임산부는 태아의 발달과 건강을 위해 다양한 영양소를 섭취해야 하는데요. 충분히 공급해 주지 못하는 영양분은 보충제로 섭취해 주는 게 산모와 아기를 위해 중요해요. 오메가3🐟는 남녀노소 누구든 섭취하면 좋은 영양분인데 임산부에게는 어떤 점이 좋으며 시중에 다양한 제품 중에서 잘 고르는 방법을 알아보아요.<hr>오메가3 필요한 이유는?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/48cc0b55-3c75-47ab-a33d-68bbeb09e31a.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">오메가3는 이래이래서~~꼭 필요합니다멍!오메가3는 불포화지방산의 한 종류이에요. 주요 구성 성분은 DHA와 EPA인데요. 임신 중 오메가3 섭취는 아기의 두뇌발달과 눈 발달을 도와주어요. 산모에게는 산후 우울증 예방을 도와주고 수유 시에는 면역물질 증가 및 유방암 발병률도 낮춰 주어요.🌈<hr>오메가3 고르는 법🐸<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/a9f100b2-ab13-4a8a-951c-9883c5e2c7cf.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">흠 너란 오메가쓰뤼...🐟오메가3 제품을 고를 때는 어떤 원료에서 공급했는지 확인해 보세요.DHA가 동물성과 식물성에 추출할 수 있는데요. 동물성이 식물성보다 가격이 경제적이에요. 동물성은 보통 소형 어류류에서 추출하다 보니 중금속, 방사능, 환경오염에 노출 위험이 있을 수 있지만😨 식품&middot;약 처를 통과한 믿을만한 제품을 고른다면 괜찮아요. 입덧으로 동물성 오메가 3가 힘들다면 식물성 오메가3를 선택해 보세요.🐟오메가3 원료 형태를 살펴보세요.&nbsp;분자 구조에 따라 TG형, EE형, rTG형 3가지로 구분되는데요. TG형은 불순물과 포화지방산이 포함된 형태이고 EE형은 불순물과 포화지방산을 줄여 순도를 높인 형태여요.💡 rTG형은 최신 기술로 불순물과 포화지방산을 줄여 순도가 높고 체내 흡수율이 높아요.🐟주성분인 DHA가 EPA보다 높은 것이 좋아요.&nbsp;비율로 따져보면 4대1~ 2대1 성분 정도가 좋아요.✅ EPA 성분 없이 DHA만 섭취하면 생리활성 물질의 균형이 깨지고 태아에게까지 영양분이 흡수가 잘 안 될 수 있어요.🐟오메가3의 연질 캡슐 원료를 살펴보세요.&nbsp;우피나 돈피 젤라틴 캡슐보다 홍조류 등의 식물성 캡슐이 소화가 잘되고 보관도 쉬워요.🐟오메가3 함량을 확인해 주세요.&nbsp;오메가 하루 권장 섭취량은 500~1,000mg 인데요.📈캡슐 함량이 아닌 실제 오메가 함량이 500mg 이상인 것을 섭취하는 게 좋아요.<hr>오메가3 구매 또는 관리 주의 사항🐸<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/c5dbdcee-92b3-41da-a066-4a81ba7955dd.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">어이 거기 엄빠덜! 이건 잊지 마쇼!🔅오메가3 구매 시 햇빛이 드는 곳에 보관했거나 투명 용기에 대용량 들어 있는 제품은 피해 주세요.🔅겉 포장에 &lsquo;건강기능식품&rsquo; 문구 마크를 확인해 주세요.🙌 마크가 없으면 효능이 입증이 안 되었거나 불법 유통 제품일 수 있어요.🔅구매 후 먹고 있는 기존의 오메가3 제품에서 생선 냄새가 아닌 기름 찌든 냄새가 난다면 산패가 진행된 것일 수 있으니 바로 폐기해 주세요.🌟

임산부 오메가3 필요한 이유 & 고르는 법

눈에 넣어도 아프지 않은 사랑스러운 생명체, 우리 아가😍! 머리부터 발 끝까지 뽀뽀하고 안아주고 싶을 때가 하루에도 수십번이실테죠. 하지만 아기에게 뽀뽀👄하면 안되는 부위들이 있다는 사실 알고 계신가요? 엄빠 입장에서 정말 참기 힘든 뽀뽀이지만 자칫 잘못하면 이 스킨십 때문에 아이가 아플 수 있어요. 아기에게 뽀뽀하기 전 알아야할 상식 A to Z에 대해 알려드릴게요! 📝<hr/>뽀뽀의 위험성?!<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/6f334e03-48dd-4d3f-a135-780b78e50909.webp"/>참기 힘들지만.. 뽀뽀는 앙대앙대~~👄 실제로 이런 일이 있었어요!뽀뽀가 어린 아이의 건강에는 치명적😲일 수 있는데요. 엄빠들이 생각보다 이 심각성에 대해서 모르고 계신 경우가 많아요. 실제로 2017년 미국에서 태어난 한 아이는 생후 18일만에 뽀뽀로 인해 '헤르페스 바이러스 감염'으로 인한 뇌수막염에 걸려 사망했어요. 이밖에도 어른들의 부주의한 뽀뽀는 온몸에 발진과 물집을 만들거나, 청력 손상👂🏻 등이 생기는 등 의도치 않게 아이들을 아프게 할 수 있어요.👄 왜 이런 일이 생기는 거죠?아기는 생후 6개월 전까지는 엄마에게서 받은 면역항체 덕분에 각종 바이러스 감염으로부터 보호받아요. 하지만 이르면 4개월부터, 6개월 전후로 엄마에게서 받은 면역항체가 점차 소실되며 각종 질병에 노출되기 쉬워진답니다. 뽀뽀는 어른의 타액이 아이의 손🤲🏻, 발, 입 주변으로 옮겨가 바이러스를 전파시킬 수 있기 때문에 면역력이 약한 아이들과 뽀뽀는 물론 접촉시에도 주의⚠️가 필요해요. 특히 면역체계가 형성되는 생후 24개월까지는 외부의 세균👿과 이물질로부터 아이들을 잘 보호하고 관리해 주는 것이 필요해요. <hr/>부위별 뽀뽀 주의사항!'입'🙅<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/549f74bb-8091-4e5a-923e-757f96dc9e55.webp"/>엄빠님들!! 뽀뽀는 나중에~!!!😨 충치균이 옮아요.신생아에게는 충치균이 없어요. 하지만 아기에게 뽀뽀를 하게 되면 어른의 입에 있던 ‘뮤탄스균’이란 충치균이 옮게 되는데 이 균은 유치가 나기 전 입에 들어올 경우 구강 건강을 해쳐요.😐 따라서 뽀뽀뿐 아니라 다른 사람이 사용하는 식기로 음식을 먹이는 것, 음식을 대신 씹어서 먹이는 것도 절대로 안 돼요. 😨 구내염이 옮을 수 있어요. 뽀뽀 때문에 구내염이 옮기도 해요. 따라서 아기 입에 들어가는 젖병, 공갈 젖꼭지, 노리개, 장난감 등의 위생 관리를 철저히 해야 해요.✨😨 위장병에 걸릴 수 있어요.헬리코박터 파이로리균 감염은 월령이 낮은 아기들에게 흔히 발생하지는 않지만 유아기에 종종 침을 통해 감염되기 때문에 되도록 피하는 것이 좋아요.🙆<hr/>부위별 뽀뽀 주의사항!'귀'&amp;'피부'🙅<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/c922bbdc-5b7e-489d-b58d-5a57d78b05fc.webp"/>이게 머선 소리다냐?!!!😨 고막이 손상될 수 있어요.아기 귀에 뽀뽀를 하면👂 어른의 입술에서 생기는 흡입력 때문에 아기의 고막이 끌어 당겨져서 달팽이관에 상처를 입을 수 있어요. 그리고 한 번 손상된 고막은 회복이 어렵고 그 때문에 청각이 손상될 수 있으므로 주의해 주세요.😨 피부염증이 생겨요.헤르페스 감염증은 단순 포진 바이러스지만 피부나 점막에 물집에 생기는 단순 포진성 질환부터 고열을 동반한 수막염 등 중증 질환까지 나타날 수 있으므로 주의가 필요해요.💁 이 바이러스는 타액을 통해 감염되는데 전염성이 매우 강하다고 해요. 어른에게는 헤르페스 바이러스가 항상 잠복하고 있고 큰 문제가 되지 않지만 면역력이 거의 없는 아기에게 전염이 되면 극복할 만한 힘이 없어요. 또 가벼운 입맞춤, 재채기로도 옮길 수 있으니 조심하세요.

