Pregnancy is probably the most sensitive period in a woman’s life. You carry the responsibility of another life within you. This in itself can be the primary cause of anxiety during pregnancy and can be very difficult to avoid.

While pregnant, you undergo many inevitable biological and psychological changes, but the eternal anxiety is the undercurrent of all such changes. Headache can be one such ‘inevitable’ suffering. Pregnant women often suffer from severe headaches during pregnancy, as a matter of routine. In general terms some say that headache is a side effect of pregnancy.

What are the reasons for this type of headache? The main ones are hormonal changes, the general stresses related to pregnancy and increases in the your blood volume. In addition, the changes in the contours of your body help to contribute to poor posture. Naturally, poor posture creates stress on various parts of your body. Your brain will eventually get the signal of discomfort, often from the burden of carrying the extra weight.

The vast majority of pregnant women are very cautious about what they consume during pregnancy. Many women will avoid even a Tylenol during pregnancy to err on the side of caution. So what can you do if you are contending with a massive headache during pregnancy?

Try these steps to minimize your pregnancy headache:
Eliminate certain types of food, such as packaged and preserved foods, chocolate and spicy food. Understand your diet very well- what is good for you and for the baby growing within you. Don’t overeat. Eat several small meals in a day. Take lots of liquid diet, fruits and juices.

Improve your circulation and overall health by taking leisurely walks in the nearby park or on the lawns of your own garden. You can also improve your mental and physical state with a prenatal Yoga or Pilates DVD if you can’t find a class near you.

Try to adhere to nature’s schedule if at all possible. Wake up with the sun and get adequate sunlight during the day to regulate your circadian rhythms. Keep your bedroom as dark as possible and try not to stay up too late past dark with inactivity, packaged foods, and stressful news or TV shows. Keep electronics (especially the TV) out of your bedroom.

This is not the time to experiment with any type of strong medication to get relief from the headache. Try to understand the root cause of your headache. Try to control it with a natural process. Practice meditation or deep breathing.

Due to the fact that your symptoms may be related to poor posture or some other physical condition, you may find relief after a visit to the chiropractor or acupuncturist. You can also try your own acupressure or having your partner massage your neck, back and shoulders.

While many women avoid coffee during pregnancy, most experts do not see the harm in a pregnant woman having one to two cups of coffee a day. The caffeine in coffee is often shown to reduce or eliminate a headache. A healthier choice would be a cup or two of green tea.

If all else fails, try to remember that “this too shall pass”. Pregnancy is but a blip of time in your life and most women will put the discomforts of pregnancy and childbirth far behind them as they enjoy life with their new angel.

Author: Javier Fuller
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This short video clip shows the basic prenatal yoga positions including stretches, pelvic floor exercises (Kegels), strength building poses, standing poses and sitting poses.

This is an excerpt from Gaiam’s prenatal yoga DVD. You can follow along with these poses and if you decide you enjoy the poses you can sign up for a local pre-natal yoga class, get a book to follow along or buy a prenatal yoga DVD. Prenatal yoga is an excellent and safe way to maximize maternal and fetal health and prepare for childbirth.

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Scientists are investigating whether ultrasound scans during pregnancy may harm the brains of unborn babies.

The move follows a U.S. study which showed the developing offspring of pregnant mice suffered brain abnormalities when they were exposed to ultrasound waves.

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Sheryl’s comment

Some natural advocates recommend avoiding prenatal ultrasound altogether because of both the known and the unknown risks. Why subject to your child to damage that you might find out about twenty years from now?

I am torn on the issue quite honestly and I am not sure whether I will choose to have a prenatal ultrasound if I am fortunate enough to have another child. For the most part I believe they are totally useless. Gestational age is only an issue for the providers who are trying to make money off of your labor and delivery. If you are choosing a natural childbirth then the baby will arrive when he or she is quite ready.

I am aware however, that certain conditions like placenta previa can be life threatening for both the mother and the baby and that this type of condition would legitimately necessitate a C-section. Ultrasound is the best way to diagnose this condition and because it is potentially fatal, I think I would personally get one (and only one) very short ultrasound. Naturally I reserve the right to change my mind.

