little sun exposure. Optimal conversion of vitamin D from sunshine is contingent on many factors including the longitude and latitude of where you live, season, and time of day. This inconsistency of optimal sunrays is one of the main reasons why vitamin D is added to foods.
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Canadian Study Finds Low Vitamin D levels in Pregnant Women Could Cause Cavities for Their Babies
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008CDC Report Finds Hospital Do Not Do Enough to Promote Breastfeeding
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Yale Study Reveals Chocolate Good for Pregnant Women
Thursday, May 1st, 2008
A recent internet survey found that pregnant women do indeed have the oddest cravings. Odd foods craved by pregnant women included pickles and peanut butter, tuna with bananas, and even toothpaste. This year’s survey found 75% of pregnant women had odd food cravings, compared with only 30% five decades ago. Number one on the craving list- chocolate; yet that preganacy craving for chocolate might not be such a bad thing. Good news for chocolate loving mums everywhere, a new study found chocolate is actually good for expecting women.
NHANES Survey Finds More Mothers Breastfeed, in First Months at Least
Thursday, May 1st, 2008Kansas City University Finds Exercise during Pregnancy Leads to a Healthier Heart in Moms and Babies to Be
Thursday, April 10th, 2008Many expecting mothers wonder if they should continue with their exercise routine during pregnancy or even begin a new exercise routine. Previously, studies have found that exercise can have positive affects on pregnancy but lacked specific details. A new study by Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences reveals that exercising while expecting helps create a healthy heart for both mother and baby.
International Congress on Women's Mental Health Finds Motherhood Makes Women Braver, Faster, and More Laid-Back
Thursday, March 20th, 2008Upon reading theabove title, you may find the statement to be a bit of an oxymoron. Being a new mother can be a day to day struggle with lack of sleep, diaper changing, new worries about your baby, and finding your memory isn’t what it used to be. That being said, it may be hard to believe motherhood can actually make you faster and more laid-back. Sounds unbelievable, but it is true. New research discovered that motherhood is actually good for the brain; making mothers less stressed, faster, and more courageous.
University of Haifa Study Finds Relations with Parents Can Effect Women's Bonding with Their Own Kids
Wednesday, February 27th, 2008
Recently, Mum Mum’s has discussed the affects the bond between parent and child can have on a child’s future development. Many factors play a role in just how hat special bond gets created, as well a mother’s development of her own parenting skills. In an attempt to explore these parental variables, a new study reveals that a mother’s perception of her relationship with her own parents can affect how she bonds with her new baby.
A Look at Caffeine Consumption and Miscarriage Risk
Tuesday, January 29th, 2008
Expecting mothers tend to pay extra special attention to what they are eating drinking throughout their pregnancies. This month, 2 very opposing studies were released in regards to an expecting mother’s caffeine consumption and risk of miscarriage. While one study claims moderate caffeine intake does increase the risk of pregnancy complications, the other states just the opposite.
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Greek Study Shows Mediterranean Diet Helps Pregnant Mums Protect Kids From Allergies
Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Mediterranean diets have been proven time and time again to aid in keeping hearts healthy. The Mediterranean diet, rich in olive oils, fish, fresh fruits, and veggies has been found to have even more benefits. A new study discovered that the Mediterranean diet might help mothers protect their newborns from a variety of allergies.
Tesco Modern Mother Survey Reveals Loneliness of Modern Mothers
Sunday, January 6th, 2008
Giving birth to a new baby might appear to be the happiest moment in a woman’s life. A new survey reveals, however, this is not the case. According to the Motherhood Survey, sponsored by Mother & Baby Magazine along with Tesco, the first year of motherhood is actually the loneliest time in a woman’s life.
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