According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), pelvic floor exercises or Kegel exercises can help prepare your spouse’s body for delivery. The pelvic floor muscles support the rectum, vagina, and urethra in the pelvis. Strengthening these muscles by doing Kegel exercises may help her have an easier birth. They will also help her to avoid … [Read more...] about Eat and Exercise for Two – How can I help my wife prepare her Body for Labor and Delivery?
Pregnancy
Eat and Exercise for Two – Why Exercise During Pregnancy?
Whether your spouse is pregnant or not, exercise is one of the best things she can do for her physical and emotional health. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that pregnant women without health problems or pregnancy complications exercise moderately for 30 minutes or more on most, if not all, days of the week. Pregnant … [Read more...] about Eat and Exercise for Two – Why Exercise During Pregnancy?
Complications – When to Call the Doctor
According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, when your spouse is pregnant you should not hesitate to call your doctor or midwife if something is bothering or worrying either of you. Sometimes physical changes can be signs of a problem. Call your doctor or midwife as soon as you can if your spouse: is bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina … [Read more...] about Complications – When to Call the Doctor
Complications – Premature Labor
Premature or preterm labor is when a woman goes into labor before the 37 th week of pregnancy, or three weeks before her due date. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, the earlier pre-term labor is spotted and treated, the better chance of stopping it. When symptoms go untreated, the cervix may open and cause an early birth of the baby. … [Read more...] about Complications – Premature Labor
Complications – Some Pregnancy Problems without Symptoms
Some Pregnancy Problems without Symptoms Some health problems your spouse may have during pregnancy do not have warning signs. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, one of these is Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection. GBS is a common infection that rarely makes adults sick. The bacterium lives in the gastrointestinal system, along with many other … [Read more...] about Complications – Some Pregnancy Problems without Symptoms