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임신도 처음, 출산도 처음, 엄마도 처음이라면 수유 역시 호락호락하지 않은 과정이 될 수 있어요! 남들이 수유하는 것을 보면 잘만 하는 것 같은데 막상 수유를 시작하려니 어느 정도로 어떻게 해야 할 지 고민이 많으실 거예요.🙄 그래서 빌리가 수유에 관한 정보를 준비해 보았어요!🌻  수유량 &amp; 수유 간격 알려드릴게요!<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/eb825a7e-9158-40ef-8896-be205415eb1c.webp"/>맘마 주세요오오생후 1달까지는 아이가 먹고 자고 울기를 반복하는 시기예요. 모유 또는 분유로만 영양분을 공급받기 때문에 아이가 원할 때 수시로 먹이고는 해요👶. 하지만 수유량이 많은 경우 아이가 먹고 게워 내거나 울며 보채고, 다리를 들어 올려 불편함을 표시하며 울기 때문에 아이의 행동 또한 점검하셔서 적정한 수유량과 간격을 맞춰 주어야 한답니다. 생후 2주 이후부터는 먹고 체중이 적절하게 잘 늘어 가는지 비교해가며 수유를 해주셔야 하는데요. 아이가 수유 후 편안해하며 기저귀를 보통 하루 평균 5~6장을 쓰는 경우에 잘 먹고 있는 거예요. 지금부터는 월령별 수유량과 수유 간격에 대해 자세히 알려드릴게요!✅ 생후 ~1개월사실 이때는 크게 영향을 받지 않고 먹는다고 해요. 하지만 아이마다 다르기 때문에 아이에 맞게 수유 간격을 어느 정도 일정하게 잡아주셔야 하는데요. 수유 간격은 2~3시간, 최대 4시간을 넘기지 않도록 해주세요.🍼 모유의 경우 어느 정도 먹는지 자세히 알지 못하기 때문에 충분히 한쪽 15분 정도 양쪽 수유를 해주시고 원할 때 주되 일정한 간격의 시간 패턴을 꼭 정해주세요.✅ 1개월~3개월이 개월 수부터는 활동량도 어느 정도 생기고 낮과 밤을 구분하여 놀기도 하는 시기예요.💨 또한 마찬가지로 먹는 양도 늘게 되지요. 그렇기 때문에 먹는 양을 항상 점검하시면서 정상적으로 체중이 느는지 정기적으로 체크를 해주셔야 해요. 수유 횟수는 분유 3시간 이상의 간격을 두고 4회~ 10회 정도가 적당해요. 아이마다 먹는 양이 다르기 때문에 횟수도 차이가 있을 수 있어요. 너무 자주 먹는다고 너무 조금 먹는다고 걱정하지 마시고 총 수유량을 계산해 주세요. 3개월 이후부터는 자연스럽게 밤 수유를 중단하는 것이 좋아요!✅ 4개월~7개월4개월 이후부터 6개월 사이 이유식을 시작하게 된답니다. 그렇기 때문에 이제는 이유식으로도 영양분을 보충할 수 있어요. 이유식을 적당히 먹인 후 모유, 분유를 보충해 주세요. 모유 1일 4~5회 분유 150-210 사이 하루 4~5회를 먹이는 것을 권장해요.🙆 이때부터는 총량 1000 ML 가 넘지 않도록 횟수, 양 조절을 해주세요.✅ 8개월~9개월영양 잡힌 이유식을 병행하면서 일정한 식사 일정을 짜주셔야 해요. 수유량은 1회 180 - 210 사이 하루 3~4회 먹여야 하며 모유 간격은 4시간 이상으로 넓혀주세요. 잦은 모유 수유가 꼭 좋은 방법은 아니니 아이에게 맞는 일정 시간 간격을 두고 충분히 먹여주세요.✨✅ 9개월~돌 이후이제는 세끼 이유식을 섭취하는 시기예요. 컵으로 먹는 연습과 함께 젖병을 돌 이후 서서히 끊을 수 있게 도와주셔야 하죠. 총 수유량은 400~ 600사이로 줄게 되며 2~3회 정도의 간격을 둘 수 있어요.⏰ 이때 수유량은 분유, 생우유, 두유 등 액상 식품을 포함한 경우이니 참고해 주세요!그래도 고민이 된다면?월령별 평균 수유량과 수유 간격이 일정하게 모든 아이에게 동일하진 않아요.😊 그렇기 때문에 아이가 너무 많이 먹어요, 너무 적게 먹어요, 너무 자주 먹어요, 고민이 된다면 평균과 비교하여 아이의 체중이 늘었는지 총량은 어느 정도 먹는지 주기적으로 점검하셔서 아이가 건강하게 잘 자라고 있는지 확인하시면 걱정 뚝! 하실 거예요. 시기별 필요한 영양분을 충분히 섭취할 수 있도록 엄빠의 관심과 사랑을 듬뿍 주셔야 하는 건 기본인 거 알고 계시죠?💟

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엄빠! 혹시 아기가 낯선 것만 보면 극도로 울지는 않나요?💧 일반적으로 6개월이 지나면서 부터 아이들은 낯가림을 시작해요. 이것은 성장과정 중 발생할 수 있는 자연스러운 현상으로 인지능력이 발달하면서 나타난다고 해요. 엄빠의 입장에서는 당황스러울 수 밖에 없는 낯가림🫣! 빌리가 극복방법을 알려드릴게요!🙌🏻&nbsp;<hr>우리 아이 낯가림 정복하기<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/c1e23418-cda2-4b90-ae7e-44941fa8b1c8.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">앗 부끄러워요오아이는 성장하면서 자신에게 익숙한 것과 그렇지 않은 것을 변별해요.👶이건 물건뿐만 아니라 사람에게도 해당하는 이야기죠. 때문에 익숙한 엄빠 외의 사람들에게 낯을 가릴 수 있어요. 흔히 &lsquo;낯을 가린다&rsquo;고 하면 아이의 사회성을 고민하지만, 낯가림은 발달 과정 중 자연스러운 현상이에요. 그러니 섣불리 우려할 필요는 없어요.👌다만 엄빠의 노력으로 낯가림을 완화할 몇 가지 방법이 있어요.<hr>낯가림에 대한 궁금증 모두 해결해드려요!<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/00381e51-f0ea-4380-9250-747a9f7a23f1.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">모두 나가주세요 쑥쓰러워요ㅠQ. 낯가림은 왜 일어나나요? 🙈A. 생후 3개월까지는 주어지는 자극에 별다른 지각이 없지만, 인지와 정서가 발달하면서 자극을 변별할 수 있게 돼요.💭세상에 나온 지 얼마 되지 않은 아이들은 사람과 사물을 구분하지 못하거든요. 때문에 &lsquo;낯을 가린다&rsquo;는 건 그만큼 일전에 경험했던 자극을 기억한다는 이야기기도 해요. 그런 맥락에서 새로운 자극이 아이에게 익숙해지면 &lsquo;낯가림&rsquo;은 자연스레 사라질 현상이에요.💁Q. 낯가림은 언제부터 시작되나요?✅A. 낯가림은 일반적으로 생후 6개월부터 시작되어 2세까지 지속된다고 해요. 생후 3개월이 되면 자신을 둘러싼 사람과 환경을 인식할 수 있는 범위가 넓어지는데, 6개월이 되면 이전보다 더 많은 것들을 알게 되거든요.👀때문에 생후 6개월 시기의 아이들은 엄마와 아빠를 알아보고, 자신에게 친숙한 사람과 친숙하지 않은 사람을 인지해요. 하지만 개인이 타고난 기질적인 특성과 환경적인 요인에 따라 정도의 차이가 있어요.Q. 낯가림에 영향을 주는 요인은 무엇인가요?📕A. 아이가 태어나자마자 가장 먼저 타인과 관계를 맺는 것은 부모님이죠. 때문에 안정적인 애착이 형성될수록 낯선 사람과 상황에 대한 감수성이 달라져요. 태어난 지 얼마 되지 않은 1년 미만의 아이들은 아직 &lsquo;대상 영속성(=눈앞에 사라진 대상이나 사물이 어딘가에 있다는 사실을 아는 능력)&rsquo; 능력이 발달하지 않았기 때문에 부모와의 애착이 낯가림의 중요한 예후가 될 수 있어요.🔍이 시기에 피치 못하게 아이와 떨어지게 된다면, 합리적인 설명을 해주고 안정적인 애착이 형성될 수 있도록 노력해주세요.🙇Q. 낯가림이 없어도 문제가 되나요?🤔낯가림이 너무 없는 경우, 문제가 될 수 있어요. 아이와 눈👀 맞춤을 하면 응시를 하는지, 대화나 행동을 통한 상호작용에는 문제가 없는지 확인해 주시는 것이 필요해요. 보통 이런 경우는 드물지만 자폐 스팩트럼, 정신지체, 발달 장애를 의심해 볼 수 있는 요소가 될 수 있어요. 이 밖에도 애착이 불안정하진 않은지 확인해 보시는 것도 좋아요.🧐<hr>낯가림을 완화하는 방법&nbsp;<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/8e13ce69-4219-4fd7-9713-94743cec8727.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">제 낯가림도 완화해주세요...💙생후 6개월 전후 다양한 자극을 제공해주세요.앞서 언급했다시피 보통 아이들은 6개월 전후로 사물에 대한 인지발달과 변별을 시작해요. 발달이 조금 빠른 아이들은 생후 2-3개월 때부터 이뤄지기도 하죠. 바로 이 무렵, 아이에게 다양한 경험과 감정을 제공해주세요.👀아직 본격적인 언어발달이 이루어지기 전이지만, 엄빠의 합리적인 설명(예: 오늘은 친구 누구를 만날거야)은 아이에게 큰 안정감을 제공할 수 있어요.👂또한, 짧고 명료하며 운율이 느껴지는 엄마말(baby talk)은 낯선 사람들과의 만남에 큰 도움이 될 수 있어요. 본격적으로 사회적 관계를 형성하는 18개월 이전의 이러한 경험들은 아이의 사회성 발달에 큰 도움이 될 거예요.💛&nbsp;💙낯선 사람들과 친해질 수 있는 시간을 주세요.낯가림이 발생하는 시기에 &lsquo;사회성을 기른다&rsquo;는 명목으로 아이를 낯선 자극에 바로 노출시키지는 마세요. 대신, 아이가 낯선 사람과 자극에 점진적으로 친해질 수 있는 &lsquo;시간&rsquo;을 충분히 제공해 주세요.🙈&lsquo;첫술에 배부르랴&rsquo;는 속담이 있듯, 낯선 이와 처음부터 특별한 사이가 되는 것은 어려운 일이에요. 차분히 우리 아이가 상호작용을 해나갈 수 있도록 기다려주세요. 또한, 부모와의 분리불안이 심한 아이에게 강제분리는 트라우마가 될 수 있으므로 아이의 기질과 성격을 잘 파악해 자극을 제공해 주세요.🙇💙롤 플레이(role-play)를 적극 활용하세요.사회성을 형성하는 가장 좋은 방법에는 마트 놀이, 병원 놀이와 같은 역할극 놀이가 있어요.✨사회의 축약판이라고 할 수 있는 가상놀이를 통해 새로운 자극에 익숙해질 수 있는 기회를 제공하세요. 이때 또래 아동과의 만남은 사회성 발달에 큰 도움을 줄 수 있어요. 따라서 처음에는 아이에게 익숙한 부모님과 놀이를 진행해보고, 또래와의 접촉도 점차 늘려주세요. 이러한 활동은 아이의 인지 및 정서 발달에 큰 도움이 될 거예요.🙆

낯가림! 해도, 안해도 문제?!

