Articles related to "Low Birth Weight"

Looking at reflux in premature and low birth weight infants and how to treat it simply and without medication or formula swapping

A study in New Jersey has found that traffic pollution might affect the development of babies in the womb, U.S. researchers have warned.

Illegal drugs all pose dangers to a pregnant woman and baby. Legal substances, even medical drugs - both prescription and over-the-counter, can be very harmful as well.

Premature babies require an infant car seat that is suited to their tiny size. These seats are suitable for babies of low birth weight.

Prior recommendations for pregnant women were that 250-300mg of caffeine per day was safe. However new research points to risks with smaller amounts of caffeine intake.

Body type may be predetermined. And when it comes to central obesity - the accumulation of fat in the abdominal area, body type may be rooted in fetal life.

Alcohol and cigarettes are commonly abused substances that should be avoided by women who are pregnant in order to prevent certain risks to themselves and their babies.

A developing fetus can be irreversibly damaged by the drugs a mother uses while pregnant. Substance abuse is serious and in some cases deadly for an unborn child.

Smoking during pregnancy puts an unborn baby at a greater risk of potentially dangerous health problems. There are number of reasons why pregnant women should not smoke.

Pregnant women should reduce their consumption of alcoholic and caffeinated drinks, as large amounts of these beverages may be harmful to an unborn baby's development.

Coffee drinking increases the risk for a number of medical problems in susceptible individuals, as well as sabotaging efforts to maintain a healthy body weight.

Mothers who smoke any time during the month before conception through the first trimester are at higher risk for having babies with serious cardiac birth defects.

Women with bacterial vaginosis are more likely to be infected with HIV-AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections, underscoring the need for prevention.

A pregnant woman should gain an average of 30 pounds during pregnancy. Healthy weight gain is important to ensure normal birth weight and reduce risk of complications.

Research findings have shown that caffeine can have some negative side effects on both mother and baby during pregnancy, so intake should be limited.

Soy formulas account for nearly one-quarter of formula sales in the US. Due to targeted marketing, many parents believe these formulas are superior to milk-based formulas

How many American children are thought to have ADHD or ADD?

Have you wondered whether or not you can safely have caffeine during pregnancy? The answer may surprise you.

A look at the most common formulas and a guide to which babies should be having which option, formulas from birth to two years old including special diet formulas.

A healthy pregnancy leads to an easy, joyful childbirth experience, and a healthy, happy baby and postpartum mother.

Drinking alcohol while pregnant can lead to serious birth defects in the baby.

Women should abstain from drinking at all during pregnancy due to the high risk of severe alcohol related health problems and birth defects in their unborn children.

A pregnant woman, as well as her growing baby and developing placenta, need extra iron to support a rapidly increasing blood supply.

For some expectant mothers not taking antidepressants during pregnancy is not an option. There are some depression medications that are fairly safe for mother and baby.

Limiting caffeine intake during pregnancy is important. Taking in too much caffeine while pregnant can be harmful to both mother and baby.

Another potential cause of both ADD and other developmental disorders may be the father's drug or alcohol abuse at the time of conception.

German Measles (rubella) and Rubeola (measles) are similar childhood infectious rashes caused by RNA viruses.

Though Fading Kitten Syndrome can be somewhat of a mystery, there are possible causes that can be treated, as well as signs you can watch for to detect it early.

What is amenorrhea, what causes it, and natural and conventional treatments

Iron is one of the most abundant metals on Earth and is important for regulating cell growth as well as helping cells transport oxygen within the body.

Several evidences from both human and animal models convince that there is a causal relation between a too fast infant growth and propensity to the metabolic syndrome.

Consumers need to be aware of lead toxicity caused by older and imported wine bottles as well as the dangers associated with using crystal decanters.

Government report shows huge increases in incidents of domestic violence, rape and sexual assault on women .

While many women experience some nausea throughout their pregnancies, others cope with a more severe form of morning sickness called hyperemesis gravidarum.

New techniques that lessen the risk of multiple pregnancy, especially suited for older women.

Smoking has many harmful effects on the growing baby. Mothers who smoke increase their child's chance of death and learning problems.

An umbilical hernia is a relatively harmless condition that occurs in newborns in which the infant's belly button will appear to distended or look like a bubble.

Many women are at risk of depression during pregnancy. Find out causes, symptoms and treatments of depression while pregnant.

Bacterial vaginosis is a condition in which the normal flora of the vagina has been disrupted shifting from the predominance of Lactobacillus species to an overgrowth of

Parents of a teenage daughter fear the words, "Mom, Dad, I'm pregnant." If that fear turns into a reality, here's a guide to help.

Cradle to Prison Pipeline Initiative helps break the poverty cycle by supporting preventative measures for minorities, poor and disabled children.

Conduct Disorder is characterized by aggressiveness, destruction of property, theft or lying and disregard for rules.

Allergy sufferers who become pregnant are concerned about how to treat their symptoms safely, especially where allergy medications are concerned.

Safety is the most important consideration when shopping for infant sleeping gear.

Early diagnosis and intervention is crucial for children with FAS. The first step is learning to recognize the symptoms and characteristics of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

What is FAS and FASD? What is a child's perspective of FASD? What are the characteristics? What is the best intervention and prevention?

Gut immaturity of premature infants is exacerbated by formula and a new rat model shows why.

The importance of fish oils and DHA before, during, and after birth.

University of Washington study about the effects of air pollution on health and mortality, and if medical studies support the NO2 link to heart disease and lung cancer.

Iron-deficiency anaemia is uncommon in the breastfed baby. Iron supplementation is usually unnecessary for, and can be detrimental to, the health of breastfeeding infants