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Second Month of Pregnancy Diet (5-8 Weeks)
Congratulations! You are in the second month of your pregnancy. Although most women don’t know they are pregnant by this time, those who do are very careful about their diet (just as they should be). Nutrition is of primary importance at this stage as it helps in the proper development of the foetus. The neural tube of the foetus develops during this time which then later develops into the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. A diet rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins and other nutrients is mandatory during this time and throughout the pregnancy to ensure that the baby develops well. Read on to find out what foods and nutrients should be a part of your second-month pregnancy diet.
Essential Nutrients That Should Be a Part of Your Diet in the Second Month of Pregnancy
Foods that you eat in the first trimester of your pregnancy will support the healthy development of your baby. Morning sickness and nausea may make you feel uneasy and you may not want to eat, but you should try to eat healthy food. Try and incorporate the foods that offer you as many nutrients as possible. Mentioned below are some nutrients that are vital for the baby’s development.
Folic Acid: An integral part of the 7-week pregnancy diet, folic acid serves the purpose of Vitamin B. A daily folic acid supplement of 5 mg is recommended to a woman who is trying to conceive as well as to a pregnant woman in her first trimester. Folic acid helps protect the unborn baby from developing neural tube defects. Green leafy vegetables, eggs, fruits, dry fruits and nuts (almonds and walnuts), pulses and lentils are all rich natural supplements of folic acid for a pregnant woman.
Iron: Another essential nutrient that should be a part of the 5th-week pregnancy diet is iron - it is mandatory for healthy blood supply. At this stage, a pregnant woman needs a strong blood flow in her body as it gives her the strength to deal with morning sickness and fatigue, which are commonly experienced in the first trimester of pregnancy. In the first week of your second month, eat foods that are rich in iron such as fruits, dry fruits, vegetables such as spinach, fenugreek and beetroot, and chicken and fish.
Calcium: Calcium is an important mineral for a pregnant woman, especially in the second month of her pregnancy. About 1000 mg intake of calcium is imperative during pregnancy. As the bones of the foetus ossify at this stage, the body needs calcium. And if the body is not supplied with the required amount of calcium, it will be extracted from existing reserves, thus increasing the chances of osteoporosis. To meet your requirements of calcium, you can eat vegetables like turnip, cabbage, and leafy vegetables as they are all an excellent source of calcium.
Proteins: Protein is essential from the onset of pregnancy. Poultry foods like chicken and eggs, and milk, fish, and lentils provide the necessary protein required by the body. A minimum of 75 gms of protein is needed by an expectant mother at this stage. You can eat the protein-rich foods mentioned above. However, be careful about the fish you choose as certain types of fish (especially, the fish with high mercury content in them) are not safe for consumption for a pregnant woman and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Zinc: Zinc is needed for the metabolism of acid and biological functions. Chicken, fish, vegetables, and beans are all rich sources of zinc. Make sure you include these foods in your diet on a daily basis.
Fats: Fats are not always bad, but it is the kind of fat that you consume that will determine the healthy growth of your baby. There is no doubt that fried foods and foods containing saturated fat are detrimental to your health and your baby’s health. But a healthy intake of good fat in the form of ghee and cream will aid in the development of the eyes, brain, placenta, and tissues. Including good fats in your diet in healthy proportions will thus help in the overall growth of your baby.
Fibre: An important nutrient that aids digestion and prevents constipation, fibre is highly recommended to a pregnant woman. A fibre-rich diet made up of vegetables like carrots and cabbage, cereals, and fruits like oranges and bananas will help maintain your blood pressure and prevent constipation during pregnancy. A minimum intake of 28 gms daily is recommended during pregnancy.
Foods to Avoid in the Second Month of Pregnancy
The foods that should be avoided in the second month of pregnancy are mentioned below -
Meat Spreads: Meat spreads contain listeria that is harmful during this stage of pregnancy. It affects the growth of the baby, hence must be completely avoided.
Soft Cheese: Consumption of soft cheese like brie and camembert are not recommended as they may contain E. Coli bacteria, which may lead to complications in pregnancy. So you must avoid eating soft cheese during pregnancy, you can opt for hard cheese, but do eat it in a limit.
Raw Eggs: Raw eggs could spread the salmonella bacteria through the body causing a detrimental effect on the mother’s body and hampering the normal development of the baby. If you want to eat eggs during pregnancy, make sure you eat them in the boiled or poached form. Avoid eating half-boiled or semi-cooked eggs.
Processed Meat: Processed meat is stored on the shelves for long and run a risk of carrying bacteria that are harmful to the baby and you. So avoid including processed meat in your pregnancy diet.
