Aversions to certain foods is as common as craving particular foods during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester, when morning sickness may be present. Many women find food that they enjoyed previously are no longer appealing to them. Often, pregnant women complain of experiencing a strange “metallic” taste in the mouths, which can make foods less appetizing. more Pregnancy Signs…
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Craving certain foods or possibly unusual combinations of foods can be a fairly early pregnancy symptom during the first trimester (and continuing on throughout the entire 9 months). Besides pregnancy, food cravings can be brought on by stress, depression or a poor diet. Food cravings are believed to be caused from a deficiency, therefore an unhealthy diet may be at…
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An uncircumcised penis (that has the foreskin intact), just as a penis that is circumcised should be kept clean to reduce the risk of problems such as infection. Simply wash the genital area with mild soap and warm water on a regular basis (just like any other part of the body), when you bathe your baby boy and also rinse…
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Proper care after circumcision helps reduce the chances of certain complications and problems. Good general hygiene and common sense are very important in preventing an infection from developing. Aftercare of circumcision may vary depending on the type of circumcision that was performed. Your baby’s pediatrician should give you specific instructions on how to care for your son’s circumcision. You should…
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One benefit of circumcision is that it prevents or reduces urinary tract infections. Even though UTIs are uncommon in males, baby boys are at the greatest risk when they are under a year old. Although the risk of UTIs in the first year is low (even lower for breastfed babies), various studies suggest that UTIs may be as much as…
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Bleeding and oozing is one of the most common problems associated with circumcision (as with any surgical procedure), occurring in close to all circumcisions and is usually easily controlled by gentle direct pressure. Bleeding typically occurs when the skin of the newly exposed glans becomes irritated by the pressure of the diaper and ammonia of the urine or when the…
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When considering baby circumcision with a newborn boy, ask your self why you believe it may be necessary and weigh the pros and cons. Circumcision consists of surgically removing the skin (the foreskin or the “prepuce”) covering the tip of the penis. This procedure is fairly common (but still quite controversial) in the United States, with approximately 1.2 million circumcisions…
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Significant softening of the cervix is an early pregnancy symptom. This is another symptom due to the increased blood flow to the vaginal area and is typically apparent as early as 6-8 weeks along (or 4-6 weeks following conception). more Pregnancy Signs Implantation Bleeding Missed Menstrual Period Positive Pregnancy Test Tender Breasts Sensitive Nipples Ultrasound Detection Darker Areolas Fatigue Nausea…
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Contractions that are intermittent “practice” contractions of the uterus are Braxton Hicks Contractions that can start very early in pregnancy, possibly as early as 6 weeks along. Most women don’t begin to notice them until the second trimester, closer to 20-24 weeks. Sometimes these painless uterine contractions go undetected until the third trimester (this is when they’re the most common)…
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The choice is yours. Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of breastfeeding and bottle-feeding. Remember, you don’t have to opt exclusively for either the breast or the bottle alone. Many parents find that a combination of both methods works well and lets them enjoy the advantages of each. Advantages of Breastfed Babies Breastfed babies are less likely to…
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Human breast milk contains at least 100 ingredients that are not found in cow’s milk and that cannot be exactly duplicated in commercial formulas. Breast milk is a living fluid and is made by you, just for your baby. No other product can ever come close. Breast milk is easier to digest than cow’s milk or commercial formulas. The proportion…
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Bottle-feeding doesn’t tie the mother down to her baby. She’s able to work outside the home, shop, go out with friends and even sleep through the night (sometimes), because someone else can feed the baby. Although expressing milk with a breast-pump can enable others to take over some feedings. Bottle-feeding allows the father to share the feeding responsibilities more easily…
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In our family, we have three children and three types of allergies, not all completely diagnosed as of yet. My best advice to you is to closely monitor your childs symptoms. Talk to your pediatrician and don’t be afraid to ask for a referral or second opinion. Don’t give up. You know your child and you know when something isn’t…
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There are technically three basic adoption options for birth mothers to choose from: confidential (or “closed”) adoption, mediated (or “semi-open”) adoption and fully disclosed (or “open”) adoption. These options are categorized by the different degrees of openness achieved, as well as the amount of information exchanged between the birth parents and the adoptive parents. Many birth mothers like the freedom…
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Some women experience small amounts of nipple discharge during pregnancy. This is called “colostrum” and it’s completely normal, although not all women have this occur during pregnancy. Some women don’t experience any leaking, while others may be able to squeeze a few drops out. Others may even leak enough colostrum to soak their bra. This typically won’t be a pregnancy…
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