Tag: Pregnancy
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Heart Health Warning: Pregnancy After 35 and the Rising Risk of Heart Attacks
Rising Risks in Pregnancies After 35 Recent medical data suggest that heart-related emergencies during pregnancy and childbirth are more common than previously thought, especially for women aged 35 and older. While pregnancy is a natural process, it also places substantial stress on the cardiovascular system. As the age of first-time motherhood climbs, understanding the potential…
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Pregnancy After 35: Why Heart Attack Risk May Rise
Understanding the Rising Risk Pregnancy is a remarkable journey, and for many women, aging into their late 30s or beyond is a common reality. Recent research and clinical observations indicate that heart-related complications, including heart attacks, are increasingly reported among expectant mothers aged 35 and older. While pregnancy remains healthy for the vast majority, age-related…
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Digital Lifestyle Interventions: Shaping Healthy Weight Gain in Pregnancy
Introduction: The Promise of Digital Health in Pregnancy Digital health is transforming how expectant families access guidance, monitor progress, and receive personalized support. In pregnancy, where weight gain and wellness influence outcomes for both mother and baby, digital lifestyle interventions—ranging from mobile apps to connected wearables and virtual coaching—offer scalable, accessible resources. By combining education,…
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Digital Lifestyle Interventions for Healthy Pregnancy Weight
Digital Health and Pregnancy: A New Era for Weight Management Digital health is reshaping how expecting families access guidance and track health outcomes. When it comes to pregnancy, digital lifestyle interventions offer scalable, personalized support that can help expectant mothers achieve healthy weight gain without sacrificing nutrition or well-being. Platforms range from mobile apps to…
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Oral Corticosteroids During Pregnancy Do Not Significantly Raise Gestational Diabetes Risk
Key finding: Oral corticosteroids during pregnancy do not meaningfully raise gestational diabetes risk Researchers analyzing data from a large cohort of pregnant people have found that taking oral corticosteroids during pregnancy is not associated with a substantial increase in the risk of gestational diabetes. The study, published in JAMA, provides reassurance to clinicians and expectant…
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Oral Corticosteroid Use During Pregnancy Not Tied to Gestational Diabetes Risk
Overview: Corticosteroids and pregnancy Oral corticosteroids are commonly prescribed to manage a range of conditions during pregnancy, including asthma, autoimmune diseases, and inflammatory disorders. For expectant mothers, navigating treatment options often requires balancing maternal health with potential risks to the developing fetus. Recent findings published in JAMA provide reassuring news: maternal use of oral corticosteroids…
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Domestic abuse survivor recalls blood-drinking attack and pregnancy danger
An alarming pattern of control and violence Maisie Henderson’s story centers on how fear and coercive power were weaponized in a relationship she hoped would be protective. Over time, the routine of abuse grew normalized in her partner’s hands, turning the home into a place where the line between safety and danger shifted with each…
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Firebrand independent senator Fatima Payman announces she is expecting a baby
breaking news: Fatima Payman is expecting a baby In a surprising development that has sparked conversations across party lines, Fatima Payman, the firebrand independent senator known for challenge to the status quo, announced she is expecting a baby. The news arrives at a moment of heightened attention on the role of young women in national…
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Home Fetal Monitors: Why Doctors Urge Caution
Overview: A Ban and a Growing Online Market Home fetal monitors—devices that let expectant parents track a baby’s heartbeat at home—have long sparked hope and anxiety in equal measure. In Australia, authorities have banned consumer use of these devices due to safety and reliability concerns, but reports indicate they remain accessible online. The result is…
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Home Fetal Monitors Still Sold Online Despite Australia Ban
Why home fetal monitors surged in popularity For many expectant families, a quick read on the baby’s heartbeat offers reassurance between checkups. Home fetal monitors, marketed as personal tools to monitor fetal wellbeing, surged in popularity as a convenient, at-home option. They promised peace of mind, especially for first-time parents navigating the emotional tides of…