I once knew a woman who had access to unlimited ultrasounds because her husband happened to work in radiology and managed to sneak her in. She had an irrational fear of her children being born with a cleft palate. I am quite certain that she would not have aborted in either event, but the fact remains that she repeatedly exposed her helpless babies to damaging ultrasound rays because of her own vain and quite insane preoccupations. She brags about the countless ultrasounds she received during all of her pregnancies. This is what we are adamantly against. We are supposed to protect our children at all costs.

Check out The Center for Unhindered Living’s guide to prenatal care. She has a great list of common prenatal tests and why they are largely unnecessary. It is also arguably the best resource on the web for do-it-yourself prenatal care.

Omega3 - Nutrition for the Pregnant Mother and Child
It is widely accepted that your nutritional needs change when you become pregnant. This includes both an increase, as well as a decrease of certain foods, drinks and supplements. We all know that an increase in nutrients during this time is beneficial for fetal development to prevent nutritional deficiencies of a number of nutrients that can lead to birth defects or complications.

Essential Fatty Acids (omega3 and omega6) in the correct ratio and quantity can offer exceptional benefits in terms of fetal development, the health of the mother-to-be and the health of the baby after being born.

“Fish oil omega 3 supplements during pregnancy and nursing are so vitally important that they’re recommended by the Food Agricultural Organization of the United Nations and the U.S. National Institutes of Health. The unified recommendation for pregnant and lactating women is 1200mgs a day. To eat that much fish would mean consuming more than a daily serving of salmon – which is the highest source of the omega 3 fatty acids.” Omega3.us

How Can Omega3 Fatty Acids Help During Pregnancy?

Overall Wellbeing
It is becoming common knowledge that omega3 fatty acids are exceptionally important for human health. Unfortunately in most Western lifestyles our diets include dangerously low levels of omega3s and a level of omega6 fatty acids that is far too high. This shift in our diet can be very closely correlated with the increase in incidence of degenerative diseases over the past hundred years.

Omega3 and omega6 fatty acids are labeled ‘essential’ because the body cannot synthesize them on its own. It relies upon a food source, and unfortunately, given the nature of the average, modern western diet – the majority of us severely lack a natural source of omega3 fatty acids, with omega6s are provided at damagingly high levels through cooking oils, butter etc. To compound this, the omega6 fatty acids that we do intake are often cooked or spoiled by heat, light and oxygen and have therefore become toxic to our bodies.

Hundreds of research studies have now proven, beyond doubt, that a diet including optimal levels of omega3 and 6 (in the correct ratio) on a regular/daily basis can lead to a myriad of health benefits, and can also help to prevent (and reverse) the symptoms of degenerative diseases such as cancers, cardiovascular disease, arthritis as well as Type 2 diabetes.

Other benefits that are gained from including omega3 and 6 essential fatty acids in your diet include a stronger immune system, stronger bones, an increase in energy, weight loss and healthier hair, nails and skin.

It is important to remember that it is easier for pregnant women to experience a deficiency in omega3 fatty acids because more essential fatty acids are required to build a growing baby. This deficiency can be compounded in subsequent pregnancies due to the fact that maternal stores can become further depleted with each pregnancy, rarely returning to pre-pregnancy levels.

Omega 3 oils are especially important during the final trimester. It is during this time that your baby uses Omega-3 to form approximately 70% of her brain system. She is also working on the rest of her nervous system. Pregnancyinfo.net

Fetal Development
Omega3 fatty acids are vital to healthy fetal development. A deficiency can easily occur with modern, Western diets and supplementation has been recommended by many researchers, health experts and doctors (not only for pregnant women, but for everyone!).

During fetal development, omega3 fatty acids are especially important for neural development and cell growth. Throughout pregnancy, omega3’s supply ‘brain food’ to the fetus, as important brain and eye development takes place during fetal development, continuing well into the child’s infant years. In fact, the lack of omega3 fatty acids during pregnancy and during the formative years after birth have been discovered to be a critical element for both the neurological and visual development of the baby. DHA is especially vital, as fetus cannot produce DHA efficiently independently.

