All About Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a very important issue to many since it involves the health and welfare of two human beings. It is a very interesting stage where the act of one directly affects the other. A pregnant woman needs to take better care of herself as she goes through the physical changes that will occur because of the growing baby.
When to Become Pregnant
The best time to become pregnant is when a woman is in generally good health. This would mean not only the absence of serious diseases but also being free from infections and other minor illnesses. This is highly recommended because of the risk brought about by taking medications during pregnancy. Any health concern therefore is best addressed before getting pregnant.
Women who are finding it difficult to get pregnant are advised to monitor their ovulation period to have a better chance of conceiving. Women aged 25 to 35 are said to belong to the best age group in the physical sense to become pregnant. Pregnancy also requires a certain level of psychological maturity for women to truly appreciate this wonderful stage.
What to Do When Pregnant
Women who suspect that they are pregnant can confirm their condition through the use of a home pregnancy kit. A positive result necessitates scheduling an appointment with the doctor. Pregnant women should avail of prenatal care as soon as possible. A negative result that occurs even when women continue to experience symptoms related to pregnancy likewise necessitates an appointment with the doctor.
Pregnant women should terminate intake of any medication until they are cleared for safety by the attending doctor. They are also advised to stop smoking, drinking liquor, and participating in extraordinarily strenuous physical activity. A monthly check-up will be required up to the 28th week of pregnancy. Doctor visits become more frequent after this time to enable a closer monitoring of the baby prior to delivery.
Pregnancy Symptoms
There are various pregnancy signs and symptoms which pregnant women will experience especially during the early part of the condition. These may include missed period, morning sickness or nausea and vomiting, swelling/tenderness or pain in breasts, food cravings, abdominal cramps and bloating, fatigue and tiredness, frequent urination, head aches, mood swings and stress, elevated basal body temperature and darkening of the skin. Pregnant women may manifest several or all of these symptoms before a confirmation has even been obtained.
There are actually more signs exhibited by pregnant women which may not be readily associated with pregnancy. Some have described going through peculiar things which were quite unique to them. A good number have reported experiencing cramping and spotting which have been mistaken by some as their monthly period.
Pregnancy Calculator
The estimated delivery date of pregnant women can be estimated by a pregnancy calculator. Every week of pregnancy brings specific developmental changes which is expected to proceed up to the 40th week. The first week may not be noticeable while the 40th week usually shows signs of labor. A pregnant woman have two more weeks before she is considered overdue.
Pregnancy is divided into trimesters. The 1st week to the 12th week belong to the first trimester while the second trimester starts from the 13th week up to the 27th week. The remaining weeks comprise the third trimester. The changes occurring in the unborn baby can be monitored with the use of a pregnancy calendar.
Pregnancy Risks
There are several factors that can contribute to risks in pregnancy. Some of these are the age of the pregnant woman, use of drugs and medication, risks related to previous pregnancies, socioeconomic factors, unintended pregnancy, height, weight, and pre-existing disorders and conditions. A woman’s medical profile can typically reveal if she will have a risky pregnancy or not.
Some women develop hypertension while they are pregnant. Undue stress can be given by a hypertensive mother to her child because of her condition. Premature birth is common among pregnant women with high blood pressure. Gestational diabetes and Rh incompatibility are also conditions that are especially risky in pregnant women.
My Say
Pregnancy is a joyous event but it can easily go the opposite way if the proper care of the mother and unborn child is not observed. Risks may increase due to deliberate improper practices or plain negligence. The best person to consult for concerns about pregnancy is an obstetrician or gynecologist.
emzkie
being pregnant is not new to me since I have 2 kids already. lol. everything u said here is right though.. =)
Teresa Martinez
Sometimes, I look back and wonder how I was able to survive three pregnancies but women are naturally equipped for it.
jared's mum
pregnancy does take a lot of planning + careful considerations for it to be safe + successful + for the most part, it takes a lot of heart + dedication from the mother to follow-through with healthy food, as well as a healthy lifestyle, to make her pregnancy a success, + her unborn child, safe.
Teresa Martinez
That is very true.
Ane
How about adding “Be in a STABLE relationship” to the part where it says “When to Get Pregnant”. 😛 lol I just feel that more women are unprepared when pregnancy comes their way because they aren’t in a stable relationship, and I think that’s why some people are pushing for the RH Bill to be passed. 😛 and let’s face it, pregnancy is something that women shouldn’t go through alone. 😀
Teresa Martinez
Yes, of course. It would be of great benefit to a child when he comes out and his or her parents are in a stable relationship.
JessicaWCassidy (@wifetoalineman)
Getting pregnant is a blessing especially if you really wish to have a baby 🙂 it is not an easy process but it is worth it when you see how precious your baby is 🙂
Teresa Martinez
Children are indeed blessings although it may be difficult to give birth.
bebengisms
I really wish to get pregnant next year. My daughter is now 4 years old & I feel like I’m going to start all over again. 🙂
Teresa Martinez
Four years is just about the right time to have another child.
rc gweniful
like what they say, women are generally risking their lives when they get pregnant but it has tremendous rewards and one of them is of course, your own baby.
Teresa Martinez
There are risks and there are rewards in pregnancy.
Mary Anne Vinzon
Reading your article about pregnancy,it all flashback during my pregnancy.Two years ago,I have experienced all the symptoms like morning sickness and very sensitive.I even cried for no reason.
Teresa Martinez
Nobody can understand pregnancy better than mothers.
Momgen Reviews
Yes it is true there is a risk if there is not much care for the pregnant mom. Also some complications may occur if its not monitor…
Teresa Martinez
Mothers just need to be more aware of possible risks so that they can take care of themselves accordingly.
Dhemz
pregnancy is a joyful gift…I wish to get pregnant again!
Teresa Martinez
It is a gift that has no price tag but with immeasurable value.
jheylo
that’s true, getting prenant is not an easy task. It involves life and the mother has to consider the unborn needs first before hers. Maturity is also important because mothering a child is not easy as well.
Teresa Martinez
It takes many things to be truly a good mother.
Chubskulit Rose
Pregnancy is one precious I have experienced, it’s a joy and blessing!
Teresa Martinez
It is a joy and blessing in spite of some inconveniences.
Kaye Figuracion
Being pregnant is an exciting and a risky part of a woman’s life. Here you can experience a miracle inside your womb and at the same time you have to make all the necessary precautions both for you and your baby.
Teresa Martinez
The mother needs to take care of herself not only for her own sake but also for the baby’s welfare.
Gven-Rose
a very good and informative post, i remember the first thing I noticed when i got pregnant were the swelling of my beast, would you believe i was two weeks pregnant when I found out about it, I guess i was just too excited that I noticed the changes in my body…
Teresa Martinez
Apparently some women manifests the signs earlier than others.
Tess Chancellor
Pregnant women should be responsible enough to take care of the unborn baby.
Teresa Martinez
That is quite right since the responsibility of the mother starts from conception.