좋은 장난감은 아이가 재미있게 가지고 노는 동안 신체, 감각, 두뇌를 고루 발달시켜주어요.🚀아이들이 장난감을 즐겁게 가지고 놀면서 오감이 발달한다면 아주 좋겠죠? 지금부터 많은 장난감 중에서 우리 아이의 발달을 도와주는 월령에 딱 맞는 장난감 고르는 방법에 대해 이야기해보도록 할게요. 생후 1년. 아이의 발달단계에 적합하고, 오감을 자극하며 안전하고 관리가 편리한 장난감에는 무엇이 있을까요?🙈  <hr/>월령별로 장난감을 추천해드려요! <img src="https://media.giphy.com/media/35xfDMVIWewzm/giphy.gif" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;"/>타란~우리처럼 멋진 장난감을 소개할게요!👉생후0~2개월 : 모빌, 초점책, 딸랑이이 시기의 아기는 명암을 통해 사물을 구분하기 때문에 아이의 눈에서 30~50cm 정도 거리를 두고 흑백 모빌🌚이나 초점책📕을 보여주는 것이 적당해요. 부드러운 소리를 내는 딸랑이를 귀 옆에서 흔들며 청각을 자극해 주는 것도 좋아요.👉생후3~6개월: 컬러모빌, 치발기, 촉각장난감이 시기의 아기는 무엇이든 입으로 가져가서 탐색하기도 하고, 대근육이 발달하여 손과 다리의 감각 운동을 활용하는 시기로 다양한 촉각을 자극하는 장난감이 적당해요.👶이가 나기 전에 잇몸을 부드럽게 자극하는 치발기의 사용은 눈과 손의 협응력 발달에 도움이 되기도 해요. 6개월쯤 되면 꽤 선명하게 볼 수 있으니 선명한 컬러 모빌로 시각을 다루는 두뇌가 빠르게 발달 될 수 있도록 자극을 주는 것도 좋아요.🎀  👉생후7~9개월: 악기장난감, 모양 맞추기 장난감이 시기의 아기는 혼자 앉을 수 있고, 단순한 행동 모방 놀이가 가능해지는 시기로 까꿍 놀이나 악기 장난감을 통해 호기심을 자극해주는 것이 좋아요.🏰도형 끼우기 장난감을 통해 아이가 힘을 조절하는 방법을 배우고 부모와 거울 놀이를 통해 사회적 단서에 민감해질 수 있도록 상호작용해주는 것도 필요해요.👉생후10~12개월: 걸음마 장난감, 붕붕이이 시기의 아기는 도구의 활용이 가능하기 때문에 걸음마를 도와주는 장난감을 선택해 아기의 운동 발달을 도와주는 것이 좋아요.🙋숨겨진 물건을 찾는 놀이나 차에 태워서 밀어주는 놀이로 촉각, 청각을 자극하고 인지를 발달시킬 수 있어요.🐻

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지난해 백일해 환자 수가 폭증한 가운데 2011년 통계 작성 이후 국내 첫 백일해 사망자가 발생했었는데요. 발작성 기침을 특징으로 하는 백일해는 지금까지도 전국적으로 유행하고 있습니다📈. 백일해 예방을 위해 정말 중요한 백일해 예방 접종 자세히 알아보도록 해요✔️.<hr>백일해? 백일해가 뭐야?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/7f3693aa-7e89-4e82-9372-5bb5323e5ada.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">주사맞자~!!! 일로와~!&nbsp;💉 백일해가 위험한 이유?백일해는 100일 동안 기침한다는 뜻으로, 보르데텔라 백일해균에 감염되어 나타나는 호흡기감염 질환이에요. 주로 여름과 가을에 급증하고 전염성이 매우 높아😨 가족 내 2차 발병률이 80%에 달한다고 해요.&nbsp;💉 백일해가 위험한 이유?전염성이 매우 높은 것도 문제지만, 한번 발병하면 &#39;기침 발작&#39;이 나타나기 때문에 매우 위험해요.🚨 초기에는 콧물, 재채기, 미열, 기침과 같은 감기 증상과 비슷하지만, 1~2주 뒤에는 기침 발작이 나타나 신생아라면 심한 발작 기침으로 사망률이 높아져요.😱&nbsp;신생아가 아니더라도 기관지염, 폐렴의 합병증을 유발하고 합병증을 일으키면 그 결과가 매우 좋지 않기 때문에 꼭 주의해야 해요.⚠️💉 백일해 주사란?백일해 주사는 백일해뿐만 아니라, 디프테리아, 파상풍 총 3가지를 예방하기 위한 주사예요.💉 디프테리아(Diphtheria)&middot;백일해(Pertussis)&middot;파상풍(Tetanus)를 합쳐 DPT 예방접종이라고 해요.DPT 예방접종은 DTap, Tdap 두 가지 백신으로 나뉘는데, DTap는 신생아용, Tdap는 10세 이상의 청소년 및 성인에게 접종하는 백신으로, 임산부는 Tdap백신을 1회 맞는답니다.🤗&nbsp;<hr>백일해 주사는 왜 맞아야 할까요?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/7ad1e0e2-d00e-4519-956f-be2a9193dd3f.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">다 예방해버리자!!!&nbsp;💉 언제 맞아야 해요?👉🏻 임신부라면!백일해 주사는 다른 주사보다 접종 &#39;시기&#39;가 중요해요.👆 27주~30주 사이가 가장 좋고, 36주 이전이어도 맞으면 좋아요. 임신 계획 단계에서 미리 접종할 수도 있지만, 임신 중 접종하는 것에 비해 신생아의 백일해 예방에 불리할 수 있다고 해요.🤔 &nbsp;임신 중 접종했더라도 다음 번 임신까지 신생아를 보호할 만큼 충분히 높은 항체를 제공하지 못하기 때문에, 임신할 때마다 접종이💉 권고되고 있어요. 가족 내 2차 감염을 막기 위해 신생아와 접촉 예정인 가족도 함께 맞는 게 좋아요.👉🏻&nbsp;아기라면!백일해 예방접종은 파상풍과 디프테라아도 함께 예방할 수 있는 Dtap 백신으로 생후 2&middot;4&middot;6개월 기본접종 3회를 마쳐야 해요. 중증으로 발전할 수 있는 1세 미만 영아는 적기 접종을 권장해요. 어린이집 등 단체 생활 시작하는 만 4세에서 12세 사이에는 추가 접종➕도 반드시 받아주세요!💉 효과는 어때요?👉🏻 임신부라면!이 주사는 엄마보다 태아를 위한 주사예요. 신생아는 태어나서 2&middot;4&middot;6개월에 백일해 예방 주사를 맞는데 이 주사를 맞기 전이나, 효과가 나타나기 전에 백일해에 걸릴 수 있어요.💥 그렇기 때문에 임신 중 예방접종을 하면 항체가 만들어지고 태아에게 전달되어 예방효과를 기대할 수 있어요.연구결과에 따르면, 백일해 주사를 맞은 산모의 신생아의 백일해 예방효과는 69~91%까지 높은 것으로 나타났다고 해요. 그러니 맞으면 좋은 건 확실하죠.✅👉🏻 아기라면!유럽질병관리예방센터에서는 6개월 미만의 영유아의 경우 감염에 취약하기에 예방 접종💉이 중요하며, 백신을 접종하면 75%에서 90% 정도까지 감염을 예방할 수 있다고 밝혔어요. 이러한 예방 효과는 짧게는 2년, 길게는 6년까지 지속되는데 이후에 차츰 효과가 감소📉하기 때문에 질병관리청은 성인도 10년마다 접종을 권장하고 있어요.<hr>이건 알고 맞아요!<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/0a4d37f9-3f5f-4d96-813f-3e00b482793c.webp" class="fr-fic fr-dib">주사... 아파...ㅠㅠ💉 백일해 주사 주의사항백일해 주사의 경우 이상반응은 거의 드물지만, 간혹 빨갛게 변하거나 붓고, 어지러움, 식욕부진, 구토, 미열, 근육통 증상이 나타날 수 있다고 해요.&nbsp;💉 독감예방접종과 같이 맞아도 되나요?대부분의 경우 독감예방접종과 백일해 주사를 동시에 맞는 것은 문제가 되지 않는다고 해요. 하지만 두 백신 접종 후 발열이나 통증 등⚡ 경미한 이상반응이 있을 수 있기 때문에 몸이 약해진 상태라면 간격을 두고 접종하는 것을 추천해요.&nbsp;💉 백일해 주사 가격비용에 대해서도 많이 궁금하시죠? 산부인과나 일반 병원에서는 최대 6만 원 평균 4만 원 정도이며, 저렴하게 맞을 수 있는 곳은 대한산업보건협회, 한국건강관리협회 등에서 3만원대에 맞을 수 있다고 합니다.🙌 &nbsp;<a href="https://www.hira.or.kr/npay/index.do?pgmid=HIRAA030009000000&WT.ac=%EB%B9%84%EA%B8%89%EC%97%AC%EC%A7%84%EB%A3%8C%EB%B9%84%EC%A0%95%EB%B3%B4%EB%B0%94%EB%A1%9C%EA%B0%80%EA%B8%B0#app%2Frb%2FnpayDamtInfoList">건강보험심사평가원 비급여 진료비 정보</a>를 찾아보시면 우리동네 금액을 확인할 수 있으니✅ 이왕이면 저렴한 곳에서 맞는 게 좋겠죠?🍯<hr>백일해 예방법은?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/bddba3aa-c6dc-43ab-bd1a-042b4b10fd16.jpeg" class="fr-fic fr-dib">출처 : 질병관리청질병관리청에서는 예방접종과 함께 아래와 같은 생활 속 예방수칙 준수를 당부하고 있어요🙏🏻.&nbsp;✅ 올바른 손씻기 : &nbsp;흐르는 물에 비누로 30초 이상 손씻기✅ 기침 예절 지키기 : &nbsp;휴지나 옷 소매로 입과 코를 가리기✅ 실내에서는 자주 환기하기 : 하루 최소 3회, 매회 10분 이상 환기 시키기✅ 씻지 않은 손으로 눈, 코, 입 만지지 않기✅ 기침 증상이 있는 경우, 마스크 착용하고 의료기관 방문하여 진료 받기

