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3 Weeks Pregnant: What to Expect
Your baby is developing fast and it is only fair that you should know everything about it. Find out about the exciting foetal development in the 3rd week of pregnancy and other pregnancy milestones that you achieve during this week through this article.
Your Baby’s Growth During Pregnancy - Week 3
It’s the 3rd week of your pregnancy and the good news is that the fetus is already under development. During this week your baby is just a tiny ball with 100's of cells that are multiplying rapidly. The part of the tiny ball or blastocyst that will develop into a placenta starts producing pregnancy hormone (HCG) in the 3rd week of pregnancy. This hormone stops the further production of eggs and triggers an increase in the production of estrogen and progesterone. These hormones ensure that your ovary doesn’t shed the uterine lining. Your little blastocyst is safe and sound in your uterine lining during the 3rd week and receives oxygen and nutrients through the tunnels that connect the little ball of cells to the blood vessels in the uterine wall.
What is the Baby's Size?
This week is crucial because, during this week, the fertilized egg safely implants itself in the uterine lining and starts developing with the help of oxygen and nutrients that it receives through the blood vessels of the uterine lining. While the development itself is interesting but the 3 weeks pregnant baby size is negligible. In technical terms, baby’s length is 0.0in and baby’s weight is 0.0gm.
Common Body Changes
From the onset of pregnancy till the end, body changes during pregnancy in women are drastic. In the first few weeks of pregnancy, the difference that a woman feels in her body and demeanor are quite similar. In fact, each of these symptoms or changes heighten with each passing week of pregnancy. Some of the continued body changes in the 3rd week of pregnancy are soreness of breasts, elevated basal body temperature, exhaustion, and loss of appetite.
Symptoms of Pregnancy at Week 3
Symptoms of pregnancy differ from woman to woman but here are a few common symptoms that may help you to find out a week before the pregnancy test that you are pregnant.
Swollen or tender breasts
An elevated sense of smell
Always exhausted
Frequent urination
Dislike towards selective food
A lurking sense of vomiting and nausea
Bleeding or to be more accurate spotting, while the egg implants itself in the uterine lining
An all-time elevated basal body temperature
Belly at Week 3 of Pregnancy
You will be excited to see minor body changes taking place during the 3rd week of pregnancy. But a growing belly is not one of them. You may feel bloated but that’s not really because of the growing baby inside. You have quite a few weeks ahead of you till you actually start looking pregnant. So, you can safely preserve your secret till you are ready to tell the world that you are expecting.
3 Weeks Ultrasound
At three weeks, your baby is a very tiny fertilized egg called the marula and is as small as a grain of salt. It is also on the move and hence very difficult to be detected during the ultrasound. By 4th week though you may be able to see a thicker uterine lining confirming that the little marula has reached its destination and is safe and secure in the uterus for the next nine months.
What to Eat
Before you start eating for 2 people, stop and listen to what the doctors have to say. According to the doctors, a mother to be is only supposed to gain 1 to 2 kg in the whole of the 1st trimester. So, pull back and don’t indulge in excessive eating. Just continue to eat a healthy and wholesome meal with a daily intake of prenatal vitamins including folic acid. Here are a few diet tips for you for 3rd-week pregnancy food.
Folic acid is a vital vitamin for the proper growth of the fetus. So sooner you start its intake, the better. Whole grain and leafy vegetables are rich in folic acid or folate. So, be sure to include them in plenty in your daily diet. And for extra insurance, please don’t hesitate to take a supplement for folic acid.
Avoid junk food as much as possible. Cut down the intake of extra sugar and white flour in any form. Throw saturated fats out of your diet and replace it with salads and grilled meat instead of deep crispy fry food. Junk food, especially fats increase the risk of pregnancy nausea and vomiting. So better say no to all kinds of junk.
Your pregnancy diet for the 3rd week should include lots of leafy vegetables, fruits like apricots, carrots, mangoes etc, hearty whole grains and low-fat dairy products. Eat and stay healthy for the sake of the little angel growing inside you.
Skipping your meals and hurrying through them is a big ‘no’. Relish your meals and start eating a wholesome meal three times a day. This habit will take you a long way and ensure a steady supply of nutrients to your baby, throughout the pregnancy and even later.
Scan your dietary habits and get help in case you have an eating disorder. It is important that you enlist help with a dietician before it’s too late.
Tips & Care
The first and foremost tip for week three is to get in touch with a health care provider that you like and trust. This person is going to play a key role throughout your pregnancy, hence, the earlier you identify one, the better. If you are comfortable having a midwife around or a family physician to advise you through and through, then so be it. Here are a few dos and don’ts that you may you to keep in mind for the third week.
Dos
Pay attention to your body and look out for early signs of pregnancy.
Get yourself an at-home pregnancy test kit.
Eat healthy food with a mandatory inclusion of folic acid or folate in your diet.
