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How Does Fighting during Pregnancy Affect You and Your Baby
The pregnancy experience is distinctive to each couple. Along with happiness and excitement, the entry of the baby can also bring with with it physical, financial, and emotional stress. You can see that there will be more disputes between your partner and you, than usual. While fighting is common in couples, you should know that disagreements could be harmful for your baby. Read on to know how.
How Does Fighting and Yelling Affect Your Unborn Baby?
It is overwhelming to think that fighting with your husband during pregnancy can affect the baby’s well being. Fighting causes anxiety and depression, and that can harm your baby. Arguing during pregnancy affects the baby, from the brain to the immune system. Some of the effects are listed below
1. Constricted Brain Development
Keep shouting and screaming to a minimum. Anger prohibits the development of your baby's brain. It not only affects the baby’s IQ, but also his/her ability to manage emotions later in life. Babies who are exposed to high levels of stress during pregnancy are prone to anxiety and have a larger amygdala, which is the section of the brain responsible for regulating response to frightening stimuli
2. Physical Deformities
A physical squabble can harm your child. It results in the highest risk of stillbirth. Physical abuse during pregnancy can cause low birth weight, physical injuries, and bleeding, as well.
3. Compromised Immune System
An increase in stress, during or after a fight, can also suppress a child's immune system, leading to illness and health problems in the future.
4. Physiological and Biological Development
Anger increases our heart rates and blood pressure, as well as adrenaline and epinephrine, contributing to growing tension and causing blood vessels to constrict. This results in reduction of oxygen to the uterus, compromising foetal blood supply. It can also cause, ulcers, asthma, high blood pressure (hypertension), heart problems, headaches, skin disorders and digestive problems.
5. Addiction or Overindulgence
There is a direct link between uncontrolled anger and crime, emotional and physical abuse, and other violent behaviours, with fighting during pregnancy. In the future, these people tend to indulge in habits that are dangerous to their health, such as smoking, excessive alcohol use, and overeating.
Common Fights Expectant Couples Have
While each couple is different, and often has their own set of issues they tend to fight about, there are a few sensitive topics that are bound to raise an argument between the husband and wife. Here are common fights that expectant couples tend to have:
1. Being Selfish
Once you’re pregnant, everything revolves around the baby, and rightly so. However, many husbands may feel their wives are obsessed, and can’t talk about anything else, causing a fight, On the other hand, the husband could be caught up with work and miss out on important events such as doctors appointments, angering the wife.
2. Money
Financials are a huge cause for fights between expectant couples. Of course, none of you would have a clear idea of how much your expenses would increase, causing a huge difference in opinion on spending and saving.
3.Name of the Baby
Naming the baby is a huge deal, and most couples want to choose a name that's unique, meaningful, and fit for the baby. Agreeing on a name can be a task, especially if your family members wish to have a say.
Effects of Arguing and Screaming, on the Mother
As the pregnancy progress, the mother experiences significant emotional changes and mood swings that lead to an argument with the partner. These changes are due to rapidly changing levels of the estrogen and progesterone hormones. Yelling, shouting or fighting can be inimical for the mother. Stress may lead to cramping, headaches, nauseous and sleep apnea. It may also lead to premature labour. Arguing while pregnant, in the first trimester, can lead to depression and irritability, as well. Hence, avoiding fights with your partner is the best solution for a peaceful pregnancy.
Tips to Avoid Fighting and Arguing During Pregnancy
A good partnership is very challenging during pregnancy. Besides hormonal changes, lack of sleep and energy, and the changing body shape of the mother, there is a huge life shift for the couple. These changes affect even sturdy relationships, and arguments can pop up more than usual. Here are some tips to avoid a dispute with your partner.
Compliment Each Other More Often
Husbands can compliment their pregnant wife by telling her how excellent she is managing things, or thank her for taking care of the developing child. On the other hand, wives can compliment their husbands for supporting them. This leads to lesser fight.
Be More Understanding
A better understanding with your partner helps avoid arguments. Help each other out with routine tasks in the house, so you both get extra time to rest and rejuvenate.