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이번 명절은 엿새 간의 황금연휴가 생겨서 어디론가 무거운 몸을 이끌고 이동을 해야 하는 엄마들이 많을 것 같아요. 그래도 반가운 가족들👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 얼굴도 보고 맛있는 음식을 먹을 생각에 또 기대되기도 해요. 오늘은 임신 중인 엄마들이 명절에 주의해야 할 사항들엔 무엇이 있는지 알아보도록 할게요.<hr/>임신부라면 이것은 피해 주세요<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/0168eafa-5daf-4268-92e7-e8744683e810.webp"/>무리되는 건 피해야 해..!✅ 장거리 운전장거리 이동을 하면 자연스럽게 피로와 스트레스가 쌓이게 되죠. 임신부가 너무 오래 앉아 있으면 혈액순환이 원활하지 않게 되어 자궁수축이 일어날 수 있어요.😔 그래서 꼭 장시간 이동해야 한다면 기차를 이용하시는 것이 좋아요.🚆 꼭 차로 이동해야 한다면, 중간중간 차를 세워 스트레칭으로 몸을 풀어주세요.✅ 장시간 요리오래 서 있거나 탄 냄새를 맡아야 하는 요리는 꼭 피해주세요.🙅 오래 서 있으면 하체로 혈액이 쏠려 어지럼증, 통증, 심하면 기절을 일으킬 수 있다고 해요. 또 탄 연기나 냄새는 태아의 성장에 매우 좋지 않아요. <hr/>임신부라면 이런 음식은 주의해주세요<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/8613d0aa-e76a-4d32-b303-b40ecd9a9c30.webp"/>배고프다고 아무거나 먹으면 안돼요!🌰 팥이 든 송편, 찹쌀떡?팥은 곡류 중 비타민B 함량이 가장 많고 단백질이 풍부해 피로감 개선과 식욕 부진 등에 도움이 된다고 알려져 있어요. 그런데 임신부가 팥을 섭취할 경우 호르몬 불균형을 일으켜 기형아 출산의 확률을 높이고📈, 피부가 거칠어지거나 기운 쇠약 등의 증상이 나타날 수 있다는 소문이 있어요. 또 쫀득쫀득한 찹쌀떡은 임신부의 소화불량을 유발하므로 가급적 피하라는 이야기도 들어보셨을 거예요. 과연 진짜일까요?🤔이밖에도 율무, 계피 등도 임신 중 먹으면 엄마에게 좋지 않다는 말도 많은데요. 산부인과 전문의에 따르면 팥, 찹쌀, 율무 등은 일반적으로 음식을 조리할 때 소량 함유된 성분들이기 때문에 평소 섭취량으로는 별다른 문제를 일으키지 않는다고 해요. 먹고 싶은 떡이나 간식 너무 무서워하지 마시고 드시길 바라요!🍨🌰 녹두? 녹두전?녹두는 찬 성분이기 때문에 태아의 성장에 지장을 줄 수도 있으므로 임신부는 녹두로 만든 녹두전을 피하는 것이 좋다는 인식이 있죠. 하지만 서울대학교 보건대학교 출신 윤완 의사에 따르면, 녹두는 소화와 흡수를 돕는 식품 중 하나로 임신부가 먹어도 큰 탈이 없다고 합니다.🌰 튀김까지...?고열량인 튀김🥟은 소화불량을 일으킬 수 있어요. 또한 많이 먹게 될 경우 임신성 당뇨의 위험이 있기 때문에 피해야 해요. 네.. 그것은 팩트라고 합니다.. 너무 많이 먹지 말아요!🌰 식혜소화를 돕기도 하지만, 많이 마시게 되면 임신부들의 경우, 당뇨에 걸리기 쉽고 모유 수유🤱에 지장이 생기므로 주의해야 해요. 식혜 자체의 문제라기보다는 위에서도 언급했듯이 당분의 문제라고 하니 식혜를 미워하기는 없기!🌰 생고사리고사리는 익히면 문제가 없지만, 생고사리는 독성 성분이 있어 문제가 될 수 있어요.😳🌰 술과 생강이 들어간 음식명절 음식에는 고기를 재료로 한 음식들이 많은데요.🥩 이 고기 조리 시 잡내를 없애기 위해 술과 생강을 다량으로 넣기도 해요. 술은 태아의 신체적, 정신적 발달을 늦출 수 있고 생강은 생강 자체가 열이 많은 음식이라 태아에게 해로워 피하는게 좋다고 해요. 이👆 사항들 주의하면서 안전하고 즐거운 명절 보내시길 바랄게요!❤️

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육아하는 엄마들 사이에서 '원더윅스'라는 용어 한 번쯤은 들어보셨을 거예요. "우리 아이 원더윅스 일까요?", "원더윅스 맵다 매워!" 이런 글들이 베동에도 빠지지 않고 등장👀하는데요. 원더윅스, 정확한 개념은 무엇이고 월령에 따라 나타나는 증상은 어떻게 다른지 엄빠들이 대처하기 위해 미리 알아두면 좋은 것은 없는지 빌리가 정리해 보았어요🤓!<hr/>'원더윅스', 그게 뭐예요?<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/6a8e6190-e23d-4504-aadb-b08cfc3fee78.webp"/>원더 뭐시기..? 이건 또 뭐야...?이 글을 쓰고 있는 에디터는 출산 후 육아 4개월 차에 아이가 잠도 못 자고 종일 보채는 것이 걱정되어 병원🏥을 찾은 적이 있어요. 소아과에서 아이가 어디 아픈 것은 아닌지, 말로만 듣던 원더윅스는 아닌지 선생님께 여쭤보았는데요. 선생님이 원더윅스가 뭐냐며 되려 물어보시기에 놀랐던 기억이 있어요.😧원더윅스(Wonder weeks)는 의학적 용어는 아니고 네덜란드의 발달 전문가가 아이의 발달을 30년 동안 연구한 결과, 처음으로 주장한 개념이에요. 헤티 판 더 레이트와 프란스 X. 프로에이라는 두 학자가 생후 20개월 동안 아이가 정신적으로 10차례 급성장한다는 사실을 알아낸 것인데요. '경이의 주' 또는 '도약의 주🏃'라고도 불리는 원더윅스 기간동안 아이들은 급격하게 성장하며 불안, 혼란을 느끼게 되는데 그 과정에서 짜증이 많아지거나 예민해 질 수 있고 수면시간과 수유 패턴도 불규칙해질 수 있게 된답니다. 하지만 이 시기는 아이들마다 다르게 찾아와요. 일부 정확하게 찾아오는 아이들도 있겠지만 성장 속도가 다르기에 안 맞는 아이들이 더 많답니다. 다만 아이들이 일정 시기가 되면 급격하게 성장하고 새로운 능력을 갖기 위해 불안함과 혼란을 느낀다는 것을 이해하는 차원에서 아래 글을 참고해 주시면 좋을 것 같아요.🌟<hr/>원더윅스, 주기별로 이런 특징이 나타나요!<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/73284c36-972b-4934-817f-242a0b179060.webp"/>우린 성장 중인거야~!!➰생후 4~5주 : 감각의 변화아기는 자신이 있는 곳이 더는 엄마의 뱃속이 아니라는 것을 깨닫기 시작해 더 오래 깨어 있고 주변을 살피게 돼요.👀 또한 반사행동에 의해서 온몸을 버둥거리고 그 움직임에 놀라 울기도 해요.➰생후 7~9주 : 패턴 형성밤낮을 구분하기 시작해요.  그래서 전보다 잠들기 어려워져요. 자기 손을 발견하고 만지작거려보고, 같은 소리를 내보는 등 반복 행동을 하는 것을 볼 수 있어요.➰생후 11~13주 : 자연스러운 움직임발달이 빠른 아기는 고개를 가누게 되고, 딸랑이를 쥐여주면 헛손질이지만 흔들 수 있어요. 수면과 낮 일과가 비슷해져요.➰생후 15~19주 : 이벤트자신의 주변에서 일어나는 일에 변화를 느끼고 일상으로 인지해요. 새로운 환경과 낯선 사람을 접할 기회를 주는 것이 좋아요.➰생후 23~26주 : 관계 형성엄마가 보이지 않아도 엄마의 목소리가 들리면 엄마가 존재한다는 사실을 깨달을 수 있는 시기예요. 이가 나면서 잠들기 힘들어하거나 보챌 수 있어요. 거리에 대한 감각도 생기는 때랍니다.➰생후 34~37주 : 분류인지본격적으로 기기 시작하고 분리 불안이 시작될 수 있어요. 특정 물건, 감각, 동물, 사람을 분류할 수 있다는 것을 알게 돼요.➰생후 42~46주 : 순서 인지순서 원리를 인지하므로 수면 의식이 매우 중요해지는 시기예요. 사물 및 사람에게 호칭이 있다는 것을 알게 되기 때문에 새로운 사물, 사람을 만나게 해주세요.➰생후 51~54주 : 유아기 시작유아기의 시작으로 분리 불안이 다시 돌아올 수 있는 시기랍니다.➰생후 60~64주 : 원칙유독 따라 하기를 좋아하는 때로, 부모님의 일상을 흉내 내기 시작해요. 자신의 행동이 특정 결과를 가져온다는 것을 인지하기도 하죠.➰생후 75주 : 시스템문장을 이해하고, 적극적으로 주변을 탐색하려고 하는 생후 75주에는 아기를 온종일 집에만 있게 하는 것은 고역이에요.  떼쓰기가 본격적으로 시작되는 때도 이때랍니다.😨<hr/>원더윅스, 이렇게 대처해요!<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/68fb1537-e350-4f8b-a6ec-862dc4930d34.webp"/>신난다 신나~&gt;_&lt;원더윅스 기간에 아기를 달랠 수 있는 가장 좋은 방법은 부드러운 신체접촉과 따뜻한 관심이에요. 어느 때보다도 침착하게 아이와 친밀감을 유지해 주세요. 자주 스킨십을 해주고, 아기에게 ‘사랑받고 있다💕’라는 느낌을 주는 데 노력을 기울여야 해요. 이미 수면 교육에 성공했던 아이라도 원더윅스 기간에는 힘들어할 수 있어요. 밤중에도 종종 깨고 낮잠도 짧아져요. 잠을 재울 때, 편안하고 따뜻한 수면 의식을 길게 해주는 것이 좋아요.💤성장을 위한 도약은 아기가 익숙했던 세계를 뒤죽박죽으로 만들어버려요. 그로 인해 아이는 불안감을 느끼고 신체적, 정신적으로 매우 힘들어해요.😮 따라서 아기는 가장 안전하다고 생각되는 엄마 품에 안겨 위안을 받으며 안정감을 느끼고 싶어 하지요. 원더윅스 기간이 지나고 나면 안정적인 기간이 다가오기 마련이에요. 차분히 아기의 짜증과 울음을 받아주며 사랑으로 기다려주세요.💞

아기들이 급성장하는 시기, 원더윅스란?