Eat five servings of fruits and vegetables daily.
Go ahead and get a supplement of prenatal vitamin with folic acid.
Don’ts
Avoid junk food.
Quit smoking, drinking or using drugs.
Don’t shop for clothes yet. You will fit into your current clothes for next few weeks.
Don’t take stress at home or at work especially at this phase. It can hinder the development of your baby.
Consult your doctor and avoid taking medicines of any kind.
What you need to shop for
Your shopping bucket for week 3 stays simple and sweet. Buy yourself a pregnancy book if you haven’t bought one yet. Buy a home pregnancy kit as it will be handy soon. Add a comfortable cotton bra to the list to ease out the soreness of your breasts. That’s all you need for now and for another few weeks into your pregnancy.
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Fiber Rich Foods for Babies
Most babies are only breastfed for the first six months after their birth as the mother’s milk provides them all the nutrition required for growth at this stage. Once they cross the six-month mark, they will need external food sources to stack up on the nutrients and the vitamins required for their bodies and brain to develop.
It is important that you slowly wean your baby towards baby foods along with occasional breastfeeds once they are six months of age. When you do, it is important to include fibre rich foods in your baby's daily meals.
How Does Fibre Help Babies?
Dietary fibre is mainly of two types – soluble and insoluble fibre. Soluble fibre dissolves in water, helps regulate your baby’s digestion and keeps your baby full for longer. It is also linked to lowering the risk of obesity in kids. Insoluble fibre doesn’t dissolve in water and adds up to your baby’s stool. It is known to regulate the bowel movement in babies and makes an ideal remedy for constipation. There are many high fibre foods for baby’s constipation that can be safely added to your baby’s diet like prunes, pears, plums, etc.
How Much Fibre is Too Much for Babies?
Although there is no particular recommendation of the amount of fibre for babies, according to the report by the US Department of Agriculture, babies need about 14 grams of dietary fibre for every 1000 calories consumed. For babies between the ages of 1 to 3, 19 grams of fibre is necessary on a daily basis.
Ensure that you do not give your baby too much fibre as it may also lead to diarrhoea.
High Fibre Foods For Babies
Before you introduce fibre in your baby’s diet, always consult a paediatrician to seek approval and know of any foods that you need to avoid. Once the doctor approves you can choose a range of high fibre fruits and vegetables for babies and start adding it to their diet gradually.
1. Vegetables
Vegetable fibre can be started on immediately after you wean your baby off breast milk or formula, around six to seven months of age. The best way to introduce vegetables to a baby is to serve them in a mashed or pureed form. As your baby begins teething, you can give him sautéed vegetables or salads. Some of the vegetables that are rich in fibre are:
Spinach
Broccoli
Beans
Peas
Turnip greens
Brussels sprouts
Sweet potatoes
Parsnips
Raw carrots
2. Fruits
Fruits are a rich source of fibre and can be safely introduced to your baby. Ensure to let your baby try only one fruit at a time and notice how his body reacts to it. If he feels any discomfort, discontinue it and try a different fruit. Some fruits that are rich in fibre include:
Apples
Bananas
Prunes
Plums
Apricots
Pears
Peaches
3. Grains
It is best to offer single-grain cereals to your baby in the beginning. However, your baby may not be a fan of the taste and may take some time to get used to it. The best way to figure out which grains are high in fibre is by checking the texture of the food. The grainer the texture is, the higher the fibre content. Some grains that are good for the baby are:
Rice
Oats
Barley
Wheat
Lentils
Chickpeas
Once your baby begins to have teeth, you can also give him whole grain pasta, bread, and Graham crackers.
Fibre Food Recipes for Infants
You can try out these quick recipes that can add a good amount of fibre in your baby’s diet.
1. Hummus Dip With Toast Recipe
Hummus is both delicious and rich in fibre. Here is an easy recipe for a hummus dip that goes well with toast.
What You Need:
Chickpeas, 400 g, drained and rinsed
One lemon
One clove of garlic
Tahini (sesame paste), 2 tablespoons
2 tablespoons of olive oil
2 tablespoons of water
How to Prepare:
Blend all the ingredients together until they form a smooth paste.
Add water as needed for the required consistency.
2. Frozen Pineapple Recipe
This is the simplest way to increase your baby’s fibre intake and requires little to no time. They are also great for your baby when he begins to teeth.
What You Need:
Pineapples
How to Prepare:
Cut the pineapples into thin round slices and refrigerate them for your baby to chew on.
3. Baked Vegetable Sticks Recipe
Vegetables add a great amount of fibre to your baby’s diet. Soft cooked or baked vegetables make for an easy recipe and a perfect source of dietary fibre for the baby.
What You Need:
Carrot
Sweet potato
Pumpkin
Zucchini
Oil
How to Prepare:
Peel and slice the vegetables into long thin slices.
