October 2009
25 posts
Smoking cessation links
Using text messages to quit smoking can improve chances for becoming smokefree. Text2quit
The 26 week programme with daily text message countdown + action plan then personalised text messages and tips are delivered via your mobile phone.
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A recent study of people who participated in the program’s first year found that one-third were abstinent...
Epidural Injections →
An epidural injection is an injection of steroids or other medications into the epidural space. The steroid injection reduces the inflammation and swelling of spinal nerves which…
Why Alcohol is Dangerous to the unborn child
When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, so does her unborn baby.
Alcohol in the mother’s blood passes through the placenta to the baby through the umbilical cord. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, and a range of lifelong disorders, known as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). Children with FASDs might have the following characteristics and behaviors:
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders →
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) can occur when a pregnant woman consumes alcohol. The most recognized FASDs are fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol effects.
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MMR Vaccine and Pregnancy →
The MMR vaccine is not recommended for women who are pregnant. Women who receive the MMR vaccine should also avoid becoming pregnant for at least 28 days after vaccination.
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Melatonin and Pregnancy →
The safety of taking melatonin during pregnancy has not been established. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Melatonin is sometimes used to combat jet lag, protect cells from
Largactil and Pregnancy →
Largactil (phenothiazine) should only be used during pregnancy when the benefits to the mother clearly outweigh potential risks to the fetus. Problems have been noted in babies which…
Swine Flu Exposure in Third Trimester of Pregnancy →
Swine flu (now called novel H1N1) poses a greater risk to pregnant women, with the highest risk being during the second and third trimesters. Most deaths of pregnant women with…
Jaundice and Bilirubin Levels →
Jaundice occurs when bilirubin levels in the blood are too high. In newborns, it is not uncommon for bilirubin levels to be elevated at one to three days of age. In some cases, too much…
Congenital Heart Disease Mortality Statistics →
Congenital heart disease (also called congenital heart defect) is the leading cause of death due to a birth defect in children under one year of age.
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Congenital Heart Disease Frequency →
Approximately 35,000 babies are born with congenital heart disease (also called congenital heart defect) each year. It is the leading cause of death due to a birth defect in children under…
Cause of Congenital Heart Disease in Infants →
Congenital heart disease (also called congenital heart defect) causes may include maternal viral infections, alcohol or drug abuse, and genetic abnormalities.
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Sjogren's Syndrome and Pregnancy →
Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that among other symptoms results in dry eyes and mouth. For pregnant women, vaginal secretions can also be reduced and congenital…
Home - Pregnancy & Birth and Mother & Baby |... →
British site with videos. Site for “Mother and Baby” and “Pregnancy and Birth” magazines
Lamotrigine and Pregnancy →
Lamotrigine has been classified as a category C medication by the U.S. FDA, indicating that the medication should only be used during pregnancy when the benefits to the mother clearly…
Create a Meetup group in your area →
Create a site that brings together people in your area who share like interests.
Introducing Tweetlet - twitter for pregnancy | →
Get updates to your twitter account to inform you of pregnancy progress. Choose from the standpoint of relative, friend, parent and follow the journey.
Lexapro and Breastfeeding →
Lexapro use while breastfeeding should be considered carefully, weighing the potential benefits against the potential risks. No adequate studies have been performed in women for determining…
Nicotine and Breastfeeding →
Nicotine use in breastfeeding is not recommended. Nicotine freely passes into breastmilk. Nicotine can cause irritability and gastro-intestinal disturbances in nursing infants. Nicotine…
Benefits of Breastfeeding →
There are numerous benefits to breastfeeding. Not only does breastfeeding save a family the cost of formula and help mother lose weight, it also helps to raise a child’s immune system and…
September 2009
66 posts
Invega and Pregnancy →
The use of Invega (paliperidone) during pregnancy is not recommended. The use of Invega has been shown to increase the risk of newborn death. Invega may be prescribed by your health care…
Attenade and Pregnancy →
It is not recommended to use Attenade (dexmethylphenidate) during pregnancy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has placed Attenade in pregnancy category C. This means that there…
Asenapine and Pregnancy →
Women who are pregnant should only use asenapine (Saphris) during pregnancy when the benefits to the mother clearly outweigh any potential risks to the fetus. The U.S. Food and Drug…
Anacin and Pregnancy →
Anacin use in pregnancy is not recommended. The FDA has given Anacin a pregnancy category C rating. Anacin can cause problems in the unborn child if used during the last 3 months of…