In fact, research has shown that by adding omega3 and omega6 fatty acids to the mother’s diet during pregnancy can almost certainly have a very positive effect on the child’s cognitive abilities. These effects have even been proven to exist in the development of the child until the age of four!

Perhaps, even more critically, studies have shown that effective supplementation of omega3 fatty acids during pregnancy can greatly decrease the likelihood of complications such as pre term labor, and pre-eclampsia (toxemia) – a significant contributor to maternal mortality.

Research is proving beyond doubt that omega3 supplementation is almost vital during pregnancy and can greatly increase the health and development of both the child and the mother. However, it is recommended that these fatty acids are not added solely to the diet through consuming fish or fish based supplements. There are growing concerns regarding the toxicity of fish, particularly from mercury poisoning. A safer option would be to seek specific pre-natal supplements, or those such as Udo’s Choice which contain only plant based fatty acids.

Various sources of Omega 3:

• Krill Oil
• Walnuts & Oil
• Flax & Oil
• Wild Alaskan Salmon
• All oily fish (be cautions of contamination)
• Chia Seeds
• Hemp
• Marine algae (where do you think the fish get Omega 3s?)

Infant/Child Behavior and Development
Modern research is showing a strong link between infant/child behavior and nutrition. Over the past thirty years, the focus of this research has turned to omega3 fatty acids and their role in the behavioral development and learning skills. ADHD, in particular, has been very closely associated with omega3 fatty acid deficiency both in terms during pregnancy and in the infants diet until at least the age of four. Research has shown that infants with lower omega3 levels are more likely to suffer behavioral problems including hyperactivity, impulsivity, anxiety, temper problems and unsettled sleep patterns. Interest in this area was first shown following a breakthrough study in 1981 which hypothesized that children with ADHD are more likely to have a diminished nutritional status of EFAs due to them showing greater thirst than non-ADHD children.

This study was further strengthened two years later, when EFA levels were measured in 23 children diagnosed with behavioral disorders and 20 average children. The results showed clearly that the children with behavioral problems were significantly deficient in EFAs.

More recently, a UK-based study has been undertaken and monitored by the BBC to show the effects of nutritional supplements of omega3 fatty acids on the behavior of children. The study has focused upon both infants (as young as 20 months) and children up to the age of 12. The children were assessed on their reading skills, IQ, spelling, behavior and motor skills over a period of six weeks. The study was led by Dr Madelene Portwood of the Durham Local Education Authority and the Durham Sure Start trial and she concluded that ‘The performance of almost 60 per cent of the children has improved dramatically…some two-year-olds went from having a vocabulary of 25 single words to being able to use whole sentences while others were able to sit down and concentrate for the first time in their lives’.

“Babies born to mothers who had higher blood levels of DHA scored better on the attention tests until 6 months of age, and they scored better on different tests designed to measure visual learning in older babies at 1 year and 18 months.” WebMD.com

Post Natal Depression
It has long been accepted that using supplements of omega3 fatty acids can play a vital role in treating and preventing depression. When considering the increased requirement for omega3s during pregnancy and the depletion of a mother’s omega3 reserves after giving birth it is no surprise that an omega3 deficiency may play a role in post-natal depression.

A major UK study on over 11,000 women has found that the more omega3 fatty acids consumed by women during the third trimester, the less likely she was to suffer from depression both during pregnancy and for the eight months after giving birth.

The reason behind EFAs being so effective at reducing depression is that they are used extensively by the brain through many different functions. Omega3s are converted by the body into both EPA and then DHA. The majority of the human brain is comprised of DHA, and a deficiency of DHA has been linked to the Alzheimer’s epidemic. Low levels of EFAs are also highly associated with low levels of serotonin, the major brain chemical that is responsible for our mood levels. Low serotonin levels almost always results in depression.