Sprinkle some oil on the vegetables on a baking tray and bake until they become tender.
Serve them with some plain cheese or yoghurt dip.
Fibre-rich foods are important for proper bowel function and when given in the right quantity can complement your baby’s diet. However, always check with a paediatrician before you introduce any new foods to your baby.
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Benefits of Groundnut Oil (Peanut Oil)
Groundnut oil, also known as peanut oil, is used for cooking in some parts of the world. This oil has a nutty flavour and offers various health benefits. It is loaded with monounsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants. Find out why you should start using peanut oil.
Nutritional Facts of Groundnut Oil
Peanut or groundnut oil is extracted from the seeds of the peanut plant. There are many varieties of peanut oil available in the market such as refined peanut oil, cold-pressed peanut oil, gourmet peanut oil and blended peanut oil. You can choose and pick any of these as per your requirements. This nutritious oil is loaded with the goodness of many vitamins and minerals. The following table represents the approximate values of nutrition present in one cup or 216 g of peanut oil.
Nutrient
Value
Energy
1910 calories
Saturated Fats
36.5 grams
Monosaturated fats
99.8 grams
Poly saturated fats
69.1 grams
Total Fat
216 grams
Phytosterols
447 grams
Vitamin E
0.0339 grams
Table source: https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/fats-and-oils/506/2
Benefits of Groundnut Oil
If you have never used peanut oil before, it's time you should because it can be very beneficial for your health. read some of the following benefits and include this miraculous oil in your daily diet:
1. Improves Insulin Sensitivity
If you are speculating whether groundnut oil is a healthy choice for diabetic patients or not, then rest assured because it is. It is really good for people with diabetes. This is because this oil contains more amounts of unsaturated fats than saturated fats, which helps in improving insulin sensitivity and thus regulating the blood sugar levels.
2. Helps in Hair Growth
The Vitamin E in peanut oil helps strengthen the hair follicles and repairs the hair damage. Massaging the scalp with this hair helps prevent the occurrence of dandruff. The presence of fatty acids in this oil helps restore the damaged hair and encourage new hair growth.
3. Lowers the Signs of Ageing
Ageing is inevitable, however, with extra care, we can help in delaying the process. And peanut oil can help! Peanut oil has anti-ageing properties and is also a rich source of Vitamin E. This oil helps in reducing the visible signs of ageing such as dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles, patchy skin, pigmentation etc. You can use cold-pressed groundnut oil on your skin. A few drops can be applied directly on the face and neck.
4. Prevents Arthritis
Arthritis is a condition that occurs due to inflammation of the bones. You can use groundnut oil in cooking to keep this condition at bay because this oil is loaded with anti-inflammatory properties. Cold-pressed oil can alleviate the pain and also help reduce the associated joint inflammation. This oil can also help in strengthening the joints and keeps the joint pain at bay.
5. Lowers the Risk of Cancer
This oil is loaded with antioxidants, which makes it an ideal substitute in your daily diet for preventing various kinds of cancers. Antioxidants help in fighting the free radicals in the body by reducing oxidative stress. However, caution should be exercised while heating this oil for longer duration as oxidation may occur, which can make this oil extremely toxic for consumption.
6. Lowers the Risk of Heart Diseases
This oil contains good cholesterol or HDL and lowers the amounts of bad cholesterol (LDL). In comparison to other oils, peanut oil does not lead to blockage of arteries and also helps in maintaining the cholesterol levels in the body. All these properties help in lowering the chances of heart diseases.
7. Hydrates the Lips
Peanut oil is great for moisturising the soft and delicate skin of the lips. Peanut oil contains Vitamin E, which helps in making the lips soft and supple and restores the natural pinkish tinge on the lips.
8. Prevents Acne
The anti-inflammatory properties of this oil help in reducing the chances of acne by reducing skin inflammation, shrinking pores, and reducing bacterial colonies. For best result, add a few drops of lemon juice in the oil and apply on the skin.
9. Keeps Blood Pressure Levels Under Control
Peanut oil contains sufficient amount of monosaturated fats, which help in regulating the blood pressure levels in the body and keep heart ailments at bay.
10. Improves Blood Circulation
The presence of linoleic acid in peanut oil helps in stimulating prostaglandin glands, which helps in dilation and contraction of blood vessels and thus improving overall blood circulation in the body.
11. Provides Relief From Constipation
This oil also has laxative properties. Including this oil in your daily diet, even as little as one teaspoon of oil can help in relieving the symptoms of constipation.
Other Uses of Peanut Oil
Mentioned below are some other uses of peanut oil:
It can be used as a salad dressing.
It can be used to make gravies, stir-fries, and curries.
It can be used as barbeque marinades.
It Can be used to make dips, sauces, and peanut butter.
