Pregnancy Health Archives - Page 13 of 14

The Importance of Getting Your Flu Shot While Pregnant

The Centers for Disease Control recommends that every woman who will be pregnant during flu season (typically October through March) get a flu shot. This shot will not affect the fetus, and the side effects to the pregnant mother are usually not bad. The worst that...

Is it Safe to Use Teeth-Whitening Products While I’m Pregnant?

Pregnancy Health

Question: “I love to keep my teeth as white as possible. Can I keep using my teeth-whitening products while I’m pregnant?” Answer: It’s probably safer to lay off the tooth whitening products when you’re expecting. There haven’t been any major scientific studies on the...

Having Trouble Sleeping?

Pregnancy Health, Pregnancy Tips

Sleep Tips for Pregnant Women In the third trimester, sleep on your left side to allow for the best blood flow to the fetus and to your uterus and kidneys. Avoid lying flat on your back for a long period of time. Drink lots of fluids during the day, but cut down...

How Harmful is Secondhand Smoke During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy Health

Question: I’ve quit smoking, but my boyfriend still goes through two packs a day, and a few of our friends smoke like chimneys. Will this harm my baby? Answer: Smoking doesn’t just affect the smoker, but it also affects everyone around him (including a developing...

Difficulty Breathing Late in Pregnancy

Pregnancy Health, Pregnancy Symptoms

Question: I’m in my eighth month of pregnancy. From time to time, I have trouble breathing. Could this mean that my baby’s not getting enough oxygen? Answer: Shortness of breath doesn’t mean that you’re short on oxygen, or that your baby is. During pregnancy, your...

Playing Sports While Pregnant

Pregnancy Health, Pregnancy Tips

Question: I enjoy playing tennis and swimming. Do I need to give up these sports now that I’m pregnant? Answer: In most cases, pregnancy doesn’t mean that you have to give up sports. Just please keep in mind that since you’re carrying a new life, it makes sense to...