08/2008 15:00:28
What are the risks posed to a developing baby by drug use in pregnancy, and what should you do if you have an illicit drug habit?
shown the use of many illicit drugs to be associated with an increased risk of developmental problems and abnormalities, premature birth and even miscarriage and stillbirth. However, studies also show the importance of high-quality prenatal care
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Raw foods in pregnancy
By Maria Muennich on 28/05/2009 02:15:58
Sushi and rare steaks - what's the low-down on raw foods in pregnancy?
form of food poisoning to which pregnant women are more susceptible. Caused by Listeria monocytogenes bacteria, it can make an expectant mother and newborn baby very ill and even lead to miscarriage and stillbirth. Parasites will deprive you and your
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When a caesarean is the best option
By Maria Muennich on 30/05/2007 00:45:29
It may not be your ideal birthing experience, but there are times when a c-section may be the best option for you and your baby
to severe bleeding, posing risks to both you and your baby, and compromises the functioning of the placenta, meaning your baby may be deprived of essential oxygen and nutrients and increasing the risk of a stillbirth. With a minor placental abruption you may
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Cytomegalovirus in pregnancy: Risks and prevention
By Maria Muennich on 13/06/2008 13:19:46
What is Cytomegalovirus, what danger can it pose to my unborn baby and is it something I should worry about?
, and problems with the lungs, liver, or spleen. In a very small percentage of cases a baby can be very seriously handicapped by CMV infection and infection during early pregnancy can also lead to stillbirth. although this is rare: In England and Wales
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Your pregnancy skin: changes and discomforts
By Maria Muennich on 28/10/2009 01:10:53
A combination of growth, stretching and hormonal imbalances can run wreak havoc with your skin during pregnancy
doctor just in case: the itching could be a symptom of a rare pregnancy-related liver condition called Cholestasis that, when untreated, can lead to premature birth and, very rarely, stillbirth. You may find that itching is eased by following the same
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