Raw Fish: Seafood like crabs, prawns, shrimp etc., are high in mercury, which is known to cause a miscarriage. These foods are not rich in protein and do not provide the body with any necessary nutrition.
Unpasteurized Milk: Do not drink unpasteurized milk. Unpasteurized milk contains microorganisms, pathogens, and salmonella that are harmful to your body and the growth of the baby.
Alcohol: Alcohol is strictly not permitted as it could lead to several complications. It may affect your health and most important the growth of the baby. So avoid drinking alcohol throughout your pregnancy.
Consume fresh fruits, vegetables, fully cooked food, protein-rich foods to build your muscles and feel energetic. Consume more starchy food than sugary foods to up your calorie intake.
Dietary Tips to Follow in the Second Month of Pregnancy
Here are some dietary tips that you should follow in the second month of your pregnancy.
You will get the maximum benefits from the food you eat if you eat it at the right time and in the right proportions. Try to have a healthy breakfast that comprises of fruits, vegetables, cereals, and dairy products like milk. Eating a slightly rich diet in the morning will help as it will give you more time to digest the food.
Your diet in the afternoon should comprise of salads, eggs, etc. Having salad during lunch will help you stay fresh and energetic. You could also try including boiled eggs in your lunch. A meal that comprises of chapatis, cooked sabji, rice and dal will be nourishing at this stage.
You are likely to experience morning sickness in the first trimester of your pregnancy, so keep your dinners light. Eating light food will keep your stomach full and happy and prevent heartburn. If you want to have nourishing yet a light meal, eat boiled and cooked vegetables with less spice and salads in dinner.
If you feel peckish, try eating small portions of healthy snacks like upma. Avoid fried food and be guided by your appetite. Do not binge eat as many would keep insisting that you need to eat for two. You don't need to eat for two - you need to eat as per your appetite. So eat as per your body requirements and make sure that it is healthy enough for you and your baby!
Remember, your nutrition depends on the foods you choose, so choose wisely. Make sure you limit your intake of sugary and fried foods and foods high in calories as they provide no nutrition to your baby. Eat healthy and stay healthy during pregnancy, and your baby will be just fine!
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Can Assisted Hatching Improve the Chances of IVF Success?
Couples who have considered IVF would have been introduced to the term assisted hatching. Many clinics offer assisted hatching as a part of their IVF treatment at a certain cost or include it as a free option if they believe that it can be beneficial. Although the procedure hasn’t shown to increase the rates of live birth, it is recommended by many clinics. If your doctor has suggested it to you, here is some information about assisted hatching that you should know.
What is Assisted Hatching?
The embryo before fertilisation starts as an egg or an oocyte. All eggs are surrounded by a protein shell that is known as the zona pellucida. Before the egg becomes an embryo, a fusion of the zona pellucida with a sperm cell at the beginning of the fertilisation process needs to occur. After the first sperm cell gets through the zona pellucida to fertilise the egg, the shell becomes hard and impenetrable to prevent the rest of the sperm cells from penetrating to the fertilised zygote. The shell hardening also ensures the embryo doesn’t implant in the fallopian tube prematurely. It also keeps the dividing blastocyst cells safe as they make their way to the uterus.
The zygote continues to develop into a mass of cells called a blastocyst as it travels through the fallopian tube to the uterus. Throughout this process, the zona pellucida continues to thin out and expand, and eventually deteriorates. Around the fourth day of travel, the deteriorated shells crack open similar to an egg so the blastocyst or embryo can emerge. The thin zona pellucida is left behind completing the hatching process of the embryo. A few days after hatching, the blastocyst proceeds to implant itself to the uterine wall or endometrium. Without the hatching process, blastocysts cannot implant themselves into the uterine wall. This may result in failure of the pregnancy.
Fertilisation in IVF treatments occurs inside a lab and women who have undergone IVF treatment know that having a fertilised embryo doesn’t mean pregnancy is guaranteed. The transferred embryo has to implant or “stick” successfully into the endometrium for them to get pregnant. It is seen that about 85% of transferred embryos do not implant. One of the reasons for this is that the embryos do not hatch properly, hence fail to implant. It could happen due to various other factors such as the shell being unusually hard, or factors like the cultures for the embryos or the cryopreservation chemicals could have interfered with the hatching.
The role of assisted hatching during IVF treatments is to aid in the process of embryo hatching, so the chances of implantation are increased.
Who Can Benefit from Assisted Hatching?
Assisted hatching was developed when it was observed that embryos with a thinner zona pellucida had higher rates of implantation in IVF treatments. Keeping that in mind, the procedure is useful for:
Women over 35 undergoing IVF treatment.