베이비빌리 엄마 중에 직장을 다니고 있는 분들도 많으실 텐데요.🖨️ 특히 아이가 태어났을 때 맞춰 출산휴가를 쓰기 위해 막달까지 꽉꽉 채워 일하기도 하죠.🏃&zwj;♀️ 이런 직장인 엄마들을 위해서 국가에서 근로기준법으로 지원을 보장하고 있는데요. 그렇다면 오늘은 이런 직장맘들을 위한 근로법에 대해 알아볼게요.직장에서의 근로제도들 <img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/1669/e88a786a-e494-4077-8111-00ec85aae78c.gif" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">임신했는데..회사는 어떡하지?➡️ 근로 단축 제도임신 12주 이내 또는 32주 이후에 있는 직장인 임신부들은 월급은 똑같이 지급 받으면서, 근로시간을 하루에 2시간✌️ 단축할 수 있어요. 임신기간 근로시간 단축제도를 사용하려는 엄마는 단축제도 사용 예정일의 3일 전까지 사용 기간, 근무 개시 및 종료 시각 등을 적은 문서와 의사의 진단서를 회사에 제출해야 해요.🏢&nbsp;임신 12주 이내 또는 32주 이후에 있는 직장인 임신부가 1일 2시간의 근로시간 단축을 신청하면 회사는 허용해야 하고, 위반 시 500만 원의 과태료가 부과된다고 해요. 단, 1일 근로시간이 8시간 미만인 직장인의 경우 1일 근로시간이 6시간이 되도록 근로시간을 단축할 수 있어요.➡️ 태아 검진 시간 허용임신 중에는 정기적으로 검진받아야 하죠. 직장인 임신부의 경우 병원에 방문할 시간을 내기 위해서는 직장에 연차 휴가를 내야 하는 경우가 많아요.🏥 소중한 휴가를 병원 검진에 사용하지 않도록 근무시간 중에 건강검진 시간을 유급으로 보장받는 제도를 운용하고 있어요. 28주까지는 4주에 1회, 29주~36주는 2주마다 2회, 37주 이후에 매주 1회 유급휴가를 받을 수 있어요.👨&zwj;⚕️ (단, 법적으로 검진에 필요한 시간이 명확하게 규정되어 있지 않아 각 회사마다 사규에 의해 달라질 수 있어요.)➡️ 임신부 초과근무 금지임신 중인 여성근로자와 태아의 건강을 위해 `시간 외 근로 금지`와 `탄력적 근로시간제 적용금지`, `임신부의 야간, 휴일 근로 제한`을 법으로 보장하고 있어요. 임신부는 1일 8시간의 근로시간을 초과해서 근무할 수 없고, 쉬운 종류의 직무 전환을 회사에 요구할 수도 있어요. 또한 임신부 근로자가 오후 10시부터 오전 6시까지의 시간이나 휴일에 근로하는 것도 제한됩니다.🌙출산 전후 휴가<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/1669/2a717a2c-8ea8-4421-9c02-6e3044416656.gif" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">아기와 함께 쉬세요!👩&zwj;💼 엄마 출산휴가출산한 여성 근로자는 출산 전후에 일정 기간의 휴가를 법적 보호를 받을 수 있어요. 출산휴가는 출산 전과 출산 후를 합해 모두 90일, 다태아는 120일간 보장돼요.🙆&zwj;♀️ 이는 강행규정으로 육아를 위해 반드시 출산 후에 45일 이상을 사용해야 해요. 출산휴가 중 최초 60일은 유급휴가로 해당 기간 중에는 회사에서 통상임금의 100%를 지급해야 해요. 나머지 30일은 고용보험에서 급여를 받을 수 있어요. 우선지원대상기업의 근로자는 전체 휴가 기간 동안 고용보험에 신청하여 급여를 받을 수 있다고 하니 참고해주세요!👆✅미숙아 출산 시 기존 90일&rarr;100일로 출산 휴가 연장✅임신 11주 이내 유산&middot;사산 시 기존 5일&rarr;최대 10일 휴가 연장&nbsp;+고용보험 급여 신청 방법우선지원대상 기업 대상자는 출산휴가를 시작한 날 이후 1개월부터 휴가가 끝난 날 이후 12개월 이내에 회사에 산전후휴가 확인서를 발급받아 신청서와 함께 담당 고용센터에 제출해야 해요. 대상기업이 아니라면, 출산휴가 60일이 지난 시점을 기준으로 1개월 이후에 신청할 수 있어요.👨&zwj;💼 아빠 출산휴가남편 역시 배우자 출산휴가를 통해 20일 동안 신청할 수 있어요.👨&zwj;👩&zwj;👦 최대 3회에 한해 출산휴가 기간을 분할하여 신청할 수도 있고요. 배우자 출산휴가는 출산일로부터 120일 이내에 신청할 수 있으며, 회사는 배우자 출산휴가로 직원에게 불리한 처우를 해서 안 돼요. (*2025년 2월 23일부터 적용)&nbsp;임신과 출산은 엄마 혼자만의 일이 아니에요. 직장에서 당당하게 법으로 보장된 권리를 누리며, 몸과 마음을 지키는 것, 그게 바로 진짜 태교랍니다. 베이비빌리도 언제나 워킹맘들을 응원할게요!💙

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따로 신청도 해야하고, 일정 금액을 사용해야 카드사가 지원해주는 선물을 받을 수 있기도 하죠! 정부에서 지원하는 국가 바우처를 한 장의 카드로 이용할 수 있는 카드인 국민행복카드, 이제 모르는 엄빠는 없죠? 단 한 장의 카드로 17종 바우처에서 사용할 수 있고, 육아 시기 지원금인 &#39;아이행복카드&#39;와 호환도 가능해요.🙌안 타면 바보! 네.. 그런데 그 바보가 이 글을 쓰는 베이비빌리 에디터 입니다. 국민행복카드 발급만 받는다고 끝이 아니고, 제때 신청도 해야 정부지원금을 놓치지 않을 수 있어요. 이번엔 국민행복카드 절대 놓치지 말아야 할 정보를 쏙쏙 정리해볼게요!🔎*참고 : 국민행복카드는 국번 없이 129 보건복지부나 1566-3232 사회서비스 전자바우처에서 문의할 수 있어요.📞<hr>어떤 지원금까지 나오는겨?<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/23be95d5-6e3a-4f63-aeb6-8366ee91ac44.webp" style="width: 670px;">빠지지 않고 다 받고 말게쒀요..🐤 건강보험 임신 출산 지원비 지원 :&nbsp;임신확인서로 임신이 확진된 건강보험 가입자 또는 피부양자 중 임신 출산 진료비 지원 신청자🤰🐤 청소년 산모 임신 출산 의료비 지원 :&nbsp;만 19세 이하 산모로 청소년 산모 임신 출산 의료비 지원 신청자🐤 기저귀 조제분유 지원 :&nbsp;중위소득 80%(최저생계비 100% 이하) 저소득층 영아(0~24개월) 가구🐤 에너지 바우처 지원 : 생계급여 또는 의료급여 수급자로서 노인, 영유아, 장애인, 임산부, 중증/희귀/중증난치질환자, 한 부모가족, 소년소녀가정 (가정위탁 보호아동) 포함 가구🐤 아이돌봄 서비스 지원 :&nbsp;중위소득 150% 이하의 양육 공백이 발생하는 가정(취업한 부모, 맞벌이 가정, 다자녀 가정 등)🐤 여성청소년 생리대 바우처 지원 : 생계, 의료, 주거, 교육, 급여 수급자, 법정 차상위계층, 한 부모 가족지원 대상자에 해당하는 만 11세~ 만 18세 여성청소년👧🐤 보육료 지원 :&nbsp;어린이집을 이용하는 만 0~5세🐤 유아학비 지원 : 국, 공, 사립 유치원에 다니는 만 3~5세<hr>신용카드/체크카드 혜택까지!<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/368b9458-263d-4f48-8f84-58ae2932e71a.webp" style="width: 670px;">어떤 혜택이 있나 볼까..혜택 ☝️.&nbsp;한 장의 카드로 다양한 바우처 서비스를 이용혜택 ✌️.&nbsp;모든 국민행복카드는 연회비 면제혜택 🤟.&nbsp;카드별 신용카드/체크카드의 혜택을 그대로<hr>자주 묻는 질문 확인하기<img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/new/froala/posts/1ce68013-0fd8-438b-92fc-f382ea129c8c.webp" style="width: 670px;">궁금한 게 많아도 되나요?Q1. 여러 개의 국민행복카드를 신청할 수 있나요?국민행복카드는 기존의 신용카드나 체크카드와 같이 카드사별로 여러 개 신청이 가능해요. 단, 바우처 사업에 따라 여러 개의 카드에서 결제가 가능한 바우처 사업이 있고, 한 개의 카드에서만 바우처 결제가 가능한 사업이 있기 때문에 확인 후 신청이 필요해요.✔️ 다만 신용카드 발급의 혜택은 정부 지원 바우처를 받았는지 여부와는 무관하게 받으실 수 있는 점이 꾸르팁! 특히, 남편이 발급받아도 &#39;신용카드 발급 및 사용 실적&#39; 을 충족하는 것이므로 각종 혜택을 받을 수 있다는 점이 꿀팁이에요!🐝Q2. 국.행.카를 받았는데 보험 전화가 왜 나와?일부 플랫폼에서는 국민행복카드 발급 선물을 미끼로 임신부의 DB를 확보하고, 이를 곧 보험 텔레마케팅 영업에 활용하기도 해요. 회원가입 등을 진행하며 임신부의 데이터베이스를 앱 내 목적이 아닌 다른 목적을 위하여 사용하는지 등의 여부를 꼼꼼히 확인하는 것은 어려운 경우가 많죠. 원치 않는 정보의 유통이 있는 것처럼 느껴지실 때에는 &#39;상담을 원치 않는다&#39;고 분명히 커뮤니케이션 하는 것이 좋아요!👍Q3. 카드 발급받고 끝이 아니에욧!카드만 발급받으면 끝! 인줄 알았죠? 하지만 아이당 100만원 이상 지급되는 임신/출산 진료비 지원사업을 받기 위해서는 카드 발급이 끝이 아니에요! 국민행복카드를 발급 받은 후, 바우처 서비스 신청을 별도로 하여야 해요! &quot;카드 받았으니 끝~ 앞으로 아껴 써야지~&quot; 생각하면 NO!.🙅&zwj;♀️ &nbsp;임신확인서를 가지고 카드사 홈페이지 또는 카드사에 전화로 바우처를 신청해야 완료돼요. 그걸 안하고 출산 후 일정 기간이 지나면 바우처를 부여받는 권한이 사라져, 아예 지원금이 날라갈 수 있어요! 따라서 카드는 여유가 있을 때 발급받고 미리 미리 사용하는 것이 킹왕짱!👑<hr>간편하게 응모하고&nbsp;<a href="https://billymall.com/voucher.html"></a><a href="billyapplication://babybilly.deeplink.page/toKHC?pop=false"></a><a class="btn btn-vb btn-block" href="https://billymall.com/voucher.html">국민행복카드 응모하기</a>

