According to statistic, 85% of women worried mostly about the health of the baby during pregnancy. This is nothing new for us women. We all know that from the moment we know about the pregnancy, the miniscule human being in your belly gets priority number one and any problems during the pregnancy can make you very nervous..

On this web site, we are trying to get all the information you need to help you live with happiness during your pregnancy. Remember that serenity will help you get to the end of this pregnancy very successfully.

Some questions and answers about pregnancy:

2. Taking folic acid during pregnancy:
It's necessary to complement the daily diet with folic acid to reduce the risk of malformations in the neural tube. Also folic acid helps the woman to produce the extra red blood cells needed in the pregnancy. Also scientists are studying the possible connection with the concentration of haemocisteine (present in the body when the woman is not taking folic acid) and the risk of preeclampsia.

3. Anxiety in the pregnancy:
A recent investigation in the United Kingdom showed that women that suffered extreme anxiety during the last three months of pregnancy had hyperactive babies. So, for your own good, relax!

4. Consuming alcohol during pregnancy:
Alcohol goes through the placenta to the baby, so during pregnancy it should be avoided. The biggest risk is excess of alcohol and can be the cause of alcoholic fetal syndrome. Recent studies show that a drink daily can cause lack of growth and future behavior problems.

5. Consuming caffeine in the pregnancy:
Recent studies have shown that there might be a relationship between the frequent consumption of caffeine and abortion. Because of that, it is not recommended to drink more than two small cups of coffee daily during pregnancy and if it's possible change to decaf.

6. Take prescription drugs during pregnancy:
The golden rule is to talk to your doctor as soon as you know you are pregnant. During pregnancy there are a few prescription drugs which are safe to take, but please ask a doctor before taking any medication. Paracetamol is the only safe analgesic to take during pregnancy.
Also remember that some "natural" products can have dangerous secondary effects in pregnancy.

7. Exercise during pregnancy:
Exercise is beneficial for yours and your baby's health. Walking, swimming and soft exercises like yoga are very efective. Some sports are not recommended during pregnancy like high impact aerobic and contact sports of high risks, like riding horses or sky diving. If you are going to the gym, tell the instructor that you are pregnant and they will know which exercises to recommend.

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