Couples who have had repeated failures at pregnancy after a few IVF cycles.
Embryos where a distinctively thick zona is observed by the embryologist.
What Are the Methods of Assisted Hatching?
The main idea behind assisted hatching is to make a tear or breach in the zona pellucida. Several methods are employed to do this that are mentioned below:
1. Mechanical Hatching
This is the most basic of all procedures where the embryo is kept steady using a pipette. A micro-needle is used to puncture the zona pellucida. The puncture is done in a way that the needle goes through the shell tangentially beneath the shell to make an opening. The region between one end of the puncture and the other is carefully stroked until a small tear occurs. Although the procedure is simple, controlling the tear in this method is difficult.
2. Physical Expansion of the Zona Pellucida
In this procedure, the shell of the embryo is not torn or ruptured mechanically. It is manipulated to undergo a process of expansion which would occur in all shells naturally. The expansion is done through the introduction of a hydrostatic pressure under the shell using a fine needle which causes the zona pellucida to expand.
3. Chemical Hatching
Chemical hatching is a procedure slightly different from the mechanical methods of rupturing the zona pellucida. In this procedure, small amounts of a chemical called Tyrode’s acid is introduced over the shell until it is breached. The embryo is then quickly cleaned to remove the acid to avoid any unnecessary exposure.
4. Drilling
With the drilling technique, microscopic vibrations are focused on the shell to make a conical opening. Vibrations are generated using a method derived from Piezo technology.
4. Laser-assisted Hatching
Laser-assisted hatching involves the usage of a laser device to make an extremely precise opening in the zona pellucida. Since lasers are used, it is possible to have extremely precise control over the size of the breach in the shell. It is the most effective and safest method as compared to all the above procedures. However, many clinics are not equipped with this technology.
Assisted Hatching Procedure
Here is what you need to know more about the assisted hatching procedure:
Assisted hatching came about around 1990 as a way to improve the chances of implantation during IVF treatments.
The procedure is performed three days after fertilisation when the embryo has had a few days to develop.
Assisted hatching involves opening up the zona pellucida which covers the embryo by thinning or rupturing it.
Various techniques are used in the hatching, and some procedures involve dissolving the shell using an acid mixture. A fine needle or laser technique is used to break open the shell.
The procedure involves the use of advanced instruments such as microscopes, microscopic tools, and robotic assistance for the micromanipulation of the minuscule embryo.
The hatched embryo is transferred into the woman’s uterus a day after the procedure.
Antibiotics and steroids may be administered to reduce complications.
Possible Risks
Since the procedure involves manipulation of the embryo and interference with its natural developmental process, there are some assisted hatching ivf risks involved with the procedure. The major risk factor associated with the procedure is that the embryo could sustain lethal damage. It could occur at any time before or after the embryo transfer, the result of either case being a failure of pregnancy.
Twinning is another risk associated with assisted hatching, specifically the monozygotic type. Monozygotic twins, most commonly referred to as identical twins are born out of single egg and sperm. IVF treatments typically have an increased chance of twinning and added to that, hatching might elevate that risk further. Although most multiple pregnancies are risky, pregnancies with monozygotic twins have a greater risk to both the mother and the baby.
Birth defects are another risk factor tied to assisted hatching and many wonder if it increases the chances of the defects. Studies have shown that assisted reproductive technologies carry with them an increased risk for nonchromosomal birth defects. However, the risk of congenital disabilities did not significantly increase in embryos which had procedures such as assisted hatching performed on them, in comparison to other IVF treatments that did not use assisted hatching.
What Is the Cost of Assisted Hatching in India?
Being one of the most commonly used procedures, the cost of laser-assisted hatching in India can range from INR 15,000 to INR 30,000 depending on the fertility clinic.
Although assisted hatching is a procedure that was developed as a way to improve the chances of implantation, nothing can be said about its efficacy. Several factors go into the success of the procedure such as the method used by the clinic, experience level of the embryologist, and the conditions of the embryo.
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Maawa Pedha
Maawa pedha is an Indian sweet prepared from evaporated milk called maawa or khoa. Milk is reduced to one fourth of its quantity by cooking on a low flame. This reduced milk, maawa, is further simmered on low flame with milk, sugar, cardamom and saffron to give you those luscious pedhas. We reckon, you’ll find it really difficult to keep yourself away from this sweet course dish.
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
6 People
5 - 10 Minutes
15 - 20 Minutes
Ingredients
1 cup mawa, crumbled
3 tbsp milk
¼ cup sugar
½ tsp saffron
1 & ½ tbsp ghee
¼ tsp cardamom powder
6 pistachios
Method
Step 1
Add saffron in warm milk and allow it to dissolve.
