November 2021 - Mother Baby Daddy

27Nov 2021 by Dr. Tonya

COVID-19 Protection For Pregnancy and Children

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COVID-19 Protection For Pregnancy and Children https://youtu.be/UPIoE0bBXQ0 **** Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended nor implied to be medical advice or treatment. All content in this podcast is for general information purposes only. Consult your health care provider for medical advice. **** Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research.

22Nov 2021 by Dr. Tonya

COVID-19 & Still Births

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COVID-19 & stillbirths. We know that some children (birth to 21 years old) have not improved physically and mentally after two weeks of COVID-19. Data from Singapore has shown there were many miscarriages with the Delta variant and the original variant. Pregnant women may have adverse pregnancy outcomes if they get COVID-19. COVID-19 is dangerous for mother and baby. There were 1.26% of stillbirths over about a year and stillbirths were greater over a period of time. The number of stillbirths increased between March 2020 and March 2021. There was a 90% risk of stillbirths in mothers with COVID-19. Antivirals Monupuriver can be given before the second week, otherwise, it's too late for antivirals. Monuprivier can reduce hospitalizations or deaths by 50% and Monoclonal antibodies can do even better at…

16Nov 2021 by Dr. Tonya

Simple Ways to Reduce Feet, Ankle & Leg Swelling During Pregnancy

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Simple ways to reduce feet, ankles, and leg swelling during pregnancy. Some feet, ankles, and leg swelling are usually normal during pregnancy. Your uterus () is lying on your veins causing your blood to pool in your veins. Fluid from your veins leaks out into your feet, ankles, and legs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ee9IVeOFrE Wearing compression stockings, lying on your side, and elevating your feet have been shown to help reduce feet, ankle, and leg swelling. Decrease your intake of processed foods and table salt. As you know, processed foods are sometimes called fast foods, and they contain high levels of salt. Increase your water intake and drink filtered water, which sounds counterintuitive, but has been shown to reduce swelling. https://youtu.be/X3o2ir6Lpx8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CC2XJyaGgy4

13Nov 2021 by Dr. Tonya

How Mother & Daddy Can Build A Strong Relationships During COVID

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How mother and daddy can build a strong relationship during COVID-19. Scientist John Gottman and his wife have created a road map for couples to build and maintain a strong relationship. Go to the APP store and download the conversation starter questions for $2.I hope this information helps you in your search to build or reinforce your love relationship with your partner. There are seven steps of building this strong relationship: 1) Build love Maps 2) Share Fondness and Admiration 3) Turn Towards Instead of Away 4) The Positive Perspective 5) Manage Conflict 6) Make Life Dreams Come True 7) Create Shared Meaning Build love maps Meditation can help you relax and deal with the stresses of COVID-19.

12Nov 2021 by Dr. Tonya

“Children Learn What They Live”

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I'm sure you have heard the phrase "Children learn what they live". However, there is some debate that has been going on for years about nature versus nurture. In other words, do your kids display the behavior because it is learned, or was your child born with these behaviors. Some experts believe the environment is everything and it impacts children more than anything else. While you might be thinking, it depends on which behavior we are speaking of, nature versus nurture is still being debated. The videos below might shed some light on how to handle the unwanted behavior regardless. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxMEE_SD2dQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIKlxuO8LK8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_A67wxucLo&t=0s