Gentle movement can benefit women of all ages and fitness levels and can include physical activities that are low-impact and easy on the body.
Focus on fluid motions that can help with flexibility, strength, and mental clarity without the strain of high-intensity exercises.
The benefits of protecting your child against a serious disease outweigh the possible side effects from vaccines. Most side effects from vaccines are minor, treatable, and do not last long. Serious reactions are very rare. If you have concerns or questions, talk to your child’s doctor.
Adults need vaccines too.
The recommended vaccination schedule is designed to protect you and your growing family before being exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. There are vaccines you can get while you are pregnant, that help protect your baby even after they are born.
Keeping your family safe from lead is super important for your little ones and for any moms who are expecting or just had a baby. Lead can be very harmful, especially to kids and unborn babies.
Remember, simple steps like regular hand washing and keeping your home dust-free can make a big difference in protecting your family from lead.
Have you been worried about the way you feel? Deep feelings of sadness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, changes in appetite, and trouble concentrating may be a sign of depression. You can become depressed while pregnant or after you’ve had your baby. It is important to tell a doctor or nurse about your concerns.
If you need immediate help, please call 988 or text WYO to 741741. You will be connected with a trained counselor that provides free emotional support and crisis counseling to people in distress.
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Plan for growing your family. Talk with your doctor about your plans to get pregnant.
If you are planning to get pregnant, you need 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid (folate) every day from fortified foods and/or vitamins in addition to eating a healthy diet. Taking enough folic acid at least one month before and during pregnancy, helps prevent defects in your baby’s spine and brain as they grow.
Foods that have folate include:
Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and drug use.
Smoking during pregnancy is the single most preventable cause of illness and death among mothers and infants.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome has life-long effects for children and their families. When a woman is pregnant, there is no safe time, amount, or type of alcohol, tobacco, or other drug use.
Perhaps you are not ready to plan for your next child or you are done having children. If birth control is part of your family plan, you can begin talking to your doctor about it while you are still pregnant. It is also important to let your doctor know if you plan to breastfeed, because some birth control methods may have hormones that limit your milk production.
Whether you’re counting down the days until you meet your baby or you’re already adapting to life with your little one, trust in your incredible strength. You’re doing an amazing job. Every step of the way, remember: YOU GOT THIS!
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Side-Lying Hold
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Cross-Cradle Hold
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Clutch or “Football” Hold
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Cradle Hold
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Laid-Back Hold
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