Pregnancy & Delta Variant

Pregnancy & Delta Variant

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Pregnancy & Delta Variant surge. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Society for Fetal Medicine recommend that all pregnant individuals be vaccinated against COVID-19. This is new information because prior to now, COVID-19 vaccines were only recommended at 20 weeks or more and before the third trimester. Mothers are at risk for severe COVID-19 disease up to death from the virus. Only 22% of women have received at least one vaccine. Ask your doctor about anything that you might be concerned about.
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Why Should You Put the Mask Back On?

Why Should You Put the Mask Back On?

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Why Should You Put the Mask Back On, especially when 75% of Americans have had at least one shot? The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is running a bit behind on posting the data and the new symptoms of COVID-19. So, we might not have accurate data based on other resources such as the COVID-19 tracking app. Things are changing so quickly. CDC & Recommendations Yesterday, the CDC has reversed its mask recommendations. It is recommending vaccinated people wear masks indoors in areas with high transmission (US 2/3 of the states). Recommending masks for vaccinated people is not viewed as a good recommendation by many Americans. People, including most of my friends, are enraged by the CDC recommendations, and rightfully so. This pandemic has been stressful, to say…
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Delta Variant & COVID-19

Delta Variant & COVID-19

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Delta variant and COVID-19. https://youtu.be/0Lgf4YL2PbE It is obvious that the existence of COVID-19 anywhere is a threat to COVID-19 everywhere. In the United States (US), cases are increasing but testing doesn't seem to be keeping up. Therefore, the cases that are seen on the different are likely more. Yet, the US is number 4 in the world to have people who are fully vaccinated and rank at number six for one vaccine. As of July 19, 2021 At least one vaccine Fully vaccinated (2 vaccines) #1 Canada #1 United Kingdom #2 United Kingdom #2 Spain #3 Spain #3 Canada #4 Italy #4 United States #5 Geremany #5 Germany #6 United States #6 Italy Some people who had COVID-19 in the past are not sure if they should get the vaccine.…
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Pregnancy and COVID-19 Vaccine

Pregnancy and COVID-19 Vaccine

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COVID-19 delta variant is on the rise at approximately 58% of the cases in the United States. Most people think that the pandemic is over, but not quite. The cases and deaths over the last seven days all over the world have, for the most part, increased. Nevertheless, take a look at how far we have come over the last year. Last year on July 4th, we were on lockdown in the United States and other parts of the world. What has changed our way of life? You know, it's the successful COVID-19 vaccination programs around the world. The COVID-19 vaccine was not recommended in the first trimester until now. Any pregnant woman can get any COVID-19 vaccine. Recent research has shown that the COVID-19 vaccine could protect the baby…
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COVID-19 Vaccine and Breastfeeding

COVID-19 Vaccine and Breastfeeding

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This post was inspired by Dr.Viki Male, Imperial College London, work. Experts have recommended that it's best to wait after 20 weeks to get the vaccine to make sure that the vaccine would not cause spontaneous abortion. Yet, there is no strong research evidence so far that the vaccine causes spontaneous abortions, although some women in the early studies did have a spontaneous abortion. The researchers noted that the levels of loss were not significantly different from other women who did not get the vaccine. To prevent premature babies, severe COVID-19, and hospitalization from COVID-19, the World Health Organization recommends the COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant women when the benefits outweigh the risks. Of course, this is not medical advice and you should talk with your doctor to make the decision…
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How to Stop Heartburn During Pregnancy

How to Stop Heartburn During Pregnancy

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How to Stop Heart Burn During Pregnancy. Whew...if you are reading this, I probably don't have to tell you that heartburn is uncomfortable, especially when you are pregnant. Heartburn feels like a burning feeling in your chest between your back and chest. It usually starts after eating and it gets worst when you are lying down or bend at the waist. After talking to many moms in the clinic, many want to stop their heartburn naturally. Water Ginger or ginger tea can help to reduce acid in your stomach
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Weight Gain During Pregnancy: What to Expect?

Weight Gain During Pregnancy: What to Expect?

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Weight Gain During Pregnancy: What to Expect? Over the years, there has been so much conflicting information about weight gain during pregnancy in the attempt to maintain healthy blood pressure and reduce pregnancy complications. However, the ACOG has recommendations to assure that women gain enough weight to prevent small babies and they laid down their recommendations to prevent overweight in pregnancy. In this video, I will tell you what you need to know about weight gain in pregnancy, and when you should be concerned? https://youtu.be/R3NNZUQkJVM During pregnancy, your doctor will use your before pregnant height and weight to calculate your body mass index (BMI). Use the BMI calculator in this post to see if you have a healthy weight before pregnancy. Don' forget to use your weight before you were…
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Pregnancy and COVID Vaccine Update

Pregnancy and COVID Vaccine Update

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Pregnancy and COVID Vaccine Update. In this episode, I share the latest research on the recommended vaccine for pregnant women. Last year we thought that pregnant women were at low risk for COVID-19 and its complication. Currently, studies have shown that pregnancy puts women at higher risk for COVID severe disease than women who are not pregnant. https://youtu.be/OrKBWiScExQ **** Congratulations on your pregnancy! Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast where you will learn everything you need to know to help prevent pregnancy complications and have a healthy happy baby. I will also chat with experts, mothers, and dads to bring you the best information. I will cover many topics that are important to you including pregnancy, prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. If this sounds like something you…
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Happy Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day

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Happy Mother's Day! In this post, I will recommend several resources that remind me about what it means to be a mother. Enjoy! The "Phenomenal Women" poem by Dr. Maya Angelo is my favorite poem that reminds me of honoring my mother and grandmother. She told Oprah is that the best advice she has been given was to forgive. I found this to be good advice. Kim's Intimacy Album has a song called A Mother's Love. This is a beautiful song that reminds me of my mother and grandmother who are both alive and well. If you like Charlie and Smokey, here is a tribute to mothers here. Lastly, check out Dr. Maya Angelou's Book TV video "Letter to my Daughter". She talks about how a mother gives her daughter…
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Why Mother & Daddy Should Consider the COVID Vaccine ASAP

Why Mother & Daddy Should Consider the COVID Vaccine ASAP

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Early on, we health care providers thought that pregnancy was in some way protective from severe covid. Now, we know better. Research has shown that contracting COVID while you are pregnant is associated with extremely higher rates of deaths, preeclampsia, high blood pressure, preterm birth, and infections. In fact, pregnant women are more than 22 times likely of dying from COVID than women who are not pregnant. COVID while pregnant was associated with a very high risk of illnesses and death in women during postpartum especially if the mom has COVID systems. Pregnant women have been shown to experience long-term effects otherwise know as a long-hauler effect. Also, COVID during pregnancy could put your baby at a much higher risk of bad things happening, which the studies called poor outcomes.…
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