How to Make Groundnut Oil at Home
Although there are many renowned brands that manufacture peanut oil, this oil can be made at home too. If you wish to know the recipe, well, here it is:
Ingredients
Here are some of the ingredients that you will require:
4 cups of raw peanut seeds
4 tablespoons of water
Method
Following are the steps that you should follow:
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan and roast the peanuts until they start giving a fine aroma.
Turn off the flame and allow the peanuts to cool.
Remove the outer covering of the roasted peanuts.
Take the roasted peanuts in a blender and add water to it. Blend to make a smooth paste.
Transfer the groundnut paste in a bowl and keep it in the fridge. Let it sit in the fridge for a day or 24 hours.
The oil will separate from the paste, strain and collect it in a sterilised glass bottle.
Use this homemade oil as desired.
Are There Any Side Effects of Peanut Oil?
There is no doubt that the benefits of peanut oil outweigh its drawbacks. However, it is equally important to learn about the disadvantages of groundnut oil. Peanut oil is loaded with calories and thus can lead to weight gain. Consuming this oil in large amount can increase your bad cholesterol levels in the body and also result in blockage of arteries. This oil may also trigger an allergic reaction that may result in rashes or swelling of mouth or throat.
FAQs
Following are some frequently asked question on peanut oil:
1. How Long Does Groundnut Oil Last?
A sealed or unopened bottle of peanut oil remains in a usable state for up to one year from the date of manufacturing. However, the opened bottle should be consumed within four to six months because beyond this the oil may turn rancid.
2. Is Peanut Oil Better Than Olive Oil?
Peanut oil contains high amounts of unsaturated fats, which is the same as olive oil. However, peanut oil can be heated up to higher temperatures without it turning rancid or toxic, thus as far as frying goes, choosing a peanut oil will be a better choice. On the other hand, olive oil offers great sautéing benefits and can be used for stir-frying too. Both the varieties of oils offer numerous health benefits to our body.
You can use peanut oil regularly as it offers various health benefits. However, don't consume it too much as it can affect your health negatively too.
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5 Workout Tips to do in Office
Forget making excuses for shirking exercise. Even busy moms can squeeze in time to perform these easy office workouts. Do them when sitting or standing to prevent stiffness, strain and pain that's all too common among working professionals. All you need is a few minutes each day.
With more moms taking on the role of homemaker and working professional, there's little time to focus on the self. Simple things like workouts that were once easy to do become next to impossible. However, this shouldn't be an excuse to shirk exercising. Your health is important not just to you but to your family too, so take the time to perform office exercises as much as you can. Here are a few things you can try to get yourself on the road to fitness.
1. Stretching to relieve back pain
There are few things as bad for your back as sitting on a chair for prolonged periods. If you have a desk job, chances are you've already developed a kink in your back. What you can do to relieve stiffness and pain is to stand up every 30 minutes. Place your palms flat against the small of your back and gently bend backwards. Follow up by slowly twisting your torso from side to side.
2. Leg extensions
Use the chair to your advantage and give your thighs a workout. Sit straight and hold the sides of the chair for support. Stretch one leg out straight in front of you and hold it for five seconds. Lower it and do the same with the other leg. Repeat as many times as possible.
3. Relieving eye strain
Staring at a computer for prolonged periods can cause strain that can affect your performance at work. You need to take short breaks regularly. Every 20 minutes or half an hour, stare at an object 20 feet away for about 30 seconds. Blink while doing it to prevent your eyes from drying.
4. Toning Your Arms
Carry a set of dumbbells and leave it at the office. Use it to perform arm exercises while sitting down. Do 20 reps each of bicep and tricep curls every day. In addition to this, do remember to stretch your hands in front of you and rotate your wrists every 30 minutes or so. This can help reduce the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome.
5. Get up and Walk
It could be a trip to the bathroom or the copy room—the more you get up and walk around, the better your neck, back, and legs will thank you. It's easy to find sitting down comfortable and when you're busy with work, you may not always remember to take breaks. A great way to establish a routine is to set reminders on your phone or your computer.
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baby planning kar rhi kuch tips btayiye conceive ho jaye
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Q. when baby is kick? I'm 13 weeks pregnant
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Q. I’m in my 31 week 1 day of pregnancy. What will be my delivery date??
As I have low lying placenta with grade 1 maturity.
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A. you had to correlate is ultrasound examination. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Q. My hemoglobin is 6.4 from 28 weeks of pregnancy. Now I’m 31 weeks pregnant. What should I do?
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A. Haven’t when you having some kind of iron supplement because they’re very good during the time of pregnancy if you are not having one you need to start with and whatever tabs you take you should just take it with any good juice specially pomegranate juice that’s going to help in doubling the impact of the medicine that you’re taking secondly try and include more of Iron which diet like spinach broccoli beetroot pomegranate black rice sweet potato these things are exceptionally healthy for you to consume
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