Daily Tips :
  • Practice good posture (especially during the third trimester)
  • Wear a support belt under your lower abdomen
  • Avoid sleeping on your back
  • Never use mineral water for preparing baby feeds
  • Take pleasure in the miracles of pregnancy and birth.
  • Be sure your baby gets all immunizations on time.
  • Spend some time reading something light and interesting everyday.
  • A mother's milk has the right amount of fat, sugar, water and protein.
  • Talk to your doctor about what you should eat.
  • When sitting, keep your feet flat on the floor.
  • Sleep on your side with a pillow between your legs.
  • Avoid exposure to chemicals: herbicides, pesticides and paint.
  • Aim to do at least 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days of the week.
  • Avoid alcohol, raw fish, fish high in mercury, soft cheeses.
  • Eat high-fiber foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.
  • Talk to your health care provider before taking any supplements.
  • Eat foods rich in folate, iron, calcium, and protein.
  • Avoid exposure to asbestos dust ,it causes serious mesothelioma.
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What is the difference between “baby blues,”postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis? PDF Print E-mail

note Baby blues

 

The baby blues can happen in the days right after childbirth and normally go away within a few days to a week. A new mother can have sudden mood swings, sadness, crying spells, loss of appetite, sleeping problems, and feel irritable, restless, anxious, and lonely. Symptoms are not severe and treatment isn’t needed. But there are things you can do to feel better. Nap when the baby does. Ask for help from your spouse, family members, and friends. Join a support group of new moms or talk with other moms.

 

note Postpartum depression

 

Postpartum depression can happen anytime within the first year after childbirth. A woman may have a number of symptoms such as sadness, lack of energy, trouble concentrating, anxiety, and feelings of guilt and worthlessness. The difference between postpartum depression and the baby blues is that postpartum depression often affects a woman’s well-being and keeps her from functioning well for a longer period of time. Postpartum depression needs to be treated by a doctor. Counseling, support groups, and medicines are things that can help.

 

note Postpartum psychosis

 

Postpartum psychosis is rare. It occurs in 1 or 2 out of every 1000 births and usually begins in the first 6 weeks postpartum. Women who have bipolar disorder or another psychiatric problem called schizoaffective disorder have a higher risk for developing postpartum psychosis. Symptoms may include delusions, hallucinations, sleep disturbances, and obsessive thoughts about the baby. A woman may have rapid mood swings, from depression to irritability to euphoria.

 

 
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