Summary

Pregnant women and new mothers should definitely consider supplementing their diet with omega3 fatty acids. The nutritional benefits are manifold both during pregnancy and in everyday life. Most significantly, the intake of omega3 fatty acids during pregnancy can prevent pre term delivery, improve the babies neural development, retina development, skin and cell health, reduce the likelihood of behavioral problems and can also help prevent the mother from experiencing prenatal and postnatal depression.

On top of the non-pregnancy related benefits, this subject is certainly worth further research and consideration.

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Sheryl’s comment:
There are many ways to take Omega 3s. They are vital for every animal and human being but especially important for pregnant women. Purchase Wild Alaskan Salmon and eat it religiously throughout your pregnancy. If you cannot afford that, munch on flaxseeds or walnuts every day as a snack or get krill oil. Take a spoonful of Vitamineral Green in your OJ in the morning. There are tons of ways to get your Omega 3s but algaes and krill oil are probably the best. Take what you can afford and are comfortable with, but make sure to get tons of it every single day.
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Approximately 20 to 30% of pregnant women have a vitamin and mineral deficiency. Without prophylaxis (i.e. supplementation), roughly 75% of pregnant women would be deficient in at least one vitamin. - Multiplebirthscanada.org

Author: Dr Ainiyah Azmi MD

The balance of hormones, vitamins and minerals has to be just right in both males and females for conception to occur and for pregnancy to proceed. If your body has excess nutrients or is depleted of nutrients then it can throw your body off balance and disrupt your fertility and the pregnancy process.

When you choose whole foods for your diet, you are maximizing your nutrition intake with every bite. Whole food simply refers to food that is in its natural state. A box of cereal, loaf of bread or bag of candy are not whole foods for example, because they contain many ingredients that are processed to form something that in no way resembles anything in its natural state. Whole foods include fruits, fresh vegetables, unrefined grains, beans, nuts, seeds, eggs, and small whole fish. It’s important to make sure you’re choosing healthy whole foods that have an abundant supply of each of the following vitamins and minerals:

B Vitamins
B-complex vitamins need to be replenished all the time, as they are water soluble and passed out of the body with urination. Vitamins B6 and B12 are particularly important for fertility and hormonal function. Fortified cereals, fortified soy-based meat substitutes, baked potatoes with skin, bananas, light-meat chicken and turkey, eggs, and spinach are all great sources of B6 and beef, clams, mussels, crabs, salmon, poultry, soybeans, and fortified foods have healthy amounts of B12.

Folic Acid
Folic Acid, also known as folate, is essential for the production of genetic material in conjunction with vitamin B12. The body cannot store Folic Acid so it must be replenished regularly. It is found naturally in dark green leafy vegetables, apricots, avocados, carrots, egg yolks, liver, melons, whole grains, and yeasts.

Zinc
Zinc is an essential component of genetic material and plays an important role in the fertility of men (affecting sperm count) and women. Zinc is vital to healthy cell division, so healthy zinc levels are essential for fertility and during pregnancy. Zinc occurs naturally in oats, rye, almonds, pumpkin seeds and peas.

Essential Fatty Acids
Essential Fatty Acids (EFA’s) work on every system of the body and are essential for healthy hormone production. EFA’s can prevent blood from clotting inappropriately which can be helpful to women who have suffered from recurrent miscarriages (if clotting was an issue) during
pregnancy. They are primarily found in fish oils, flax oils and seeds and walnuts.

Vitamin E
Vitamin E is an antioxidant. Low vitamin E levels can be a cause for subfertility in men and women. It is important to consume plenty of vitamin E if you are planning a pregnancy. Vitamin E is found in wheat germ cereal, sunflower seeds, dark green leafy vegetables, nuts, brown rice, eggs, milk, organ meats, soy beans and sweet potatoes and almonds. Tip: Throw out your peanut butter and use almond butter instead or sprinkle wheat germ on your cereal and salads every day.

Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an antioxidant, helpful to sperm production and may play a role in healthy ovulation. Vitamin C is essential to the normal healthy functioning of many systems in the human body during pregnancy. Excellent sources include black currants, raw red peppers, guavas and citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits. Other good sources include strawberries, organic kiwifruit, broccoli and Brussel sprouts.

“Marginal deficiencies of zinc during pregnancy can result in spontaneous abortion, pregnancy related toxemia, premature or extended delivery, and prolonged labor. Certain birth defects are also related to minor zinc deficiencies. Zinc is highly involved in all phases of growth of the fetus, stabilizes the genetic code in each cell so that growth goes as planned, and is a component of insulin which helps regulate the glucose needed by baby, and much more. The daily requirement for zinc during pregnancy is 15 milligrams.” - Parenting.ivillage.com

Iron
Iron aids in the production of red blood cells and carries oxygen around our bodies. The body can lose iron through menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth or blood loss (including blood donation). Leafy green vegetables, beans, shellfish, red meat, poultry, and soy food products are all good sources of iron.

Vitamin A
Vitamin A is an antioxidant essential at conception for the developing embryo in pregnancy. Natural sources include carrots, tomatoes, cabbage, and spinach. Be cautious using synthetic vitamin A during pregnancy because large amounts can be toxic to your fetus. Stick with food sources and food based prenatal vitamins. You can also double check the label of your prenatal to make sure your vitamin A is beta carotene which is safe and necessary for pregnancy.

Other vital food groups for pregnancy
Beans and legumes are good sources of protein, fiber, calcium, iron, thiamine, and niacin. Make a big batch of beans when you have time and freeze them in small containers. Be careful with canned varieties, as they’re usually higher in sodium and their nutritional value is a bit lower since they’re processed using high temperatures. Soybeans provide more protein than any other bean or legume, making them a staple for either the vegan or non-vegan. Soybeans are rich in many nutrients, including calcium and iron which is vital in pregnancy.

Include plenty of whole grains like brown rice, quinoa, millet, and oats as they’re a great source of fiber, minerals, protein and B complex vitamins. Buy the least processed grain types you can find, since many of the commercially prepared grains have had the nutritional and beneficial germ and bran removed. If you are gluten intolerant, that will not change with pregnancy. Many experts believe that humans are not designed to eat wheat. Stay away from anything that makes your body ill for maximum fertility, a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.

Dark green leafy vegetables like kale, collard greens, watercress, and spinach are especially important while pregnant or breastfeeding because they supply so many vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron. Dark leafy green vegetables also are rich in phytochemicals like beta carotene and lutein which protect against many forms of cancer.

Vegetables from the cabbage family such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage are wonderful sources of vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium. They are also rich in phytochemicals that have anticancer properties. Dark green leafy vegetables and cabbage family vegetables provide important nutrients that help to promote a plentiful milk supply for your baby.

Nuts and seeds are good sources of fiber, protein, minerals, and essential fatty acids. Be sure to eat flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, almonds and walnuts to get omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for baby’s brain and nervous system development as well as your own health during pregnancy. Nuts and seeds can be eaten raw or toasted, and work great in a salad made of dark leafy green vegetables.

Lastly, it’s important to drink plenty of water, and make sure you’re getting plenty of rest during pregnancy. A well-hydrated, well-rested body recovers more quickly, and ready to take on the challenges that life with a newborn baby brings with it.

Pregnancy is a wonderful time in your life. It can also be very taxing and exhausting for your body, mind and spirit at times. But by nourishing your body with these great superfoods, you’ll be energized, strong, and sharp, and ready to welcome your pending bundle of joy healthy and happy.

Sheryl’s comment:
It is difficult to get all the necessary nutrients your body needs when you are not pregnant. It is clearly more important to build up and maintain proper nutritional stores while pregnant for healthy fetal development and just as importantly, to prevent an unnecessary drain on you as your baby takes what it needs from your body.

