Question 1

23 year old pregnant woman, 13 wks ,nt scan read 3mm ,and 1:5 chance for down syndrome, are my chances high? what are my odds? 
no d.s history in fam!

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Very low : The numbers you are telling me ,your chances are very low ,I will not worry that much

Question 2

diet for pregnant women?

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Low carb/low sugar: A diet low in sugar and carbs will minimize weight gain and the size of the baby.  It will also decrease the risk of gestational diabetes.

Question 3

how should pregnant women eat?

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Pregnancy: About 300 more calories a day, you do not eat for 2 people, that's a myth.

Question 4

why do pregnant women crave pickles ?

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Not all do: Some women have strange food cravings during pregnancy. There is not a good scientific evidence for this.

Question 5

should pregnant women be around acedtone?

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Should not: There are studies that suggest a link between acetone and increased risk of birth defects.

Question 6

is it ok for a pregnant woman to maturate?

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Yes: Yes there is no reason a pregnant women should not be allowed to, or should be concerned with masturbation. It is considered safe.

Question 7

what is the temperature for pregnant women?

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Slightly Elevated : With all the pregnancy hormones, it's common to have a slightly elevated basal body temp. In fact, most preg women experience hot flashes bc of this elevation. If you start to feel like your catching a cold, and or your temps are >100.4 f, that indicates fever and should be evaluated by doctor.

Question 8

is cytogainer recommended for pregnant woman?

Accepted Answer

Why take it?: Reviewing the product online it appears to be a protein powder designed for body builders. Unless you are suffering from a nutritional deficiency or have severe hyperemesis gravidarum and you doctor has recommended nutritional supplementation this does not seem like something a pregnant woman would need to be taking.

Question 9

what foods, pregnant women not allowed to eat?

Accepted Answer

Avoid: Avoid deli meats & imported soft cheeses (listeria), raw meat (steak tartar), raw fish(sushi), raw shellfish,  things made with raw eggs (salmonella), pate & refrigerated smoke seafood that is not subsequently cooked.  No unwashed vegetables or fruit. Avoid alcohol & caffeinated beverages. Avoid mecury. Fish with very high potential mercury levels: shark, swordfish, marlin & king mackerel.

Question 10

what support systems are there for pregnant women?

Accepted Answer

Childbirth classes: Call your hospital and ask about childbirth classes.  This is a good way to meet women in your shoes.  Also cal the la leche league.

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