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Prayer Increases Forgiveness, Study Shows
February 1, 2010, Science Daily |
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Nine psychological tasks for a good marriage
American Psychological Association |
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His or Hers Jealousy? New Explanation for Sex Differences in Jealousy
January 31, 2010, Science Daily |
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Couples with Shared Identity Better at Conflict Resolution
January 29, 2010, PsychCentral |
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Same-sex couples can be effective parents, researchers find
January 21, 2010, USA Today |
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Pregnancy is an enriching time of growth, transformation and challenge. It is normal for psychological changes to occur during your pregnancy; however, if emotional problems are so great that they disturb your everyday life, contact your doctor and get help.
Your mental and physical health is important during pregnancy. The following are health tips adapted from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's article, Having a Healthy Pregnancy:
- Avoid paint fumes, toxic substances, X-rays, cat litter, and excessive high heat (i.e. saunas and hot tubs)
- See your doctor regularly for prenatal care
- Breastfeed
- Don’t smoke
- Drink extra glasses of water, milk and fruit juices each day
- Maintain a healthy diet high in fiber, iron, protein, vegetables, fruits, milk and grain products, and other fortified foods and low in fat
- Don’t eat raw meat
- Take folic acid before and during your pregnancy to reduce risk of birth defects
- Know your family health history
- Wash your hands regularly
- Take iron as prescribed by your doctor
- Join a parenting class or support group
- Keep your physician informed of questionable changes in your body (i.e. dizziness, vaginal bleeding, and pain)
- Keep away from alcohol and caffeine
- Ask your doctor about all medications including prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbs
- Baby-proof your home
- Be physically active – light exercise can lighten your mood and decrease discomfort and fatigue
- Eat several small meals each day, this can help with queasiness
- Stay away from rodents, even household pets like hamsters and guinea pigs
- Wear gloves when gardening
- Try to be within 15 pounds of your ideal weight before pregnancy
- Don’t diet during pregnancy
- Get plenty of rest
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