The safest way to build and maintain nutritional stores is to start a hardcore nutritional plan at least three months prior to conception and throughout breastfeeding. Try to avoid toxins, stress, lack of sleep and other nutrient draining activities. Make sure to include:

• At least one dark green leafy salad a day topped with oil (flax or walnut), vinegar, nuts, seeds and berries
• A food based prenatal vitamin
• A daily superfood supplement that includes seaweeds, grasses, algaes, probiotics and digestive enzymes
• Nettle and Red Raspberry tea
• Tons of filtered water (preferably reverse osmosis)
• Eat a huge plate of steamed veggies every single day
• Eat fruit, melons or berries every morning

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After weeks of counting, it finally comes to that crucial third trimester of your pregnancy. The primary concern of pregnant women during this period is premature birth.

Medical experts said that beginning 28 weeks, a fetus can survive outside the mother’s womb provided the lungs are developed enough. Birth at less than 37 weeks is considered premature however and poses a myriad of complications both to the mother and child.

The following are some useful tips to deal with your third trimester pregnancy:

1.Always consult your doctor.*
Prenatal check-ups are a must. Your doctor will suggest the frequency of the visit depending on laboratory results and you and your baby’s condition. Your doctor will guide you also on what to expect as ‘that time’ draws near. Ask about false labor, cramps and morning sickness. Yes, there are some who still experience morning sickness during this period.

2.Go on a diet.
Seek your doctor’s advice on the right regimen for you. Avoid sweet and salty foods. Eat a huge salad every day, tons of fruit and vegetables, ground flaxseeds and walnuts. Don’t forget a quality prenatal supplement. Don’t overeat or gorge on 7-11 junk food using pregnancy as an excuse. Every bite you take counts and you only need an extra 300 calories a day to grow a healthy, strong baby.

3.Exercise.
Just because you are pregnant doesn’t mean you should stop exercising. Exercise reduces pain and discomfort which is heightened during the third trimester. Walking and prenatal yoga are excellent prenatal exercises that keep your circulation strong and your body limber and toned. Try to look for the plan you’re most comfortable with so you can reduce those cramps, lower back pains and heavy thighs.

4.Be prepared for the event.
In life, we should always plan for the inevitable. Make sure you have everything covered. Make drills with your husband or anyone involved so that the people around you will remember the details from distant memory. To-do-lists are sometimes torn apart or cannot be found during emergencies. It is crucial during this period to post the hotline numbers of your doctor and/or hospital for ambulance. Keep a bag ready at this point. You don’t want your husband to pack your bag at the last minute. The last thing you need is a pair of thong underwear. If you live a far distance from the hospital, make sure your car from this point on, has a steady supply of gasoline at any time of the day.

5.Join a club or clinic.
Pregnancy is supposed to be a joyful feeling. However, there are pregnant women who experience mild to significant symptoms of depression. Seek a club or clinic nearest you so you can relate to other pregnant women. Share thoughts and tips on how to deal with pregnancy and what to expect especially if it’s your first time. Make it a fun and learning session by bringing your husband or family members with you. You can also look for an online forum where you can freely discuss what you feel and learn from other expectant moms like you. If doing these doesn’t help, seek a therapist who can help you.

6.Live a healthy lifestyle.
Drug abuse is a definite no-no. Furthermore, studies show that up to 25% of pregnant women are abused physically or emotionally leading to premature birth or worst miscarriage. Women should seek help from friends or relatives if they are being abused and should avoid physical abuse at all cost. There are various groups or affiliations across the nation who can help you deal with women abuse. Or you can call National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY). ‘You say to yourself, I live a healthy and positive lifestyle. Nothing could possibly go wrong.’ Think again.

It’s 8am in the office and the start of your third trimester. You’re still working, busy transitioning your work load to a co-worker or boss, and seemed to have forgotten you’re having a baby in a few months time or anytime now. You’re still busy working like there’s no tomorrow. Take a pause and rethink your priorities.

Stress from work could also lead to unwanted results and affect if not hinder the development of your baby. You and your baby need rest so sleep with the right amount of time. Avoid destructive emotional stress. Pregnancy is a delicate time and should be cherished. Remember, you’ve patiently counted for the days, the weeks, and the months just to see and hold your baby in your arms.

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