Talk About Fear, Anxieties, and Future Plans
During pregnancy, there are so many unknown things to be scared of. The wife may be worried about pregnancy, labour, and parenthood. Whereas, the husband may be worried about finances, responsibilities, etc. the Discussion about pregnancy planning strengthens your bond and helps you get into each other's mind.
Go for Activity Classes Together
Do some additional fun things that make you feel better. Joining a yoga or a meditation group gives you the chance to meet other people who share your situation. Exercise keeps you both physically fit and mentally relaxed.
It is normal to have arguments sometimes, which is not likely to cause any harm, but any excessive argument should be avoided, since it may cause serious consequences to both the mother and the baby. Using tips and proper medical therapy can pacify these arguments for a smooth pregnancy. Read more
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Choking & CPR In Infants - First Aid and More
Children are always out and about exploring and therefore chances of an accident occurring can be quite high. Choking and gagging are some of the common mishaps that infants are prone to. It is important to understand that choking is different from gagging by a few parameters. During gagging, a baby’s airways are partially blocked, making it difficult to breathe or cough whereas choking occurs when the airways are fully blocked because of which a baby becomes unable to breathe at all. Under both these conditions, a baby will not be able to breathe, cry, speak or cough freely.
If a baby is coughing effectively when choking, it is best to let the coughing continue as it will help clear the airway. Knowing first aid and effective ways to quickly clear a blocked airway can save a baby’s life.
First Aid for a Baby Who is Choking
Infants and babies are sensitive and prone to incidents such as choking. This is why they need to be handled with care at all times. As a parent or guardian, there are certain questions to which you MUST know the answer to, like what to do if a baby chokes?
Food is a common choking hazard as children at this stage might not be able to chew their food well and therefore swallow it as a whole instead. It is important to understand the symptoms of choking so that the child can be given an immediate and effective first aid.
How to Know if a Baby is Choking?
The following symptoms in a baby can be characteristics of choking:
Difficulty in breathing
Skin colour turns bluish
Loss of consciousness due to wind pipe blockage
High-pitched sounds while inhaling
Inability to make any sound or cry uninterrupted
Hindrance in coughing
How to Stop Your Baby from Choking?
Acting spontaneously is of utmost importance to prevent a choking baby from severe harm. Here are a few important steps to follow if a baby chokes.
1. Analyse the Situation Quickly
If a baby is not able to breathe, cough or cry, it might be because something is blocking his airway. There are several symptoms which will help in identifying whether a baby is choking. A quick analysis of the situation will aid in saving the baby.
2. Clearing the Blockage
If the baby is showing symptoms of choking, use one finger to lift the chin and take a look into their mouth and nose to remove any visible blockage or obstruction. If a baby is coughing, allow him to cough until the obstruction comes out. Do not pat the back while a baby coughs as this will allow the obstruction to slip further inside.
3. Give Five Chest Thrusts
If the obstruction does not come out and the child is not able to breathe, chest thrusts might help. Chest thrusts are given by placing two fingertips on the breastbone in the center of the chest and pushing inwards and upwards against the breastbone. Do not give all five thrusts immediately but try to dislodge the obstruction with each thrust. After each thrust, check the baby’s mouth and proceed for the next one if the obstruction is still not out.
What is CPR?
CPR or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is a life-saving procedure which is performed when a person’s heartbeat or breathing stops and they show no signs of life. CPR involves forceful rescue breathing that provides oxygen to the lungs. The procedure also involves chest compressions which help with the blood flow.
These procedures should continue until the child recovers or medical aid arrives, as lack of oxygen or stoppage of blood flow can result in permanent damage to the child. CPR for infants should ideally be done by someone who is trained with a CPR accredited course, but this can be done by parents too. Therefore it is imperative to know the techniques in order to stay fully equipped in case a situation demands this to be performed.
