Q. I�ve been suffering from insomnia during pregnancy for a couple months now and I want to know what the easiest way to cure insomnia during pregnancy is. I�ve taken those herbal remedies like Sleep-MD and they don�t seem to be much of a cure for insomnia. So what are my best options for curing insomnia during pregnancy?
A. Insomnia during pregnancy is usually caused by discomfort on the growing abdomen and stress from expecting a new baby. You can try several things from home to help you relax your body and mind like: taking a warm bath and lighting up some of your favorite scented candles, listen to relaxing music before bedtime, or even adjusting the room temperature to where you feel most comfortable. As far as removing the discomfort from the abdomen goes, I�d suggest going out and purchasing a pregnancy body pillow. It�s designed to curve with your body and give support so you should feel more comfortable and in return cure your pregnancy insomnia.
How to increase the blood pressure during pregnancy?
Q. My wife's blood pressure always drops to 90/60 during pregnancy, are there any safe medicines or food supplements to increase the blood pressure?
A. I have a medical disorder that makes my BP low, and worse during pregnancy.
The main thing your wife needs is to stay hydrated, drink lots and lots of water. Fluids keep the BP up.
Eat every few hours. Small meals regularly. This will keep her energy levels up, and head clear.
May sound a bit of a no no, but salt. Eat salty foods ( not too many!!) as this is good for low BP.
The main thing your wife needs is to stay hydrated, drink lots and lots of water. Fluids keep the BP up.
Eat every few hours. Small meals regularly. This will keep her energy levels up, and head clear.
May sound a bit of a no no, but salt. Eat salty foods ( not too many!!) as this is good for low BP.
What does everyone think about flying during pregnancy?
Q. I have heard that flying during pregnancy is safe up until the last three months but some people say that you should avoid flying during the first three months too. Others say flying during pregnancy is risky at all times. I dont know what to think!
A. It is perfectly safe to fly during pregnancy, as long as your doctor checks you out first and says you are fine. You should go get a complete check-up from your doctor just prior to your trip. Some airlines may require a medical certificate from your doctor before allowing you to board, so verify that with your airline.
I flew during various stages of my first two pregnancies, and both my children turned out fine (they are now 7 & 5). I am going to be traveling internationally by plane next month also to visit my parents for the summer before my baby is born. I'll be leaving when I'm 12 weeks, and returning when I'm 30 weeks.
Airline regulations state:
Obstetrical patients are free to fly, but pose a significant risk in later stages of precipitating delivery during flight. Pregnancy past 32 weeks should be carefully considered for restriction from flight and must be accompanied with an authorization note from a doctor. Those past 36 weeks should be prohibited from flying unless personally accompanied by their doctor. (Taken from my husbands flight security and survival manual & FAA site) http://www.faa.gov/other_visit/aviation_industry/designees_delegations/designee_types/ame/media/Section%20II.7.1%20Transportation%20of%20Patients%20by%20Airline.doc
Please note that while FAA regulations do not prohibit flying while pregnant, and even if you bring a doctors note, the final decision is entirely up to the Captain (who will be informed by the gate crew of your status).
While traveling I advise you to keep your medical records, and the name and number of your doctor in case an emergency should arise. You should also get the name and number of a doctor where you will be staying/visiting in case an emergency comes up.
To keep yourself safe and comfortable on the trip, follow these simple things:
*drink plenty of water
*avoid caffeine
*don't eat food that causes gas for at least one day before you travel (pressure builds up as you ascend through the altitudes and could cause pain)
*walk around as much as you can (up and down the aisles)
*stretch while sitting
*wear loose fitting clothing
*wear slip on shoes (your feet may swell)
*wear maternity support pantyhose or socks
*try to get an aisle seat or a front row seat for more leg room
*eat light foods
*eat small meals or snacks at frequent intervals
*do not eat salt
*ask for a seat belt extender and wear it just under your abdomen
*try to relax
I hope you have a safe (and uneventful) trip. If I can be of any more help or assistance, please feel free to contact me
I flew during various stages of my first two pregnancies, and both my children turned out fine (they are now 7 & 5). I am going to be traveling internationally by plane next month also to visit my parents for the summer before my baby is born. I'll be leaving when I'm 12 weeks, and returning when I'm 30 weeks.