Step 2
Heat ghee in a heavy bottom pan. Add the crumbled mawa and keep stirring it on low flame for about 2 - 3 minutes.
Step 3
Add milk and sugar to mawa. Stir continuously.
Step 4
Add cardamom powder and keep mixing.
Step 5
Mawa will start to thicken and would start leaving the sides of the pan.
Step 6
When it forms a large lump, switch off the flame.
Step 7
Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Step 8
Grease your hands with ghee or oil and make small balls out of the maawa mix. Slightly flatten the balls to get the perfect shape of pedha or imprint some designs of your choice. You would approximately get about 14 - 15 pedhas.
Step 9
Place a pistachio at the center of each of the pedhas and serve.
Nutritional Information
Calories
144 K cal
Proteins
5.2 g
Fats
7.5 g
Carbohydrates
14.8 g
Cholesterol
24 mg
Sodium
71 mg
Potassium
259 mg
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How to Beat Depression as a Stay At Home Mom
At times, it's a challenge to be a stay-at-home mom and take care of every little thing around. Are you a depressed stay-at-home mom? Organise yourself and your life with helpful tips that will get you back on your feet. Beat feelings of anxiety and anger with constructive outlets for negative emotions. Learn to love yourself, your life and be a positive influence on your children.
Making the shift to motherhood can be overwhelming. Transitioning from a working woman to a stay-at-home mom can be even more jarring for some. If you’re experiencing anxiety, sadness and anger and don’t quite know how to handle it, don’t worry – you’re not alone. Know how to identify and deal with feelings of despondency so that you can learn to enjoy life again.
Identifying Stay-at-Home Mom Depression Symptoms
Depression can happen to anyone and stay-at-home moms are no different. Putting yourself in a completely different environment with a big change in lifestyle and numerous responsibilities to shoulder is no easy task. While experiencing the blues from time to time is nothing to worry about, frequent and prolonged feelings of sadness, irritability and anxiety require attention. You may find yourself withdrawing from company and no longer taking pleasure in activities you once found enjoyable. You may also feel helpless and overwhelmed with everyday tasks. Some other symptoms displayed by depressed stay-at-home moms are pessimism, self-loathing and difficulty making decisions.
Seeking Help for Stay-at-home Mom Depression
Depression in stay-at-home moms is more common than we realise. It is in fact common for stay-at-home moms to experience postpartum depression. Fortunately, there are ways to battle depression and they’re easier than you may think. Here are a few things you can try to get yourself out of a rut.
1. Go out
Whether its regular walks in the park, biking or hiking, get out of the house as much as you can. Staying cooped up at home will only make you more depressed. Outings with some physical activity will also keep kids from getting bored, will help them sleep better and give you more time to yourself.
2. Create a Schedule
You may not feel like sticking to a routine, but following a schedule can provide a structure to your day and help you feel more organised. Set a time for cooking, for laundry, or to go shopping. The sooner you get things done, the more time you’ll have to bond with your child and relax.
3. Rediscover a Hobby
Did you love to paint? Was playing the guitar a passion? hobbies are one of the best and easiest ways of coping with being a stay-at-home mom. Rediscover what you loved to do and let it be an outlet for your emotions. The creative outburst will help you function better and you will have something to look forward too.
4. Enjoy ‘Me’ Time
Most moms put the needs of their kids first, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have some ‘me’ time. Pamper yourself with a home mani-pedi or visit the spa every once in a while. It’s an easy way to feel special.
5. Catch up With Friends
Moms don’t usually have a lot of time to socialise but it’s important to make time. It could be a cup of coffee at a corner café or meeting up for lunch; catching up with your friends and having long chats can be cathartic.
You don’t need to let depression take a hold of your world. Beating depression maybe difficult, but it is not impossible. Tackle it with these tips and get back control of your life. You’ll soon learn to appreciate your role as a stay-at-home mom. Read more
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New Research: Pamper Yourself During Pregnancy Or Your Baby Might Be Sad For Life!
Pregnancy is a special time not only for the women, but for the entire family. During pregnancy, most of us try and give extra importance to our diet and exercise. A mother will go to great lengths to ensure that her baby is healthy. But did you know that your mental health and emotional state can also affect your baby’s future health?
As a mom-to-be, you often feel that your baby can understand emotions in the womb. He seems to kick more enthusiastically when you are happy, and is restless to play with you when you feel like sleeping! Did you know, mom, that these feelings are not your imagination but actually true? Science has established that your emotional health has a definite impact on your baby’s future health and development. This means that if you are going through sadness, your little one can pick up on it too, and ditto for happiness!
