The distended, gassy feeling of a bloated abdomen is not only uncomfortable, but it’s also inconvenient -- particularly if it means you can’t button up your favorite pair of jeans. In many cases, however, bloating isn't inevitable.
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For the 40 weeks you carry a child, you're constantly concerned about whether the nutrients you're putting into your body are giving your baby what he needs. After you deliver your baby, you shouldn't stop thinking about it -- your body needs the right vitamins to help heal itself.
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Along with wine, beer and cocktails, coffee has long been considered a beverage for adults. More and more teenagers, however, are consuming the caffeinated beverage, reports a study published in 2014 in “Pediatrics.
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When you breast-feed your baby, he initially receives colostrum, which has laxative properties, from you. Once it's completely gone from your milk -- around six weeks -- he might only pass stools every few days or once a week.
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When a child fails to gain weight at the same rate as others her age and gender, it’s known as a failure to thrive. Yet, a parent might not be able to adequately tell if her child is actually suffering from this condition.
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At some point during the 40 weeks of a pregnancy, you probably won't feel like yourself owing to your changing body, fluctuating hormones or sense of excitement and nervousness about the impending arrival. If those strange feelings translate to dizziness or faintness, however, it's a sign that your blood sugar is low.
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It's been a long road, but you're nearly there. At seven months of pregnancy, or between 28 and 31 weeks, you've reached the third trimester and are eagerly anticipating your bundle of joy. At the same time, you're gaining more weight than you have previously, and it's tempting to try to temper your weight gain.
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When a pregnancy ends on its own within the first 20 weeks of gestation, it’s called a miscarriage. According to the American Pregnancy Association, anywhere from 10 to 25 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage -- most commonly within the first 13 weeks, which is the first trimester.
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As a parent, you want your child to have the most nutritious diet possible. Because you take a multivitamin every day for your health, you wonder whether your young child needs vitamin supplements, too.
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Being pregnant can be exhausting. During the first trimester, one of the main symptoms is utter fatigue; during the third trimester, lugging around the extra baby weight will leave any soon-to-be mama dragging.
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By the time your child reaches 2 years old, your days of cooking special meals and nursing throughout the night are generally over. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, a 2-year-old can eat the same food as the rest of the family, consuming three meals and one or two snacks a day.
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After 40 weeks of watching your body change and grow, it's tempting to jump right into losing weight after delivery. However, slow down a bit -- your body has been through a massive ordeal. If you're breast-feeding, dieting can destroy your milk supply.
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As a parent, you have vowed to take care of your children until they have reached adulthood and sometimes beyond. Part of this includes planning for if the unthinkable happens, and you are no longer alive to fulfill this vow.
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Your baby should drink breast milk or formula exclusively for at least the first four to six months of his life. At that point, the pediatrician might give you the go-ahead to start introducing solid foods into his diet, starting with rice cereal.
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Once you deliver a baby and settle into a routine, your mind might wander to shedding the weight you gained during pregnancy. Although you'll leave the hospital slightly lighter, having birthed your baby, you'll still have some extra pounds lingering on your frame. Part of this weight gain is retained water.
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Between homework and hormones, it’s no wonder that teenagers get a headache every now and then. Frequency of headaches increases as children grow, according to American Family Physician. Thirty-seven percent to 51 percent of children who are at least 7 years old report "frequent"
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As your little one grows from an infant to a toddler, his dietary needs change – and so might his pickiness or tolerance for certain foods. According to HealthyChildren.org, the website of the American Academy of Pediatrics, feeding a 1-year-old is an exercise in patience.
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While it’s important to stay active, experiencing hip pain – particularly if it’s exercise-related – might make you rather stay home on the couch.
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Cheese is hardly considered to be the epitome of healthy food, but like other indulgent dishes, it can have a place in your diet if you consume it in moderation and make smart choices. The healthiest cheese choice depends on if you're looking for an option low in fat, sodium or calories; however, "Real Simple"
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Whether a dull ache or a splitting pain, frequent headaches can put a damper on your day-to-day activities. When you've tried all the normal remedies -- extra sleep, pain relievers, another cup of coffee -- to no avail, look at your diet. Your headache could be the result of a nutritional deficiency.
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