CPR Procedure is Done Due to Following Reasons
As discussed, CPR is performed when the body shows no sign of life, i.e., there is no breathing or the heart has stopped beating. CPR procedure should be performed when all other methods of reviving a child fail. A CPR is done to restore blood circulation and flow of oxygen in a child who has had cardiac arrest or suffers from choking, suffocation, shock, serious injury and other severe accidents.
CPR Should Be Done for Following Symptoms
A CPR procedure should be performed on a child if any of the following symptoms are noted:
When there is no breathing.
If the child has no pulse.
If the child is unconscious.
How to Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation or Mouth to Mouth Resuscitation in Babies
In case of an emergency, it is appropriate to call the ambulance at the earliest. If you are alone with the baby with causality, then knowing how to give a baby CPR could prove to be the difference. Perform CPR for a minute and then call for the ambulance and repeat the procedure until an ambulance arrives. Following are the steps to be followed to give a baby CPR.
1. Analyse the Problem Quickly
Identify the problem by noticing the symptoms mentioned above. If the baby is not conscious, try to get a response by gently tapping the sole of the foot and by calling out his name. If the baby is unconscious and has trouble breathing, then open the airway and check his pulse and give rescue breaths.
2. Open the Airway and Check the Pulse
Look and listen for normal breathing by kneeling at a right angle to the baby’s chest. Push down the forehead and tilt the head back and lift the chin with one hand to look for and remove any obstruction in mouth and nose. Check for the pulse on the inside of the elbow by using your middle and index finger. If there is no pulse or the baby is not breathing then perform CPR and call for an ambulance.
3. Give Five Rescue Breaths
Follow these steps to give rescue breaths to the baby:
Open the baby’s airway and ensure that it is clear.
Seal your lips around baby’s nose and lips and blow steadily into baby’s lungs and see it rise as you breathe in.
Once the chest rises, allow it to fall by not blowing.
Repeat this process five times.
4. Give 30 Chest Compressions
Place the baby on a firm surface and find the center of the baby’s chest.
Find the middle point between the nipples and measure one finger below that point and position two fingers on that point.
Press down to a third of the depth of the chest and press 30 times at the rate of 100 compressions per minute.
Give two rescue breaths after 30 compressions and continue this process until help arrives.
Don’t Do These Things While Performing CPR
There are precautions which you need to take while doing CPR:
Do not start the CPR process if the child has signs of normal breathing, movement or coughing as doing so may cause the heart to stop beating.
If you are not trained to perform a CPR or do not have a basic understanding of how to perform a CPR, seek professional help immediately and do not attempt to give CPR by yourself.
If the child has a spinal injury, do not move the head or neck while pulling the jaw forward and do not let the mouth close.
Tips to Prevent Choking in Children
Most accidents which require CPR are preventable if suitable preventive precautions are taken. The following tips can prevent some choking accidents among children:
Ensure that you offer mashed or pureed food to your baby when you start them on solids up until they begin teething and are able to consume finger foods.
Avoid using teething medication as it may numb the baby’s throat and make swallowing difficult.
When babies start eating solid foods, ensure they are sitting up for their meals.
Make sure all vegetables are soft-cooked.
Finger food should be cut into small pieces.
Encourage the child to eat slowly and chew well.
Choose snacks which are easy to swallow.
Keep small objects like buttons and seeds out of reach.
Make sure your baby does not play with baby powder, as it can clog the airways.
Above all, keep and eye on your child, especially when they are eating as they may not be able to alert you if they are choking.
These and many other precautions will help reduce the chances of a mishap with the kid which will require urgent medical attention.
When to Contact Medical Help
In case of emergency, it is best to call for medical help without delay. If your child suffers from a fatal accident, call for medical help immediately and then continue giving the first aid while the team of professionals arrive.
Also Read: Guide to SIDS and Sleep Safety Measures for Infants Read more
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11 Funny But Important New Year Resolutions Indian Parents Are Making in 2019!
Whew! Being a parent is a tough job but guess what, you have been doing it just fine! As 2019 begins, it is time to pat yourself on the back and set in place some plans for the times to come. To help you out, we have gone ahead and compiled a list of mommy resolutions that moms in India are making for the new year. Time to check them out and get some inspiration for resolutions of your own!