How Emotions during Pregnancy Affects the Baby
The Association for Psychological Science recently conducted a research that concluded that embryos as young as 6 months are affected by your feelings and emotions during pregnancy. Not only that, your emotional health tends to form your baby’s attitude for life even before he’s born! Here are the types of emotional states during pregnancy that can out your baby at risk for physical and emotional problems later in life. If you are a mom-to-be or know someone who is, be wary of these and the lasting effect they can have on your baby
1. Stressed out moms can induce anxiety and colic in their babies
As a mom, you can’t pass your emotions through the placenta, but you do pass your hormones to your baby. The occasional stress and anxiety during pregnancy is common, but long term stress can result in your baby being anxious and colicky. This is because the stress hormone is passed regularly and results in the baby facing chronic stress later in life.
2. If the mom-to-be is depressed during or after pregnancy, it affects the baby's development
Depression during pregnancy is extremely common. As common as postpartum depression, over 10 percent of moms are depressed during pregnancy. This depression can affect your baby too. If you are depressed during and after pregnancy, your baby can show similar symptoms at birth. Additionally, depression can affect your baby’s development after birth too depending on its consistency. The study proves that even if the mom was healthy during pregnancy but depressed after birth, the baby’s development slowed down. The converse also holds true! ||
3. Moms who feel resentment when expecting could have babies prone to emotional problems
With all the hormonal changes, it is not unusual for some women to feel resentment towards their pregnancy and their unborn baby. While this resentment might go away at birth, the damage has already been done. The study found that moms who felt resentment during pregnancy had babies who faced emotional problems in their life.
4. All moms-to-be experience occasional sadness and that's fine - your baby understands and is not affected by it
The occasional sadness and crying jags during pregnancy are extremely common. Don’t worry though. While prolonged state of negative emotional health can affect your baby, the occasional sad spells don’t affect your baby in the long term!
To prevent your baby from being affected by your mental state, get happy. Positive thinking and emotions help nurture a healthier baby, so pamper yourself with things that make you happy during your pregnancy – don't hold back! Take long baths, learn yoga and meditation, read a happy book! Take help if required - consult your doctor for pregnancy-safe anti-depressants if needed but maintain a positive emotional state! While these measures may seem a bit too much, don’t let it stop you. If we can go to any lengths for our baby’s happiness, we sure can take these measures for his future health too. Read more
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Q. Hii...., Is it safe to eat jackfruit in 4th month of pregnancy, daily 2 ...
Dr. Minal Acharya
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A. dear mam, you can eat jackfruit during the 4th month of pregnancy. there is no problem in having it. you can eat all types of seasonal vegetables and fruits even green leafy vegetables.
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Q. is that positive result??? my Due date is tommoro I am having vomitting and nausea and back pain etc please reply asap
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A. yes
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Q. Hi I'm in 23weeks pregnancy
my afi is 26 I have no diabetes or any other issues
is that risky ? what to do for making normal delivery possible
Dr Laxmi Chavan-Sawant
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A. yes AFI level is very high and yes you need to be very careful to have regular follow up with your doctor take the precautions advised by your doctor and regularly keep a watch on baby movements
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Q. nasal congestion during 9th week pregnancy is normal or something serious?
Dr Laxmi Chavan-Sawant
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A. it's ok . take steam twice daily or you can use nasal drops
You should have proper consultation with your treating doctor , as some examination or investigations may be needful, so that proper medications can be given And the treatment can be done very properly.
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Q. Is there any issue with this test
Rashmi
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A. You have not given any details about us to what test are you talking about or anything associated with that for that matter can you please repost your question with all the necessary details required to understand your question as accordingly I can assist you on that
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Q. my baby is 8years old and she wets bed can anyone suggest me what to do??
Dr Vandan H Kumar
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A. normally bedwetting is very common during the night time and the child is able to tell you regarding urination during the daytime.
usually this problems improves with increasing age of the child and usually no medicines are given until and unless recommended by the doctor( you can easily wait for ten years of age of the child)
usually treatment of medicines (if started) gives only symptomatic relief and the problem goes away only with increasing age with the strengthening of the muscles of the bladder which control the urination.
steps
decrease the amount of water intake just before going to bed and make the child pass urinex before going to sleep.
also you can wake up the child at around 2 o'clock 3 o'clock and make the child pass urine.
never criticizex the child for this act because this will again aggravate the problem due to stress.
meet your doctor who will tell you more regarding this .
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