Airline regulations state:
Obstetrical patients are free to fly, but pose a significant risk in later stages of precipitating delivery during flight. Pregnancy past 32 weeks should be carefully considered for restriction from flight and must be accompanied with an authorization note from a doctor. Those past 36 weeks should be prohibited from flying unless personally accompanied by their doctor. (Taken from my husbands flight security and survival manual & FAA site) http://www.faa.gov/other_visit/aviation_industry/designees_delegations/designee_types/ame/media/Section%20II.7.1%20Transportation%20of%20Patients%20by%20Airline.doc
Please note that while FAA regulations do not prohibit flying while pregnant, and even if you bring a doctors note, the final decision is entirely up to the Captain (who will be informed by the gate crew of your status).
While traveling I advise you to keep your medical records, and the name and number of your doctor in case an emergency should arise. You should also get the name and number of a doctor where you will be staying/visiting in case an emergency comes up.
To keep yourself safe and comfortable on the trip, follow these simple things:
*drink plenty of water
*avoid caffeine
*don't eat food that causes gas for at least one day before you travel (pressure builds up as you ascend through the altitudes and could cause pain)
*walk around as much as you can (up and down the aisles)
*stretch while sitting
*wear loose fitting clothing
*wear slip on shoes (your feet may swell)
*wear maternity support pantyhose or socks
*try to get an aisle seat or a front row seat for more leg room
*eat light foods
*eat small meals or snacks at frequent intervals
*do not eat salt
*ask for a seat belt extender and wear it just under your abdomen
*try to relax
I hope you have a safe (and uneventful) trip. If I can be of any more help or assistance, please feel free to contact me
How did you quit smoking during pregnancy?
Q. I'm about 5 weeks along and have been smoking for 15 years. I will quit, and have already cut back quite a bit. I'm wondering how YOU did it? Did you quit, or do you know someone that quit during pregnancy by taking a prescription medication? I will ask my Doctor about this during my first prenatal appointment, but would like to know personal experiences.
Is the patch considered "safe" during pregnancy? I'm sure it's not the best thing for the baby, but I'm assuming there's no way it comes close to all the harmful additives in cigarettes.
Is the patch considered "safe" during pregnancy? I'm sure it's not the best thing for the baby, but I'm assuming there's no way it comes close to all the harmful additives in cigarettes.
A. Firstly congrats :)
With my four children I never managed to quit but did cut back a fair amount. My Dr said the patches are not safe as it is a constant stream of nicotine into your blood system vs having a smoke and it being in your blood system for a short period. I don't think that any stop smoking medications would be safe to take during pregnancies. The ones I know of are not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding and you pretty much have to quit cold turkey, which is what my friends have done that have quit upon finding out they were pregnant. Definitely speak to a Dr about it and they can double check anything or here we have a hotline to check what medications etc are safe to take whilst pregnant.
(As an aside before people start saying how horrific I am for continuing to smoke during my pregnancies, I did quit with two pregnancies and lost both babies, one at 20 weeks (first pregnancy) and one at 8 weeks (third pregnancy) so for me I felt it was safer to continue to smoke and cut back to only a few a day and have healthy pregnancies rather than risk losing my babies by quitting)
I wish you the best of luck with your pregnancy and quitting smoking :)
With my four children I never managed to quit but did cut back a fair amount. My Dr said the patches are not safe as it is a constant stream of nicotine into your blood system vs having a smoke and it being in your blood system for a short period. I don't think that any stop smoking medications would be safe to take during pregnancies. The ones I know of are not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding and you pretty much have to quit cold turkey, which is what my friends have done that have quit upon finding out they were pregnant. Definitely speak to a Dr about it and they can double check anything or here we have a hotline to check what medications etc are safe to take whilst pregnant.
(As an aside before people start saying how horrific I am for continuing to smoke during my pregnancies, I did quit with two pregnancies and lost both babies, one at 20 weeks (first pregnancy) and one at 8 weeks (third pregnancy) so for me I felt it was safer to continue to smoke and cut back to only a few a day and have healthy pregnancies rather than risk losing my babies by quitting)
I wish you the best of luck with your pregnancy and quitting smoking :)
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