WELLINGTON: An expectant mother’s diet during pregnancy can alter her baby’s DNA in the womb, increasing its risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes in later life, an international study has found.
Researchers said the study provided the first scientific evidence linking pregnant women’s diet to childhood obesity, with major implications for public health.
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Julie sat down to a big bowl of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream. Her plan was to kill two birds with one stone. The ice cream was a fun way to help fulfill her calcium needs for the day, and to supply her with the extra calories required for pregnancy. “I’m eating for two [...]
If you’ve ever been pregnant, it’s more than likely you’ve had back or pelvic pain. These are two of the most common pregnancy complaints. Often, the pain gets so bad it can disrupt your work, daily routine or sleep. In fact, pelvic and/or back pain is the leading cause of disability and sick leave during [...]
Congratulation to your pregnancy. In the coming month there will be a lot of thing’s to do and to prepare for the arrival of your baby. We have prepared a easy month-by-month checklist to help you know what need’s to be done throughout your pregnancy and your baby’s first 6 month.
Your first Trimester Tasks
Month 1
How [...]
The human body is composed of 75% water. The loss of water in the body can cause dry skin. To address this problem you first need to know its main cause. Several factors like the air conditions, environment, weather, health situation or lifestyle are causes for skin dry. Some of them are easily remedied and [...]
More and more women in their late 30s and early 40s are deciding to have babies. Some put off motherhood because of career demands or so they could feel more financially secure. Some were waiting for the right partner. Some simply feel more emotionally prepared for motherhood later in life. By the time they’re ready [...]
Usually we may not put a lot of thinking into the air that we breathe, both outside and inside our homes. Of course we do know that the air in cities may be polluted, but did you know that bacteria and viruses can ‘travel’ through air also? Bacteria and viruses can infect people so it’s [...]
Car accidents are the leading cause of death for pregnant women and the leading cause of trauma-related hospital stays during pregnancy. Wearing a seatbelt is the best way for moms-to-be to prevent injury and death from a motor vehicle accident. Bellow you will find the answers of the most common questions you may have as a [...]
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Saya baru melahirkan anak kedua pada 21 May 2010 yang lalu secara normal. Saya ingin meminta pendapat dan nasihat secara terperinci mengenai mitos dan fakta pemakanan atau diet selepas bersalin. Apa yang boleh makan, apa yang tidak boleh? Bolehkan minum minuman sejuk dalam tempoh berpantang? adakah pemakanan [...]
