The document provides comprehensive information on pregnancy, including signs, symptoms in each trimester, and precautionary measures such as diet and exercise. It discusses the risks of swine flu during pregnancy and emphasizes the importance of prenatal care and ultrasound diagnostics. Additionally, it highlights the differences between various types of multiple pregnancies and the impact of factors like age and genetics on the likelihood of having multiples.

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2. Signs Of Pregnancy Or Symptoms Of Pregnancy Are : 1. The most common or basic sign of pregnancy is delayed or missed menstrual cycle. 2. Feeling fatigued or tired is an early sign of pregnancy. 3.Lower backache, however it is found that mild lower backache persist throughout pregnancy. 4. Morning sickness. 5. Frequent urination Pregnancy is about giving birth to a new life. Information on pregnancy ,early signs of pregnancy and precautionary measures during pregnancy is given on this website. This website is created for woman looking to be pregnant or expecting a pregnancy soon. We have tried to collect as much information possible at one place for you to help. If you need any more information, please do let us know. http://www.pregnancycheck.com

3. First trimester of pregnancy The common symptoms of first trimester of pregnancy are 1. The first or early sign of pregnancy is a missed period 2.Light bleeding or spotting can also occur around first 10 to 12 days after conception 3.Frequent mood swing due to hormonal changes 4. Morning sickness 5.Nausea 6. Vomiting tendency 7. Change in taste 8. Tiredness 9. Extreme fatigue and dizziness Stages of Pregnancy First trimester of pregnancy http://www.pregnancycheck.com

4. Stages of Pregnancy Second trimester of pregnancy Second trimester of pregnancy The common symptoms of first trimester of pregnancy are 1. Increased appetite 2. Increase in size of mammary gland 3. Darker areola 4. Increase in uterus size 5. Frequent urination 6. Mild backache 7. Abdominal cramp 8. Heartburns 9. Indigestion and constipation 10. Nose and gum bleeding due to increase in estrogen and progesterone hormones http://www.pregnancycheck.com

5. Stages of Pregnancy Third trimester of pregnancy Third trimester of pregnancy The common symptoms of first trimester of pregnancy are 1. Large belly size 2.Strong sensation of fetal movement but less frequent 3. Severe abdominal cramp 4. Leg cramp 5. Increased pelvic pressure 6. Severe back pain 7. Leaking of colostrums 8. Sore hips http://www.pregnancycheck.com

6. Exercises for Pregnancy : Beginners It has been commonly observed that women start taking exercise seriously when they are pregnant. They should note that they are bound to gain weight and have a mild back pain problem during pregnancy. Therefore, pregnancy is not a time to reduce weight or time to strengthen your back muscles. One should start slowly with very normal and safe pregnancy exercises. Early pregnancy exercises are 1 . Walking 2. Neck rotation 3. Shoulder rotation 4. Ankle rotation 5. Thigh shift 6. Swimming (not vigorously) 7. Light aerobic exercises 8. Yoga (under expert supervision) http://www.pregnancycheck.com

7. Signs to stop exercising Experts suggest a woman not to exercise if she is going through any of these conditions 1. Heart problem 2. Lungs problem 3. Chronic hypertension 4. Severe anemia 5. Asthma 6. Multiple gestation (having twins or triplets) 7. Cervical insufficiency Benefit of exercise during pregnancy Exercising during pregnancy can help in many ways. It keeps you rejuvenated, it charges you and your mood, and it helps controlling emotions preparing you for childbirth. 1.Strong muscles 2. Resistance to fatigue 3. Strong back muscles 4. Stress relief 5. Better sleep 6. Weight control 7. Prepares you for labor pains 8. Easy to get back into shape after pregnancy http://www.pregnancycheck.com

8. Pregnancy Diet Plan Most people say that a pregnant woman has to eat for two persons. This is partially true. It is recommended that the daily intake of a pregnant women to be increased with 100 cal in the first trimester then in the second and trimester with 300 calories. Folic acid must be included in the pregnancy diet as is good for reducing the risk of having a baby with malformations of the brain and spinal cord, also known as the "neural tube". Another useful supplement that must be included in the pregnancy diet is the Iron . This supplement helps the blood of the mother and baby carry oxygen. Calcium is also good for pregnant women and is a must have in pregnancy diets. Calcium and vitamin D are good for the future bones and teeth of the baby and also in preventing the mother from loosing her own bone density during the 9 months of pregnancy. Avoid taking supplements of vitamin A as they can harm the baby. Vitamin A is found in fish liver oil so do not eat that either. http://www.pregnancycheck.com

