Maternal stress linked to asthma
A new study suggests that women who are stressed during pregnancy may increase the risk of their unborn child developing asthma or other allergies. Studies have already linked the risk of developing asthma and other allergies to a mix of genetic ... [... more]
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Birth defects - central nervous system
Neural tube defects include spina bifida, anencephaly and encephalocele. Folate deficiency and some epilepsy medications are risk factors for neural tube defects. Taking folic acid before and during pregnancy can significantly reduce the risk of ... [... more]
Better Health |
Pregnancy tests - ultrasound
Ultrasound is used during pregnancy to check the baby's development and to help pick up any abnormalities. This test isn't 100 per cent accurate, but the advantages are that it's non-invasive, painless and safe. Ultrasound is a scan that uses ... [... more]
Better Health |
Pregnancy and drugs
Most women take some kind of drug, substance or medication during pregnancy, often without realising the potential for harm. Possible effects of some drugs or medication on the pregnancy and developing foetus may include prenatal death ... [... more]
Better Health |
Pregnancy and exercise - quiz
Exercise during pregnancy is important but take care. Try our quick health quiz and find out which exercises are recommended. Learn why exercises that strengthen the pelvic floor and the abdominal muscles should also be included in your exercise ... [... more]
Better Health |
Diabetes - gestational
Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy. When gestational diabetes is well controlled, the risks to the baby and mother are greatly reduced. Mothers may be at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes after experiencing gestational ... [... more]
Better Health |
Asthma and pregnancy
Pregnant women with asthma still need to take their asthma medication. The medication won't harm the developing baby. Uncontrolled asthma poses a much greater risk than asthma medication to the expectant mother and her baby. During pregnancy, ... [... more]
Better Health |
Pregnancy and exercise
Regular exercise during pregnancy can prepare your body for labour. Physical activity may also help manage some symptoms of pregnancy such as insomnia and fatigue. Pelvic floor exercises are important before, during and after pregnancy. Regular ... [... more]
Better Health |
Fish - Better Health Channel.
Eating fish once or twice a week may reduce the risk of diseases ranging from childhood asthma to prostate cancer. Fish is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids. Fish is low in fat and high in protein. Eating fish during pregnancy may reduce ... [... more]
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FetalAlcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
Alcohol drunk by mothers during pregnancy can seriously affect the health and development of their unborn children. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is the biggest preventable cause of birth defects and brain damage in unborn children. There is no ... [... more]
Child & Youth Health |
Pregnancy - teeth
During pregnancy your hormonal balance is altered and your gums may become more easily irritated by dental plaque and can become inflamed and bleed. Pregnancy does not, by itself, cause dental decay. There is no truth in the old wives' tale that ... [... more]
Child & Youth Health |
What is toxoplasmosis?
Toxoplasmosis is rarely a serious illness in healthy children or adults but it can cause problems for an unborn baby if it is caught by the baby's mother during pregnancy. Toxoplasmosis is also a major cause of serious illness in people with a ... [... more]
Child & Youth Health |
