Coffee linked to miscarriage
Pregnant women should watch their intake of coffee, because of a possible risk of miscarriage, according to a new report. The US-based New England Journal of Medicine – published this week - reports a...
View ArticleDrugs for premature babies may limit their weight gain
Drugs containing caffeine that are used to help premature babies breathe may also limit their weight gain and raise their metabolism, a new report in the journal Paediatrics suggests. A team of...
View ArticleVery low birthweight risk linked to two cups of coffee a day
Pregnant women will be warned this week not to drink more than two cups of coffee a day to cut their risk of giving birth to dangerously underweight babies. Safety watchdogs say the recommended daily...
View ArticleTaking drugs in pregnancy
It’s well known that taking drugs of any kind isn’t good for you, but doing so during pregnancy can have disasterous effects. Danniella Westbrook was one of the lucky ones – losing part of her nose,...
View ArticleEating out and about when pregnant
When you’re pregnant and at dinner with friends, going on holiday or eating out at a restaurant, wising up on a few food safety issues will help you relax. There are plenty of choices available to you...
View ArticleDrugs in pregnancy
Caffeine Caffeine is a drug found in coffee, tea, cola, chocolate, some cold remedies and it’s also added to some soft drinks and ‘energy’ drinks. Caffeine is a stimulant; it speeds up the working of...
View ArticleFoods to take care with in pregnancy
Although you should eat a wide variety of foods during your pregnancy there are also certain precautions you should take in order to safeguard your baby’s well-being, as well as your own. Cook all meat...
View ArticlePregnant and stressed?
Besides the physical stresses of pregnancy (nausea, backache, swelling, etc.), many pregnant women also face their own situational stresses, such as work life, finances, and family relationships. Add...
View ArticleTop tips for eating healthy food in pregnancy
Pregnancy is one of the most wonderful times in a woman’s life – it is transformational, challenging and an adventurous time that warrants total care and dedication both emotionally and physically!...
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