A new year has started, and you have left behind fears, apprehensions and anxieties in the year gone by. Some of us are set to become new moms in 2019, counting days till the end of our pregnancy. And some of us are preparing to send our kids off to school! No matter what lies ahead, the start of the year is a time to prepare ourselves mentally. We often think that resolutions are hard to keep and disappear a few days into January. But hey, what's a fresh start without fresh plans? And knowing your resolve and patience, mom, we have a feeling you will stick to these plans!
Presenting the 11 parenting resolutions other mommies like you are making in 2019. Time to get some inspiration!
1. I will Focus on Giving My Kids Healthy Meals Instead of Over-feeding Them
Abundant supply of food and Indian parents are synonymous for sure! This year, focus on feeding your child nourishing food. That way you do not need to worry about the quantity he is eating, because the quality is sufficient.
2. I Promise to Lower My Expectations
https://twitter.com/_indianparents/status/696898496981442560
As a parent, sometimes, we fail to realise just how much pressure we are putting on our kids. Yes, it's all in good intention but the pressure to meet our goals - from doing homework to cleaning the room - can really stress our kids out. This year, let's appreciate our child for how much he has already achieved and leave it at that!
3. I Promise to Stay up to Date with Technology
https://twitter.com/Gurvin_Dhillon/status/701993329618104323
Yeah, you've got your hands full and there's so much happening in your own little world that you have no time or inclination to catch up on the world outside. But this year, find time to stay up to date with technology because you'll need it for the future. It's the best way to be in tune with your child too, for like it or not, tech is going to play a huge role in his life, starting from when he's just a baby!
4. I will Say Goodbye to Superstitions and Old Wives Tales
Yes, our great great grandmother's sister-in-law sweared by these things and they were strangely all “True”. But let's give ourselves and our kids a break! Don't blame the poor neighbourhood black cat for your misfortune and for God's sakes let your child cut his nails at night if they are overgrown!
5. I Promise to Stop Comparing
Yes, Mrs. Mehta's daughter is a child prodigy but does she have the same musical skills as your own little Rahman? It's time to stop comparing your children with other people's children. Everyone is unique.
6. I Will Stop Being a Know-it-all Parent
https://twitter.com/c00poodle/status/706041310117908480
You have lived more years than your child, of course, and you do know better about many things. But save your child the compex and let them discover things and make their own mistakes. Be there when they fall but try and lay off the “I told you so's”.
7. Healthy Food is Important but I will also allow Junk Food Once in a while
https://twitter.com/namratasrealm/status/813691656675332096
While it is important for your child to remain healthy, junk food once in a while will not to irreversable damage either. Let's stop being overly strict and worrying too much about that occasional junk food he ate!
8. I Promise to go Easy on Myself
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Many of us mothers buckle under the benchmarks we set for ourselves. This year, remember to not be too hard on yourself. It's okay to stumble, to feel tired, to want your own space! It really is okay, mom.
9. I Promise to Say “okay” and “yes” to my Children more
Yes, you are the parent and your child's wishes are at your discretion. They need to learn that all demands cannot be met. But sometimes its okay to say yes as a surprise! You are afterall not their owner, but a gentle yet firm guide and someone they can trust. Say yes to some of their wishes too, even if it sometimes means watching 15 more minutes of TV or having another cookie.
10. I Vow to Let the Future of my Child's Marriage, Stay in the Future
https://twitter.com/YourIndianMom/status/693800347106541568
Admit it, you have already thought about the day your little one gets married, haven't you? Right now he may still be soiling his diapers but his future bride and her family's reputation is so vivid in your mind! Many Indian parents not only worry about this but also start planning in a way that their child settles only for the match chosen for him or her. Let's relax, and enjoy life as it comes.
