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Friday, July 15, 2011

BABYCENTER UPDATES...28 WEEKS


You are now 28 weeks pregnant (or in your 29th week if that's how you prefer to count it).

How your baby's growing

Your baby can now open his eyes and will turn his head towards the source of any continuous bright light. His fingernails are budding, and fat layers are beginning to form as he gets ready for life outside the womb. If you like the thought of interacting with your baby while he's still in the womb, then singing and reading to your baby is a good way to do it - but don't worry if you feel uncomfortable - it's not for everyone. By this week, your baby weighs nearly 2.3 pounds / a little over 1 kilogram and may measure 14.8 inches / 38 centimetres from top to toe.

You may notice about now, that your baby moves around a lot more when you have a bath or shower. She's responding to the light and noise. Your breasts may begin to produce colostrum, the concentrated early milk, so don't be surprised if they leak a little.

How your life's changing

There's not long to go now. The final trimester starts this week and lasts until the end of your pregnancy - usually week 40 or beyond. Most women gain an average of 5 kg/11 lb during this time. You may see your doctor more often from now on but you don't have to wait for an appointment if you want to discuss anything - just ring.

You're in the home stretch. The third trimester typically starts at week 29 and lasts until week 40 and sometimes even beyond. (Don't worry - 42 weeks is the maximum! After that, a woman usually is induced to give birth.) Most women gain an average of 11 pounds / 5 kilograms during this trimester.

You're probably vacillating between two feelings: "I've been pregnant forever" and "Help, I'm not ready for this." Don't worry, you're not the only one. Swapping experiences with other women in your antenatal class can be reassuring. Try to arrange a tour of your hospital's labour and delivery ward so you know what to expect. Your antenatal class may organise one or the hospital may have an open evening, so ring to check. You could also read some of our birth stories to help you prepare for the big day. Checking off things on your to-do list can help. Start selecting possible baby names and begin thinking about life after the birth as well.

If you're a dad, you may be beginning to worry about having to watch your wife go through childbirth and wondering how helpful you'll be. Knowing the different stages of labour is a good place to start, then read up about labour partners to find out what you can do. Make sure you know what to expect if things don't go straightforwardly. Your baby may need help to be born so find out about assisted deliveries and caesarean section.

You'll probably be seeing your doctor more often in these last few weeks!!!

Friday, July 08, 2011

MASALAH KETIKA HAMIL - VARICOSE VEINS



Sekarang ni, ini la pulak masalah dalam end trimester 2 nak masuk 3 nih....susah giler nak berjalan masa mula-mula kene tuh...nak baring susah..duduk susah...berdiri susah...nak solat pun susah....kene ari jumaat...isnin & selasa siap amik Emergency Leave lagi...skang nih dah ok skit...tapi bila tgk dlm cermin masa jalan mcm penguin....huhuhu..tanya hubby i kalo tak cayer....

Why am I getting varicose veins in my legs?

Varicose veins develop or are aggravated in pregnancy because the growing uterus puts pressure on the pelvic veins and on the inferior vena cava (a large vein on the right side of the body that receives blood from the lower limbs and the greater part of the pelvic and abdominal organs). This increases blood pressure in the leg veins, and thus influences the development of varicose veins. As the baby grows and the uterus enlarges, the veins become even more prominent.

An increase in the hormone progesterone causes the walls of blood vessels to relax as well. You may just see the blue veins under your skin, or the veins may bulge; you may feel some pain, or no discomfort at all. Not pretty, we know, but varicose veins do tend to improve when pregnancy is over. Several factors, including family history and being overweight, can also contribute to the condition.

During pregnancy you're more prone to varicose veins in your legs -- though you can get them anywhere. Haemorrhoids, in fact, are technically varicose veins of the rectal area, while some women develop varicose veins in the vulva (the area around the vagina) while they are pregnant.

Can I prevent them?

You may be able to prevent them, or at least minimise them. The trick is to avoid putting too much pressure on your legs during pregnancy. Incorporate the following tips into your lifestyle even before you have a problem:

• Exercise daily -- even just a brisk walk around the block can help.

• Elevate your feet and legs whenever possible: Keep a stool or box under your desk, and try to lie down on your left side with your feet elevated on a pillow when at home. Since the inferior vena cava is on the right side, left-sided rest relieves it of the weight of the uterus; thus decreasing venous pressure in the lower extremities.

• Try sleeping on your left side with your feet on a pillow. Wedge a pillow behind your back to keep yourself tilted to the left side.

• Before getting out of bed in the morning, put on special support tights. By putting them on before standing, you'll prevent excess blood from gathering in your legs. Keep a clean pair of knickers and your tights under the pillow so you can easily put them on before getting out of bed. If you have a major problem with varicose veins your doctor can prescribe heavy duty tights but they are rather thick and can be uncomfortable in hot weather.

• Don't stand on your feet for long periods of time.

• Don't cross your legs when sitting down.

• Be aware that excessive weight gain can contribute to the problem.

Are they serious?

While varicose veins may itch or even hurt, their biggest effect is probably on your vanity. Chronic circulatory problems or blood clots resulting from varicose veins are unlikely. Only about five percent of people unfortunate enough to develop varicose veins in the first place develop small blood clots in their veins.

If you have a tender, reddened area on the surface of a varicose vein, coupled with fever, leg pain, or a rapid heartbeat, report it to your doctor without delay. In a small percentage of cases, rapid heartbeat and/or shortness of breath could be signs of a pulmonary embolism (when the blood clot has travelled to the lungs). If you experience shortness of breath and a rapid heartbeat, go to the nearest casualty department, or ring for an ambulance.

How do I get rid of them?

