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Blood pressure during pregnancy
By Babyexpert.com on 11/11/2008 11:43:00
Why it's important to keep a close eye on your blood pressure during pregnancy.
While you're pregnant, your blood pressure will be checked at every antenatal appointment. Maybe you've never really paid attention to it before - so why is your blood pressure suddenly so important?What is my blood pressure?It's a measure
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Does high blood pressure matter?
By Babyexpert.com on 16/10/2007 09:57:00
Q: I've been diagnosed with high blood pressure and put on tablets for the rest of my life. I have one daughter but would like another child. Is it OK to get pregnant again?
GP Rob says: Yes, it should be fine for you to become pregnant again. but ask your doctor for some advice before doing so. Women with high blood pressure are usually cared for by an obstetrician with expertise in this area, and your doctor may
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Should I be worried about my low blood pressure during pregnancy?
By Babyexpert.com on 06/10/2008 12:43:00
My blood pressure has always been low, but since I've been pregnant it's dropped even further. Can having low blood pressure affect my baby in any way?
Midwife Nikki says: It's normal for your blood pressure to drop in early pregnancy as your blood volume increases and your body has to work harder to compemsate for your growing baby.The blood pressure reaches its lowest point in the second
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I'm worried about bleeding
By Babyexpert.com on 23/02/2007 13:14:00
Q I've noticed some spotting and blood - what should I do?
.Cervical erosion: hormones can affect the cervix.What to do:Contact your midwife of GP. If the bleeding is light and you're not inpain, it's probably nothing to worry about.What you'll notice: Dark red or dark brown blood. There may also be abdominal pain, often
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Should I be worried about spots on my vagina?
By Babyexpert.com on 02/07/2007 16:05:00
I'm 27 weeks pregnant and for the last three to four weeks, have had some small spots on the outer lips of my vagina, which look like blood blisters. What are they, and should I be worried?
Dr Rob: These spots sound like they could be angiokeratomas, which are harmless red or purplish raised spots formed of tiny dilated blood vessels, but it's important that you see your GP to check and confirm this. There doesn't seem to be a reason
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Spot those pregnancy danger signs
By Babyexpert.com on 04/04/2006 14:48:00
Dont delay seek help if you suffer from any of these three
are bright red blood and bleeding after sex. You'll be scanned and your baby may be delivered early by Caesarean. Bleeding in late pregnancy might be a sign of placental abruption, where the placenta starts to come away from the womb. If it's mild and your
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Get ready to travel
By Babyexpert.com on 04/04/2006 14:31:00
When you are pregnant
Airline rules differ for domestic flights and international flights, but generally the cut off date for ravelling is 36 weeks when you're pregnant.Before you book, check that your GP or midwife is happy for you to travel. High blood pressure or risk
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Pregnancy superfoods
By Babyexpert.com on 18/02/2013 09:00:00
Stock up on the snacks that work hardest for you during pregnancy
on brown basmati rice with toasted pumpkin seeds sprinkled on top.What:SpinachWhy: Leafy green vegetables are high in iron, which is essential for red blood cell development. These cells are needed to help transport oxygen around your body and to your
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I'm worried about pregnancy diabetes
By Babyexpert.com on 19/09/2007 11:10:00
Q: My midwife wants to test me for gestational diabetes as she found sugar in my urine. If I test positive, what does it mean for me and my baby?
Midwife Nikki replies: Please don't be alarmed, as your midwife is absolutely right in getting you checked out. Up to 4% of pregant women get pregnancy diabetes, also known as gestational diabetes, which causes raised blood sugar levels and lasts
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My baby has stopped moving.
By Babyexpert.com on 06/06/2007 10:09:00
Q: I'm 27 weeks pregnant with my first baby and over the last day or so I've not felt her move as much as normal. I always used to feel her moving when I was going to sleep at night. Should I get this checked out?
in 24 hours and this does not have to be large movements; even slight ones count. Changing position in bed may stimulate her to move, or even drinking a glass of cold water can work. If your blood sugar levels are low, her movements may also be more
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