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Food aversions are typical symptoms at the early stage of pregnancy. They start during the first trimester and soon will go away by the second.<hr>Food aversion<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1879/f1e27884-c09b-45df-ac1e-c8e6612ff421.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🍜What is food aversion?A food aversion is when you can&rsquo;t eat certain foods due to unpleasant smell or taste.<a href="https://emojipedia.org/pensive-face/">😔</a> It&rsquo;s the opposite of a craving and also a common symptom in pregnancy just like cravings.🤰&nbsp;🍜When will you have food aversions?&nbsp;Food aversions often come along with morning sickness around week 5 or 6 of pregnancy. Your appetite can still be out of whack throughout the entire pregnancy but usually the symptoms of food aversions disappear when you reach the second trimester.🤰<hr>Causes of food aversion&nbsp;<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1879/ab4c19bf-0ae5-4d4e-8296-b2b1b4bb8e63.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">&nbsp;🍜HormonesChanges in hormones in pregnancy play an important role in changing your appetite. Increased levels of both estrogen and hCG results in nausea, food aversions, and sometimes vomiting.🤮🍜Heightened stressIn pregnancy, you become hypersensitive to smells👃 and taste, making certain foods unappealing. Food aversion may have developed as a defense against substances that are potentially harmful for the baby.&nbsp;<hr>How to cope with food aversion<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1879/5dcc2d23-c39b-4319-999a-d26c93d0b856.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🍜Healthy substitutesFind healthy substitutes that provide the same nutrient you need. If meat🥩 is a big no no, you can try steamed tofu, nuts and cheese.🍢&nbsp;🍜Mix foodYou can lure your hyperactive senses by mixing them into other foods that you like.🍲 If you hate spinach, try to blend it with your favorite fruits to camouflage spinach&rsquo;s taste and smell.<a href="https://emojipedia.org/grinning-face-with-big-eyes/">😃</a>&nbsp;🍜Cold or bland foodsSince cold food doesn&rsquo;t have a strong taste or smell, you may find it easier to consume it. Bland food such as rice, oatmeal also has a mild taste so you might want to give it a try.🍚&nbsp;

Food aversions during pregnancy

You&rsquo;re paying attention to what you eat and medications you ingest. Gas and bloating are common symptoms at an early stage of pregnancy. If you have gas problems, this information is for you.<hr>Causes of bloating and gas during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1871/c21cdade-c1f9-456d-b102-aa61a4350496.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😶Undigested carbohydratesGas is an uncomfortable result of a common process of digesting undigested carbohydrates.🍙 Gas enters your digestive tract when you swallow air and is released when bacteria in your large intestine breaks down carbohydrates.🦠😶CarbsCertain carbs can make you gas often.🍚 Fats contribute to a sense of bloating especially when you eat noodles at night because they slow down digestion.🌾😶Progesterone hormonesWhen you&rsquo;re pregnant, a high level of progesterone hormones relaxes your muscles and decelerates digestion.🤰 These relaxed muscles lead to more gas being released, bloating, burping, and flatulence after you have a big meal.😌You may experience bloating and gas a few times a day. Relax and unbutton your pants to make yourself more comfortable.😃&nbsp;<hr>Foods to avoid to help relieve pregnancy bloating and gas<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1871/28a9333b-55a3-4356-93af-98ebb34510ba.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😶Beans, whole grains, and certain vegetablesCabbage, cauliflower🥦 , brussel sprouts, broccoli🥦, asparagus contain raffinose sugar, making people more gassy. Bloating and gas are inevitable symptoms but cutting down on these kinds of food is an effective way to relieve them a bit.🌳 🌿🥬&nbsp;😶FructoseFructose, also called fruit sugar, is found in leeks, onions, artichokes, dried fruit, ketchup, pears, honey, or apples.🍒 It is often added into processed foods. Together with carbonation, fructose in sodas and fruit drinks can result in bloating and gassy feelings.🥤😶Certain starchesExcept rice, wheat or corn🌾 can lead to bloating and gas because you may not have the enzyme to break down these complex carbohydrates. When they reach the colon, bacteria start feasting on them and producing gas.😃😶Fiber-rich foodsOat bran, beans, peas🥫 and many fruits are fiber-rich and produce gas after they are digested. Wheat bran, however, is not as easily broken down as other types of foods and suitable for you if you&rsquo;re constipated.🚽&nbsp;😶Dairy productsIf you&rsquo;re lactose intolerant, you&rsquo;re likely to get diarrhea, stomachache, and gas production after consuming dairy products.🥛 Try lactose free milk or calcium-fortified soy milk to enhance your calcium intake. If all these options are not available, consult with doctors for calcium supplements.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;😶High fat and fried foodsThe fiber content of most fried foods is low, making them hard to digest and remain in the colon much longer. When they stay in your digestive tract for too long, you&rsquo;re likely to feel full and bloated.😃&nbsp;

Bloating and gas during pregnancy

Pregnancy is one of the special moments when you are applauded for gaining weight and eating your favorite food as much as you want. Gaining enough pregnancy weight is critical to provide nutrients and support your baby&rsquo;s needs.&nbsp;<hr>Loss of appetite during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1862/26d980d4-cd16-480f-b13f-59bb9b94afaa.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤢Nausea and vomitingLoss of appetite is one side effect of morning sickness and nausea.🤢 When morning sickness strikes and smell sensitivity triggers, you naturally walk away from strong scents, including the foods you once loved.🍲 Your appetite consequently becomes a bit shy when it comes to food.&nbsp;🤢Mental health conditionsDue to various physical and biochemical changes, you are prone to mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.😟 Depression during pregnancy is associated with decreased appetite for healthy food, increased intake of unhealthy food, leading to lower nutrients for the baby development.👶&nbsp;Health disorders may go undiagnosed if you don&rsquo;t speak up because of embarrassment. If you&rsquo;re experiencing any symptoms, please consult with doctors and trusted health professionals.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;🤢Phobia of weight gainYou are afraid of gaining weight because you might adhere to a certain weight stigma or portray weight gain as a flaw.🙅&zwj;♀️ You are worried that you&rsquo;re not able to return to your old body once you eat vociferously.😟 If you&rsquo;re experiencing this sense of anxiety, please consult with doctors or therapists.&nbsp;<hr>How to treat appetite loss during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1862/03ea1d09-bd94-4b37-8eda-a92c21495be5.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤢Eat small mealsIf your appetite loss is linked to nausea or vomiting, you can try to distribute meals into small portions but more frequent meals throughout the day. Little by little, you&rsquo;ll get used to the foods and increase your food intake.😋🍛🤢Food prioritizeTake your prenatal vitamins daily to ensure both you and your baby are getting enough nutrients. Drink plenty of water.🚰 You can try many kinds of foods that are simple to make, filling and easy on your stomach such as protein-rich snacks, bland veggies, fruits, or soup.🤤 &nbsp;

Appetite loss

It&rsquo;s common for you to feel fatigued and extremely tired, especially during the first trimester. Oh mom, if you could rest more&hellip;<hr>Fatigue<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1859/bc6b518e-f113-429d-a283-8c507b1df2c0.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😫What does pregnancy fatigue feel like?Your entire body is lagging and dragging from the moment you get up in the morning.😫 You constantly feel tired and lack energy.😧😫When does fatigue start?Fatigue can begin in the very first weeks of pregnancy.🤰 Many moms notice the symptoms as early as one week after conception.😖 &nbsp;<hr>Fatigue causes<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1859/35363660-80c0-4aea-929c-5d287c9d9bca.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😫Building the placentaYour body is creating the placenta to supply nutrients and oxygen for your baby to thrive.🥱 Growing a human takes a toll on your body, making you feel tired.😧 &nbsp;😫HormonesIncreased production of progesterone hormone assists milk production for breastfeeding later on.🤱 Intense mood swings resulting from hormone changes make you feel drained and tired faster.&nbsp;😫Increased blood supply&nbsp;Your baby demands lots of supply of blood, nutrients and oxygen and you are the baby&rsquo;s delivery method.👶 The procedure of transportation makes you feel fatigued.😫Other physical changesSince the baby is taking nutrients and energy from you, your blood sugar, pressure and nutrients are wearing out. You inevitably feel fatigued and tired.😥 &nbsp;<hr>Fatigue remedies<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1859/f8a80d01-c8ab-4424-8c0a-37f7648324f3.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😫Prioritize rest and sleepIf you&rsquo;re tired😩, try to rest as much as possible and pace yourself. A good night&#39;s sleep and naps during lunch or downtime can give you a boost of energy.💤 Getting an extra hour of sleep can really make a difference.😫Eat oftenEating six meals instead of three large meals per day can maintain your blood sugar and nutrients steady. Gaining weight is common during pregnancy because you&rsquo;re not just eating for yourself but also for the baby.🍲

Fatigue during pregnancy

You are probably familiar with pains, aches, and weird symptoms along the way. If you have any signs of potential problems, you should stay alert and call your doctors immediately.<hr>Early stage symptoms<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1873/05ec00d3-40ed-47d2-ad9c-26c86a2793d4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">⚠️Bleeding or spottingVaginal spotting or bleeding🩸 can be considered a serious sign of potential miscarriage. It can also signal ectopic or molar pregnancy. If molar pregnancy is the case, you may pass small, fluid-filled sacs from your vagina while feeling severely nauseous and vomiting.🤮⚠️PainIf the crampy, persistent abdominal pain comes along with pelvic pressure or low back pain, non stop bleeding, all signs might indicate miscarriage.🤰 Pain anywhere in your abdomen or pelvis at the early stage can be linked with ectopic pregnancy.Pain in your shoulder can be a symptom of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy. You should call an ambulance and doctors immediately if this is the case.👩&zwj;⚕️🏥<hr>Some serious symptoms throughout pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1873/af763685-7c9b-4706-95e0-9be4bcd84850.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">⚠️Painful or burning urinationYou can&rsquo;t help going to the bathroom🚽 and feeling the urge to go again minutes after you just finish. Painful or burning urination, little or no urination, cloudy and blood-colored urine, strong and unpleasant odor can be signs of urinary tract infection.😟&nbsp;UTI can result in soreness in your back, sides, or lower abdomen. If the situation gets worse and spreads to the kidneys, you may experience back pain, fever and chills, and nausea and vomiting.🤮&nbsp;⚠️Strange vaginal dischargeUnhealthy vaginal discharge such as green substances🟢 having unpleasant odor, pain and itching signs accompanied, you may have yeast infection. If the discharge is thin white or gray with a strong fishy smell, you may have bacterial vaginosis.A common sexually transmitted disease called trichomoniasis is also a consequence of yellow🟡 or green vaginal discharge. Have a regular checkup with doctors to protect your health.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;⚠️FeverIf you experience chills or fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit🌡️, there is a high chance that you have infection in the kidneys, uterus, lungs or elsewhere. Other symptoms such as belly or back pain, nausea, diarrhea, trouble urinating, foul-smelling vagianl discharge will be used as indicators to address the disease more correctly.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;⚠️Severe nausea and vomitingSevere nausea and vomiting, also called hyperemesis gravidarum can be associated with weight loss, low birth weight, and dehydration. It starts in early pregnancy and continues throughout the process.🤕🤢⚠️Extreme tirednessPregnancy takes a toll on you, leaving you fatigued at times. If you feel suddenly extremely tired, it can be a sign of heart disease, anemia, diabetes or depression.😟 &nbsp;&nbsp;