11. I Promise to Make Some Time to Myself and Ask for Help when I need it
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Finally, it's time to think about yourself too, mom! So what if you are a mom? It is completely necessary to take some time off to do what you enjoy, even if it's just a much-needed afternoon siesta! Get help from your baby's daddy if needed but don't forget to love yourself a little more this year.
There you have it! We know your mental resolutions are set. It is now time to strengthen your resolve, focus on your inner happiness, and jumpstart these promises. In 2019, let your mantra be #ThisYearIWill. Read more
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Peanut Butter and Jam French Toast
This usual french toast with a slight twist is so easy to make, that you can involve your kids in its preparation. Nutritionally, this dish is calorie and protein-rich. Secondly, it's high in B complex vitamins, which helps in supporting the immune system and is required for the normal functioning of muscles, nerves and the heart.
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
2 People
10-15 Minutes
25-30 Minutes
Ingredients
4 slices whole-wheat bread
20 g peanut butter
2 tbsp (tablespoon) jam
2 eggs
50 g heavy cream
3 tbsp butter
Method
Step 1
Apply peanut butter on two slices of bread, and jam on the other two, and put one slice of each together to form a sandwich. You can engage your kid for this activity.
Step 2
Ask your kid to take a mixing bowl, in which they have to lightly beat the eggs and cream together.
Step 3
Next, take a large skillet and place it over medium heat. Add butter and melt it.
Step 4
Ask your kid to dip the sandwiches in the egg mixture, make sure that it coats the bread sandwich properly.
Step 5
Place the coated sandwiches in the skillet and brown both sides. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Calories
555 K cal
Proteins
16.1 g
Total Fat
37.8 g
Total Carbohydrates
39.9 g
Cholesterol
244 mg
Sodium
510 mg
Potassium
302 mg
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16 hours ago
Q. I got faint line all my pregnancy test and I missed my periods for 10 days but USG and TVs test confirm there is no pregnancy is there any chance that it is very early stage that's why it is not visible???? or TVs test is the last thing that can tell that really there is no pregnancy
Read moreRashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 7 m old girl
16 hours ago
A. I think it would be advisable for you to get an ultrasound done with your doctor that’s going to give you a clarity because if there is a pregnancy it would be visible at least at least that sack is visible if it’s a regular pregnancy so it would be advisable to have a test with your doctor
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Q. mere twins baby girl and boyhai one month 8 days old kya mai ghutti de sakte hun ya gripe water de sakte hun aur kab se start kar sakte hun
Dr. Minal Acharya
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12 hours ago
A. dear Mum, you should not give any sort of gripe water or ghutti to your baby. these are unhealthy and dangerous and can cause infection to your baby. so, these should be completely avoided.
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Q. I am currently 32 week pregnant.I recently had growth scan.mu baby is in cephalic presentation. Does this change as I approach my due date. Also my EDD is July 25 and EDC is July 2. what is my expected due date. Also what is EDC?
Dr Vandan H Kumar
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12 hours ago
A. edc is expected date of delivery only.
that is 40 weeks
You will get more information for your query with your family doctor. You may meet your dr in person for proper guidance .
It is important to remain in contact with your doctor.
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Q. why I am getting dizziness in my pregnancy
I am going with 3rd month of my pregnancy it's a very strong dizziness I feel at times means every day .....no other symptoms of pregnancy .Please help with elaboration .All okay means isn't part of this journey.
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A. Do consult your doctor as soon as you can. It's important to find the real reason because without that, proper medication is not possible.
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Q. I am currently 32 week pregnant and had growth scan recently.My baby is in cephalic presentation.does this change after 36 week or does this remain the same?
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A. usually fixed. better to show to specialist always as they get the correct diagnosis. try to avoid self and extra medication that will only complicate this and create more damage to the child
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Q. it's my 5 month n I still didn't went for check up yet not even once is it okay if I go now or?
Rashmi
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A. You should have started going from the very beginning itself once you get to know you’re pregnant but since you haven’t reached that now if you’re pregnancy has been healthy last five months please get it checked with your doctor also if you need to start with any supplements or diet the doctor would advise you after a ultrasound so please visit your gynaecologist
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