9. Swine Flue In Pregnancy Pregnancy and swine flu together can be a very risky combination. It can harm you as well as your fetus for the rest of the life. The vaccinations, like tamiflu are very safe options when you are pregnant. You should therefore visit the doctor, when you feel the symptoms. Symptoms Of Swine Flu: 1. Fever 2. Sore throat 3. Body aches 4. Fatigue 5. Chills 6. Cough 7. Head aches 8.Vomiting and diarrhea 9. Running nose http://www.pregnancycheck.com

10. Precautionary Measures For H1N1 in Pregnancy: 1 . If any one in the family is having symptoms of swine flu, then take him to the doctor immediately. 2. Avoid leaving the house as much as possible. 3. If you go out use N-95 masks, or triple layer disposal masks. 4. Cover your nose and mouth with a thick, disposable paper napkin or tissue paper. 5. Request others to do the same. 6. Each time you cough and sneeze, wash your hands. 7. Each time you touch someone who came from outside, wash your hands, and make him wash his hands too. 8. Drink tea soups and hot drinks (Do not drink coffee. It is not good for pregnancy). Heat prevents mutation of H1N1. 9. Do not touch or scratch your nose or eyes. Do not put your hands into your mouth unnecessarily. 10.Have a plan of the dos and don’ts, in case you fall ill. http://www.pregnancycheck.com

11. Carrying Multiples:-Triplets, Quadruplets, Quintuplets, Sextuplets : Multiple pregnancies occur when the uterus nurtures more than one fetus. Giving birth to twins is the most common form of multiple pregnancies. In human, multiple pregnancies are very rare. http://www.pregnancycheck.com There are three subtypes of multiple pregnancies: Monozygotic : When one zygote (egg), splits into two or more embryos. Monozygotic pregnancy gives birth to identical twins, of the same sex, as all the embryos are carrying the same genetic material from one single zygote. These twins are maternal twins. 2. Dizygotic: When more than one ovum is released during the menstrual cycle, and each one of them are then fertilized by more than one sperm, it gives birth to dizygotic twines. These twins are genetically different from one another, and can also have different sex; they are also caller fraternal twins. 3. Polyzygotic : This case is a combination of monozygotic and dizygotic twins. It is a very rare process. Most multiple pregnancies are a result of polyzygotic phenomenon. Multiple Pregnancies

12. Causes of Multiple pregnancies: 1. Naturally: Twins, triplets and quadruples may bear naturally, by fertilization of multiple eggs or splitting of the eggs. 2. Fertility treatment: Fertility reproduction and Assisted Reproductive technology (ART) may result in the higher orders of multiple pregnancies. Fertility drugs enable the maturation of more than one egg in one menstrual cycle. As a result, each of these eggs gets fertilized to cause multiple pregnancies. 3. Old age : As women grow old, their hormonal systems start altering. Follicle-stimulating hormones are secreted more in women who are above 35. This may result in multiple pregnancies. 4. Genetic : Multiple pregnancies may be genetic in the woman’s side of the family. 5 . Race: Multiple pregnancies are more common amongst the black Africans. http://www.pregnancycheck.com

13. Pregnancy Ultrasound In ultrasound scan, a high frequency wave is transmitted through the uterus. The hard tissue and bones of the fetus reflects these sound waves. The receiver receives these reflected sound waves and the computer converts this information into an image. The image is a mixture of white, gray and black shades, depending on the intensity of reflected wave. Many scanners today generate colored 3D images. Ultrasounds can be used for the detection of 1. Ectopic pregnancy. 2. Single or twin or multiple pregnanacies. 3. Heartbeat of the baby. 4. Reasons for any kind of bleeding during pregnancy. 5. Whether all the organs of the baby have developed or not. 6. Whether all the organs are functioning properly or not. 7. Determining the accurate date of delivery. 8. Amount of amniotic fluid, the condition and position of placenta. 9. Can be used to detect certain abnormalities. 10. It can also be used to measure the rate of growth of the fetus. http://www.pregnancycheck.com

14. http://www.pregnancycheck.com There are different ways in which the ultrasound technology can be used in pregnancy related diagnosis. They are: 1. Abdominal ultrasound 2. Vaginal ultrasound 3. Doppler ultrasound

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