pregnancy

The pregnant woman has a great need to pee, going several times a day to the bathroom, because with the growth of the baby, the uterus will press the bladder, which will have less space to fill and increase in size, generating the urge to urinate more frequent. But in addition, there are 2 other situations that may be more worrying: urinary tract infection and urinary incontinence, which are also common in pregnancy

Cephalexin is an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections, among other diseases. It can be used during pregnancy because it does not harm the baby, but always under medical guidance. According to the FDA classification, cefalexin has a B-hazard when used during pregnancy. This means that tests were performed on animal guinea pigs but no significant changes were found in them or in the fetuses, however no tests were performed on pregnant women and their recommendation is at the medical discretion after assessing the risk / benefit

Treatment of migraine during pregnancy can be done with changes in diet and use of medications such as Paracetamol, which should be taken only according to medical advice. During the first trimester of gestation, some women may have more migraine attacks than usual, which is triggered by the intense hormonal changes of the period

The baby's development at 36 weeks' gestation, which is 8 months pregnant, is practically complete, but it will still be considered premature if born this week. Although most babies are already turned upside down, some can reach 36 weeks of gestation and still be seated. In this case, if labor begins and the drink is still sitting, the doctor may try to turn the baby around or suggest a cesarean section

After delivery, it is normal for a woman to want to lose weight, to regain her pre-pregnancy weight, to increase her self-esteem and to feel good about her own skin. To know how many pounds you need to lose weight see: How to know how many pounds you need to lose weight. However, at this stage it is not advisable to make very restrictive diets because they can impair breastfeeding

The development of the baby at 26 weeks gestation, which is the end of 6 months of pregnancy, is marked by the formation of the eyelids of the eyes, but the baby still can not open his eyes or blink. From now on the baby starts to have less room to move, and the kicks and kicks may even hurt, but they usually leave the parents quieter because they know the baby is okay

The development of the baby at 28 weeks of gestation, which is 7 months pregnant, is marked by the establishment of sleep pattern and wakefulness. That is, as of this week, the baby already wakes up and sleeps when they want, and has a less wrinkled appearance because it begins to accumulate fat underneath the skin

The development of the fetus at 6 weeks gestation, which is 2 months pregnant, is marked by the development of the central nervous system, which now presents the opening on the brain and the base of the spine properly closed. At 6 weeks of gestation it is possible for the woman to present the first symptoms of pregnancy that may be strained breasts, tiredness, colic, a lot of sleep and some nausea in the morning, but if you have not yet discovered that you are pregnant, these signs and symptoms may go unnoticed, however, if you have noticed that menstruation is delayed, a pregnancy test is advi

At 38 weeks gestation, which is 9 months pregnant, it is common for tummy to be hard and there are severe cramps, which are contractions that may still be those of training or are already contractions of labor. The difference between them is how often they appear. More details about contractions in: How to identify contractions

Home birth is one that is home-made, usually by women seeking a more intimate and intimate environment to have their baby. However, it is essential that this type of delivery be done with a good prenatal planning and with the accompaniment of a medical team, to guarantee the health care of the mother and the baby

During pregnancy, after the belly begins to grow, it is not recommended to sleep on the stomach or face down, but it is not recommended to stay all night in the same position, especially lying on the right side. So, from the second trimester of pregnancy, it is better for the pregnant woman to sleep only on her side, and she can use different pillows to support the legs and belly to feel more comfortable and thus ensure good blood circulation, which is important to ensure safety and good development of the baby

The development of the baby at 24 weeks of gestation or 6 months of pregnancy is marked by more intense fetal movements with painful sensations in the back and lower abdomen of the mother. At this stage of pregnancy the training contractions may begin. Here's how they are in: How to Identify Contractions

Using an abdominal modeling waistband to fine tune your waistline can be an interesting strategy to wear a fair outfit without having to worry about your tummy. However, it should not be used daily because it can compress the abdominal region too much, damaging even breathing and digestion. Sleeping on a strap or spending all day wearing straps just to tune the waist can even worsen the asymmetry of the abdomen because it actually prevents the natural contraction of the abdominal muscles and decreases the diameter of these muscle fibers, consequently, sagging in the belly

A great and simple home treatment to combat foot swelling is to dip your feet alternately in a bowl of hot and cold water because this increases the local blood circulation and facilitates the return of that excess fluid to the blood, and the excess is then eliminated through the urine. But to complement this home treatment, you also need to lie down with your feet elevated and receive a foot massage

The causes of maternal and fetal death during childbirth are very variable and they usually occur in the case of a risky pregnancy or when a preterm birth occurs. One of the most common causes of mother's death during childbirth is bleeding that can occur immediately after the baby leaves the uterus or in the first few days

Fetal distress is a relatively rare condition that occurs when the baby is not getting the amount of oxygen needed in the womb, during pregnancy or during delivery, which ultimately affects its growth and development. One of the signs most easily identified by the obstetrician is the decrease or change in the heartbeat rhythm of the fetus, however, the decrease of the baby's movement in the belly can also be an alarm signal for a case of fetal distress

To avoid heartburn during pregnancy, it is recommended to follow some simple changes in food, such as avoiding fried foods, foods rich in pepper or too spicy and avoid drinking liquids during meals, which should be made in small quantities. To quickly relieve burning, you can try to drink 1 cup of milk, preferably skim milk, since whole milk fat takes longer in the stomach and may not help

To avoid heartburn during pregnancy, small frequent meals should be taken without accompaniment of drinks to speed up emptying of the stomach and prevent pain and burning. It is common for heartburn to appear in pregnancy due to the increase in the hormone progesterone, which causes relaxation of the body muscles to allow the growth of the uterus, but which also relaxes the muscle valve of the stomach responsible for preventing the mixture of food and gastric juice return to the esophagus

Some men become psychologically pregnant, presenting the same symptoms of their wife's pregnancy. This happens when they get very emotionally involved during pregnancy and the name of this condition is Couvade Syndrome. In this case the man may feel nauseous, have an urge to urinate, feel dizzy or always be hungry

In case of fever in pregnancy, above 37.8ºC, what is recommended is to try to cool the body with natural methods such as putting a wet cloth in cold water on the head, neck, neck and underarms. Wearing cool clothes and avoiding hot drinks like teas and soups are also ways to control the fever because hot foods and beverages stimulate perspiration, naturally lowering body temperature.