Calf cramps in pregnancy
Written by: The Pregnancy Center
I have been experiencing calf cramps now that I am pregnant. What can I do to help this?
During pregnancy many women notice that they experience calf cramps, especially at night time when sleeping (or trying to sleep). There are varied causes of calf cramps during pregnancy, but no noted single cure for them.
One of the reasons your calf muscles may cramp is because you have an extra 40-50% of blood volume in your system which...
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What is a prolapse?
Written by: The Pregnancy Center
A prolapse is the name used when the organs in your pelvis (your uterus, bladder and/or bowel), drop down into the vagina instead of sitting in their normal position. This can cause a heaviness, dragging or aching type of feeling in the vaginal area, which often feels worse at the end of the day, and better in the morning or after lying down. Some women also notice lower abdominal aching and backache due to having a prolapse. A bu...
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5 Reasons You Should Be Cooking With ...
Written by: The Pregnancy Center
Parents take pride and pleasure in feeding their kids well. That is fine and all, but what they overlook is that cooking does not have to be a predominantly adult domain. If anything, the kitchen can be an amazing classroom, a playful backdrop for learning...
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6 Home DIY Massage Tips for Moms-To-B...
Written by: Dr Clarence Ho
As a woman’s pregnancy progresses, there are marked changes in the individual muscles in the body leading to the characteristic gait or pregnancy stance as the stomach moves out and the shoulders lean back. The woman’s joints become more mobile as the body adapts to the growing child. An important fact to remember before proceeding with any form of massage.
Pregnancy massage strokes and stretches need to be perfor...
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7 Natural Remedies To Relieve Pregnan...
Written by: Bea Potter
Back pain is a common problem during pregnancy. Between the weight gain, the change in your center of gravity and the changes in hormones that lead to relaxation of your ligaments, it’s unsurprising that so many women experience back pain. Luckily, there are a range of natural remedies you can try to help ease the pain and make your pregnancy more comfortable.
Exercise
Engaging in some gentle exercise can help to prevent...
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