All about about becoming a mum
Gestational diabetes is caused as a result of increased blood sugar levels during pregnancy. It is believed that upto 10% pregnant women get affected by this in the U.S. You needn’t have ever been diagnosed with diabetes in order to get this during your pregnancy.
A practice that has been followed over generation is Swaddling. This involves wrapping your baby in a blanket to keep them secure. The infant’s arms and legs are ticked in tightly and the blanket envelopes them neck down. When you swaddle your baby, you are essentially giving the position of the womb to your infant.
Swaddling prevents the baby from getting startled from sounds or even no reason at all. This reflex last for about 3-6 months but can tend to prevent the baby from sleeping. Swaddling enables the baby to sleep soundly and sleep longer, giving you some extra time as well.
When it comes baby loungers you are spoilt for choice. Most baby loungers give the newborns a sense of familiarity and comfort by mimicking the mother’s womb. These infant loungers are well designed pillows with a groove to ensure your baby can lie down at ease.
If you have had a miscarriage, the obvious feelings of fear and anxiety tend to overpower any other emotion, but do know that this is quite common among many women and it really helps to look at the positive in this situation. Getting pregnant post a miscarriage can be done sooner than imagined and before you know it, there will be another mini-you on the way.
It helps make your breastfeeding journey more comfortable, helps with your posture and helps you find a good position to feed your baby.
Key benefits of using a breastfeeding pillow:
Eases the strain on your back, neck and arms during breastfeeding
Comforts and supports the baby to feel more secure
Gives baby easier access to your breast as it raises the height the baby is at
We have always been advised about how important it is to drink regular fluids to stay hydrated but during pregnancy, it is more important now than ever to do so. Staying hydrated not only helps you feel amazing, but it is extremely important for a child’s development.