Sometimes varicose veins will subside on their own within three or four months of your baby's birth. But if the bulging veins become too uncomfortable to live with, you can have them corrected surgically. If you think you might want such surgery, you should probably wait until you've had all the children you want because unfortunately, varicose veins tend to worsen with each pregnancy.


BABYCENTER UPDATES...27 WEEKS

Hello deqno! 27 weeks pregnant

How your baby's growing


You're in the home stretch - two trimesters down, one more to go. Your baby is growing steadily as he prepares for delivery day. She will gain weight rapidly over the next weeks and, as the size of your bump increases, you may feel more breathless and tired. Your baby's acting more like a newborn now, too. She opens and closes her eyes, sleeps and wakes at regular intervals, and may suck a finger or thumb. She may also be hiccuping a lot this week, which explains that odd rhythmic sensation you've probably been feeling.

Now that you're approaching the final stage of pregnancy - your third trimester - your baby is really starting to grow and fill the available space in your uterus. Although they're still immature, your baby's lungs will function with some medical help, if she's born prematurely.

Your baby now weighs nearly 2 pounds / 875 grams and measures 14.5 inches / 36.6 centimetres from head to toe. Some experts believe that babies begin to dream by the 28th week. What do they dream about? No-one knows for certain but the brain is active this week as well. The characteristic grooves on the brain's surface start to appear and more brain tissue develops.

Chalk up any rhythmic movement you may be feeling to a case of the hiccups, which are common this week and throughout the pregnancy. Your baby has them but is breathing in amniotic fluid rather than air. A paper bag can't cure her hiccups, obviously, but an episode usually lasts only momentarily. The sensation for you may be strange but not unpleasant.

How your life's changing

Your body is altering rapidly now: your uterus is up near your rib cage and if you're unlucky you may discover the delights of leg cramps, haemorrhoids or varicose veins. (If it's any consolation, they should disappear after the birth.) Labour really isn't far away so if you haven't already signed up for a childbirth class, then find out if there is a space available on a course now. Since your uterus is now up near your rib cage, you may now find yourself short of breath if you haven't already. Starting now and continuing through the last three months of pregnancy, you may be plagued by itchy abdomen. Are pregnancy discomforts getting you down? Try some natural remedies to perk you up.

You're likely to have another antenatal appointment this week and you may have a blood test to check for pregnancy anaemia, a deficiency of red blood cells. Many pregnant women develop a mild case of the illness because of normal changes in the body. If your blood group is Rhesus-negative and you tested negative for Rh antibodies at an earlier appointment, you'll have a further test around now. You'll probably be tested for Rh antibodies this week or next and have an anti-D injection to combat the incompatibility. You may be offered a repeat injection at 36 weeks.

Believe it or not, studies have shown that a mum's breastfeeding success has a lot to do with her husband's attitude. If you're a new dad, it's time to bone up on breastfeeding basics so you can provide support after the baby's born. Your wife will need looking after in the first few weeks after the birth so be prepared to help out more around the house and at mealtimes, particularly if she has had a caesarean.

Saturday, July 02, 2011

LEPAS LAGI SORANG....CONGRATS ZAZA

Congrats dear...sebenarnya i tak sihat hari ni....semenjak perut semakin membesar ni...baby mcm menekan bahagian kaki kanan i...so mcm susah je nak jalan and bangun bila duduk...tapi sempat gak la i p wedding zaza ni....walaupun sampai lambat...huhuhu

Moga korang bahagia dan kekal hingga ke akhir hayat.....mmuuuaaahhh...

Friday, July 01, 2011

BABYCENTER UPDATES...26 WEEKS


Hello deqno! 26 weeks pregnant


Your baby's becoming more sensitive to sound as the network of nerves in her ears develops. If ayah talks to her now, she might learn to recognise his voice. The more she hears it, the more likely she is to find it soothing after she's born. If he feels strange just talking to the baby, he can read the newspaper or a book out loud.

How your baby's growing

Your baby may measure about 36cm/15in long with feet extended. If you could see your baby now, you might be able to get a glimpse of his baby blue (or brown, green, hazel) eyes, which are now beginning to open. He will respond to sound more consistently toward the end of the seventh month, when the nerve pathways to the ears are complete.

Measuring your baby from top to toe with his legs extended, he is about 14 inches / 35.6 centimetres. He weighs a little more than 1.6 pounds / 760 grams. Your baby's eyes begin to open around now. Response to sound grows more consistent toward the end of the seventh month, when the network of nerves to the ear is complete. He also continues to take small breaths and although he's only breathing in water and not air, it's still good practice for when he's born.

Since your baby is now growing so fast, and brain development is so intense at this stage, your nutrition is very important. Continue to eat a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of grains and vegetables. Fibre-rich foods, including whole-grain breads and cereals, lentils and brown rice are high in vitamin B and help fend off constipation.

How your life's changing

You're nearing the home stretch - the third trimester. Before you know it, you'll be cradling your baby in your arms. Around this time, you may see a slight increase in your blood pressure, which is normal. But if your weight suddenly shoots up, or your vision blurs, and your hands and feet swell dramatically, you may have pre-eclampsia. Call your doctor immediately if you notice any of these symptoms.

If you have a swab to check for a vaginal infection during pregnancy such as thrush, the results may come back positive for group B streptococcus, too. This is a common infection which lots of women have without knowing about it and without it causing any harm, but it can be dangerous for newborns

Your antenatal classes should start sometime in the next few weeks, if it hasn't already. Classes should provide you with good, clear information about the birth and the early days of parenthood. Keeping informed goes a long way toward calming any concerns you may have about giving birth.

Has your husband sorted his paternity leave? Ask what arrangements the company has in place. Firms have different policies on paternity leave, with some companies being more generous than others.