Pregnancy symptoms that you should never ignore

You&rsquo;re eating not only for yourself but also for the baby. When you&rsquo;re pregnant, you should always stay alert and avoid all items that could potentially make you sick or badly affect your baby&rsquo;s health condition.<hr>Why should you avoid certain foods during pregnancy?<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1864/a8697c37-08b9-472f-a9e5-7ed9819f7cd0.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Some foods are a shelter of bacteria like E.coli.🦠 Meanwhile, pregnancy also diminishes your immune system, leaving you vulnerable to all ailments like flu or common cold.🥶&nbsp;You are more likely to get sick or suffer from complications such as miscarriage or premature delivery if you have foodborne illness.😟 The disease which crosses the placenta will harmfully affect your baby, developing severe birth defects or serious infections.😔&nbsp;<hr>Foods to avoid during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1864/e85d9f43-be52-476c-b7ab-4617f48d4738.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🐟High mercury fishFish is loaded with brain-boosting nutrients and omega-3.🐟 However, some fish contain a dangerous level of mercury that is detrimental to your baby&rsquo;s developing nervous system.🧠&nbsp;The bigger and older the fish, the more mercury it carries. Avoid shark🦈, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, and bigeye tuna. Limit white albacore to 6 ounces a week. Fish such as salmone, anchovies, cod, catfish, shrimp, trout, or sardines can be eaten up to 8 to 12 ounces per week.&nbsp;🥩Raw, undercooked foodRefrain from blood-red meat🥩 because they can harbor bacteria causing food poisoning such as E.coli or Salmonella. Uncooked fish in sashimi🍣, raw oysters should also be off-limits because the danger of ingesting bacteria or parasites is too high.&nbsp;Dishes having undercooked eggs🥚 are so prevalent such as soft scrambled eggs, homemade mousse, raw batter or cookie dough, mayonnaise. Pregnant moms🤰 who consume these rampant raw and undercooked eggs are prone to Salmonella infection.☕Too much caffeineCaffeine wakes you up when you&rsquo;re tired. However, too much caffeine can interfere with the ability to absorb iron, leading to anemia.☕&nbsp;It is time to switch to decaf ones. You should consume no more than 200 milligrams of caffeine a day. Any caffeine sources such as chocolate🍫, black or green tea, energy bars and coffee-flavored desserts, ice cream🍨, yogurts should also be controllably devoured to ensure the 200 milligram limit.&nbsp;🥛Unpasteurized dairy and juicesDairies such as skim milk🥛 and cheese🧀 can be a healthy part of your pregnancy diet. However, anything containing unpasteurized milk is a big no-no since they might have Listeria and other pathogens. Check your products&rsquo; label before making a purchase.🐄&nbsp;🍷AlcoholAlcohol is extremely harmful to your health during pregnancy so avoid it at all cost.🍷 The concentration of alcohol that goes into your bloodstream is also the same as that enters your baby, resulting in fetal alcohol syndrome, which can cause facial deformities and intellectual disability.☠️&nbsp;Toast happy events with healthy fruity juices! If you&rsquo;re concerned about alcohol that you drank before you knew you were pregnant, please consult your worries with doctors.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;

Foods to avoid during pregnancy

Are you worried that you&rsquo;re not hitting the healthy pregnancy diet mark? Don&rsquo;t worry, you can always look up to this information and prepare all vitamins and minerals that both you and your baby need.<hr>Essential nutrients for you and your baby<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1863/de949e94-e24e-4ff6-82cf-6d25dfa4aa97.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">💊Folic acidGetting at least 600 micrograms per day during pregnancy is important. Folic acid reduces the risk of neural tube defects, serious abnormalities of the brain and spinal cord.🧠💊IronIron plays an important role in hemoglobin formation🩸, a protein in the red blood cells that carries oxygen to your tissues. Your body needs iron to make more blood to supply oxygen for the baby.👶💊CalciumCalcium makes bones and teeth strong.🦷 It also helps your circulatory, muscular and nervous systems function normally.🧠 You should aim for 1000 milligrams a day.💊Vitamin DVitamin D assists calcium to do its job and your immune system to stay healthy. You should take 600 IU a day.😃💊DHAAn omega-3- fatty acid called DHA is vital in your baby&rsquo;s brain and retinal👁️ development. It helps absorb fat soluble vitamins and reduce symptoms associated with prenatal depression. You need 200-300 milligrams per day.👁️💊IodineIodine, available in salt, promotes your baby&rsquo;s brain and nervous system development.👁️ You should get 290 micrograms per day.🧂<hr>Examples of recommended pregnancy diet<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1863/6ed9048b-1898-4bce-b318-90daa4ac314e.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🥩Lean meatHigh protein lean meat🥩 provides you energy throughout the day and stabilizes your blood sugar. In addition to being protein-packed, it&rsquo;s also rich in iron, developing red blood🩸 cell supply for both you and your baby.🥜LentilsLentils are a great alternative source of protein that deserves a good place on your plate.🥜 Not only are they rich in vitamin B folate, they are also high in fiber which protects your digestive system and prevents pregnancy-related constipation.🚽 &nbsp;&nbsp;🐟SalmonFatty fish are one of the best foods to eat during pregnancy.🐟 Since your body cannot produce omega-3, salmon are packed with DHA omega-3s and iodine, making it a safe seafood choice for pregnancy.🤰🥑AvocadoThis creamy green fruit has a high amount of folate, along with vitamin B6 which also alleviates morning sickness. It&rsquo;s a healthy source of monounsaturated fats so your body can absorb vitamins in veggies and fruits better.🥑&nbsp;🥬KaleKale is a potent pregnancy, all in one package of food.🥬 It serves lots of nutrients that you need, including folate, iron, vitamin C, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin K and fiber.😄 &nbsp;&nbsp;

Best food to eat during pregnancy

Have you been actively trying to conceive? Because very early signs of pregnancy symptoms are similar to premenstrual syndrome, the most accurate way to know that you have a baby on board is to take pregnancy tests. However, these symptoms can still provide credible clues.<hr>Early signs of pregnancy before a missed period<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1857/0f5e359f-6e51-4b88-ad1b-eeec5ceef193.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰Basal body temperatureAn elevated basal body temperature🌡️ by 1 degree when you check your first morning temperature can be a good indicator of the big news. The temperature may rise and stay the same during pregnancy, but it&rsquo;s not likely to be a huge increase.😃&nbsp;🤰Smell sensitivitySmells of your favorite food or previously mild odors👃 that once made you pleasant become unappealing and distasteful. You might want to throw up immediately if the situation is severe.🤮 This is a very common symptom of pregnancy indicating good news.🤰Breast changesTender, swollen breasts followed up with darkening and bumpy areolas🧐 are signs of breast changes that make you feel itchy and be in pain. Tiny bumps growing in size and quantity appearing on your areolas are preparing to produce oils that lubricate your nipples.&nbsp;🤰FatigueSince all of your energy goes into building a placenta at the early stage of pregnancy, you tend to get hungry more easily. Pregnancy fatigue occurs shortly after you conceive.🥘<hr>Other signs of pregnancy including missed periods<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1857/9b3f5f1c-ed78-4550-ac6b-23ccd3ee89c0.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">&nbsp;🤰 Missed periodsIf you have regular periods🩸, this can be a good sign that all expectant moms experience. Missed periods are very common when you suspect pregnancy.😃🤰Implantation bleedingLight spotting or implantation bleeding can be an early pregnancy signal that an embryo has deposited itself into the uterine wall. Unlike the usual red color of periods🩸, implantation bleeding is usually medium pink or light brown, lasting for a few hours to a few days in discontinuity.📅🤰Changes in cervical mucusIf your cervical mucus becomes creamy and remains the same after ovulation, it&rsquo;s likely that you&rsquo;ll have a positive pregnancy test result.😃 Increased amount of thin, milky-white vaginal discharge post ovulation is normal and healthy. If it gets thicker and lumpy, you need to have a checkup with your practitioner or doctors.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;🤰Incessant urinationAfter conception for two or three weeks, you constantly want to pee.🚽 Due to the hormone hCG, your kidney receives more blood, aiding the solid and liquid waste disposal process from the body. &nbsp;Your growing uterus is putting more pressure on your bladder, leaving less space for urine and increasing the need to pee.🚻&nbsp;🤰Mood swingsBlame your hormonal changes all you want for the sudden mood swings you may be experiencing.😃🥴☹️ Your life is going through a major change, so it&rsquo;s completely normal for your moods to fluctuate.&nbsp;

Early pregnancy symptoms

Growing a new person in your body takes a toll on your body. You should expect some body aches and pains along the way.&nbsp;<hr>Causes of body aches during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1935/e4b9c864-49e2-41de-a5fb-14ae9579e561.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😩Hormonal changesSurges of relaxin and progesterone hormones relax your ligaments and joints to prepare your body for labor.🤰 Your body then feels all the aching and pain😫 as these unstable ligaments slightly move.😩Weight gainYou&rsquo;re gaining weight and putting extra pressure on your joints. Your growing uterus👶 also shifts your center of gravity and stretches abdominal muscles, causing inevitable pain to your back and spine.<hr>Relieving body aches in pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1935/ac9252df-0a4d-4f9f-9e94-bd8d0881ae45.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😩HeatYou can apply heating pads, a hot water bottle on your abdomen. However, don&rsquo;t apply heat to your body for longer than ten minutes because you don&rsquo;t want to heat up your baby.👶😩ExercisesOne of the best remedies to reduce pain is to stay physically active.🚶 Pregnancy safe exercises help keep weight gain in check, strengthen muscles, support your blood circulation🩸 and reduce swelling.&nbsp;<hr>Common body aches in pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1935/184ef5c8-d8f7-46a2-996a-553954aab526.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😩HeadachesFeeling a squeezing pain on both sides of your head is a sign of tension headache.🤕 It&rsquo;s usually a harmless symptom due to hormonal changes and increased blood flow.😩HemorrhoidsHemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels🩸 in the rectal area due to straining during bowel movements. The growth of the uterus puts pressure on your rectal veins, making you feel downright painful.😩&nbsp;😩Heartburn &nbsp;Burning sensation in your chest strikes you after you eat. During pregnancy, progesterone hormone relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter, allowing the stomach acid🍲 to travel up your throat. Your baby👶 also contributes to pushing on the stomach and adding to the burn.😩Leg crampsLeg cramps🦵 can be rooted from vitamin deficiency, electrolyte shortage or other reasons. Changes in your body🤰 during pregnancy can cause unprecedented pains in your body.😩Carpal tunnel syndromeDuring pregnancy🤰, you experience tingling pain in your hands✋, wrists and arms. Extra fluid and swelling are the main culprits causing these symptoms.&nbsp;

Common pregnancy aches and pains

Congratulations! Finally you&rsquo;re sailing along on your pregnancy adventure. Are you feeling any seasickness along the way? That&rsquo;s probably because you are experiencing morning sickness which definitely does not occur in just mornings.&nbsp;<hr>Morning sickness<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1858/dd1a7444-681b-4186-a64d-0d8e5b392c6c.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤢What is morning sickness?It describes the nausea and vomiting that happen when you are pregnant.🤰 Depending on how sensitive you are to smells and odors, you may have strong aversions to certain smells or foods that are so powerful that you feel sick to your stomach.👃Morning sickness does not necessarily mean it only happens in the morning. In fact, you can suffer the symptoms any time of the day or night.☀️🌃🤢When does morning sickness start?It typically starts around week 6 until the middle of month 2. It is truly the first sign you&rsquo;ll notice after your hCG hormone levels overcome the threshold to produce a positive pregnancy test result.🤰 &nbsp;🤢How long does morning sickness last? &nbsp;Nausea and vomiting diminish between weeks 12 and 16, but they are at their peaks form weeks 10 to 16. It is possible that you continue experiencing these symptoms when you enter the second trimester or even throughout pregnancy.🤮&nbsp;<hr>Morning sickness causes<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1858/0e8ff7b3-629a-4145-8773-6b3e28ffd19a.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤢Hormone levelshCG hormone level is at its peak when morning sickness is worst. Increased levels of estrogen and progesterone relax the muscles of the digestive tract and make it difficult for you to digest food.📈🤢A sensitive brainIf you are already hypersensitive to car sick🚗 or seasick🌊 compared to others, you are subjected to morning sickness. A family history of migraine also makes you prone to morning sickness.&nbsp;🤢StressEmotional stress such as anger😠, depression😫 can upset the gastrointestinal tract. No wonder when you&rsquo;re under stress, you experience morning sickness more often.🤢FatigueIf you have morning sickness, fatigue can make the nausea worse. On the other hand, morning sickness can increase fatigue.🥴🤢First time pregnancyIf this is the first time you&rsquo;re pregnant, the symptoms might appear more severely and decrease when you&rsquo;re pregnant again.🙋 Your body is less prepared for the sudden surge of hormone levels, making you feel more anxious and resulting in stomach upset. &nbsp;<hr>Morning sickness remedies<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1858/c63b9fac-479a-4aea-a893-103e09f050d5.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤢Stay away from offensive smellsBecause your sense of smells is so keen, some scents may be offensive and sickening despite them being familiar. Stay away from smells that make you feel nauseous. Open windows so the air inside your room can be well ventilated.🍲🤢Wear Sea-Band wristlets &nbsp;They are clinically proven to be effective to protect you from severe morning sickness. These 1-inch-wide bands are anti nausea acupressure wristbands that put pressure on an acupressure point and naturally relieve the symptoms.😃🤢Rest wellMeditation, visualization or any methods that help you stay calm can help minimize queasiness. Relax your body and take it easy since rushing only makes your pregnancy experiences worse.😶&zwj;🌫️😌&nbsp;

Morning sickness and nausea during pregnancy

A little light bleeding or spotting is common during the first trimester. It can also be a sign of a serious problem.&nbsp;<hr>Differences between spotting and bleeding<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1890/68e36ecb-2c8b-4cae-b545-6118be5705fd.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🩸SpottingSpotting is very light bleeding🩸 with signs of occasional small blood drops in your underwear. The color varies from pink to red to brown, similar to what you have at the end of your period.🌸🩸BleedingBleeding is a heavier flow of blood. You need to wear pads or a panty liner to avoid blood soaking your underwear.🩲Constant blood flow can signal a serious problem such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.🤰 You should consult with doctors immediately if you notice any sign.👩&zwj;⚕️<hr>Causes of early pregnancy bleeding<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1890/94fcb431-6419-4e03-8a3e-782ef27970b4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🩸ImplantationImplantation bleeding can happen when fertilized eggs attach to the uterine lining, triggering approximately 6 days of spotting or bleeding consequently.🩸 You probably won&rsquo;t be aware of your pregnancy when this happens.🤔&nbsp;🩸Subchorionic hematomaSubchorionic hematoma is bleeding under a membrane that surrounds the embryo inside the uterus.👶 When the amniotic sac, also called chorion, detaches from the wall of the uterus, you experience this harmless type of bleeding and usually it stops on its own.&nbsp;If you notice any sign of constant bleeding, you need to go to doctors immediately for an ultrasound test. It can raise the risk of miscarriage or abortion.👩&zwj;⚕️🩸MiscarriageSpotting or bleeding, together with severe abdominal pain or cramping, can be signs of miscarriage.⚠️ However, sometimes you don&rsquo;t have any bleeding prior to miscarriage diagnosis.Feeling better, no longer having early pregnancy symptoms such as morning sickness can also be an indicator to determine miscarriage.😟 You should consult with your doctor for a more detailed checkup.⚠️🩸Ectopic pregnancyBleeding can also be a warning of ectopic pregnancy. When the embryo implants outside the uterus, usually in one of the fallopian tubes, bleeding accompanied with pains in the abdomen, pelvis or shoulder infers a threatened abortion.👶 Let your doctors know immediately to avoid this life-threatening situation.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;🩸Molar pregnancyWhen the placenta doesn&rsquo;t develop properly, it can&rsquo;t nurse the embryo. You need to seek medical help immediately if this happens.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;🩸InfectionAn infection can irritate your cervix and cause bleeding, especially after you have sex.👨&zwj;👧 Some types of infection are common such as yeast infection, herpes, chlamydia. As severe infections can lead to pregnancy complications, you have to ask your doctor👩&zwj;⚕️ for antibiotics or another treatment if necessary.&nbsp;

Spotting during pregnancy

The experience of miscarriage is physically and mentally painful that no words can describe. Miscarriage often occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy when the fetus isn&rsquo;t heathily developing and happens less often after that.&nbsp;<hr>Miscarriage<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1865/382edac3-00fb-4602-a149-e77709275649.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰What is a miscarriage?Miscarriage is the spontaneous loss of pregnancy before the 20th week.🤰 It typically happens during the first three months of the first trimester.📅&nbsp;Miscarriage can take place for a variety of medical reasons, some of them are unpredictable and out of control. It is very common but that doesn&rsquo;t make the entire experience easier.😭🤰Miscarriage signsDepending on your stage of pregnancy and health condition, the symptoms may vary. Sometimes it happens so fast that you can&rsquo;t detect the signals.😥 &nbsp;Some of the symptoms of a miscarriage are heavy spotting, vaginal bleeding🩸, discharge of tissue or fluid from your vagina, severe abdominal pain, or back pain. If you experience any of these, please call your doctor immediately as soon as possible to prevent miscarriage.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;<hr>Miscarriage causes<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1865/c2f92df1-36a5-45f9-b418-c84f1c9218c4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰Chromosome problemsChromosomes are blocks of DNA.🧬 They are the keys to control a wide range of factors, from the baby&rsquo;s hair color to the baby&rsquo;s formation.👶&nbsp;Any problems happening during cell division or at the point of conception, leading to the fetus receiving repeated or not enough chromosomes can result in miscarriage.😥 The exact cause of chromosomal abnormalities is unknown. The phenomenon is known to occur more frequently in women at advanced maternal age, or greater than 35 years old.👩👵&nbsp;🤰Maternal health conditions &nbsp;Uterus or cervix infections can be detrimental to a developing baby. If the uterus cavity has any defects, it can&rsquo;t support a healthy pregnancy.🤰 &nbsp;&nbsp;Underlying health conditions and bad lifestyle habits also impair successful pregnancy rate. Malnutrition, drug abuse, hormone issues, or obesity, for instance, can all interfere with fetus development.😟<hr>Miscarriage rate by week&nbsp;<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1865/f6dccfb1-8bd1-4faf-abbe-ae29fb8f07cd.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰Week 0 to 6These early weeks have the highest potential of miscarriage. You can experience it without realizing you&rsquo;re pregnant.😟 The later you conceive your baby, the more dangerous the risks are.&nbsp;🤰Week 6 to 12When your baby makes it to 6 weeks and has confirmed viability with a heartbeat, the rate of miscarriage drops to 10 percent. The miscarriage rate decreases as the gestinational age increases.😃🤰Week 13 to 20By week 12, the risk of miscarriage drops to 5 percents. However, you shouldn&rsquo;t be ignorant as complications can arise at any point.⚠️ &nbsp; &nbsp;

Miscarriage rates by week

How much should my baby eat? Is she eating too much or too little?🤔 Just knowing how much your baby should be eating will be a great companion for your parenting life👀!&nbsp;<hr>How much should my baby eat?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3970/acacfd73-a8cd-461e-bfce-7147c32e15af.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🍼 BreastfeedingIf you are breastfeeding, your baby will decide how much she&rsquo;ll eat. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, breastfed babies should eat as often and as long as they want! So let your baby guide you🧑&zwj;🏫. Don&rsquo;t rely on the clock; offer your breasts whenever your little one wants! Usually feeding for newborns occurs every 2 to 3 hours, which adds up to around 8 to 12 feedings a day.🍼 Formula-feedingHow much formula-fed baby eats differs for each one of them! It depends on his weight, age, and appetite, and it can vary from one day to the next🐻.Normally, babies eat 1 to 3 ounces of formula every three to four hours during the first few weeks after birth. It increases to at least 4 ounces every four hours by the first month. By 6 months, 24 to 32 ounces over 4 or 5 feedings a day would be enough!<hr>How do I know if I&rsquo;m feeding too little?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3970/4a7e63e4-5ba5-4028-ab37-1bcdf7990a0f.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">If you feed your baby too little, you&rsquo;ll notice right away because he&rsquo;ll immediately let you know by showing his emotions🥹. He&rsquo;ll cry, fuss, or suck his fingers to express his discomfort!Also, you&rsquo;ll notice your baby gains little or no weight. On average, a newborn gains 4 to 7 ounces per week. Try feeding them a little more, and talk to your pediatrician to check if your baby&rsquo;s growth is on track🏃.Another sign you should be aware of is how many diapers your baby makes. Infants usually have at least 6 wet diapers and 4-5 poop diapers a day. Count the number of diapers you get every day. If they make fewer diapers than this number, you might want to feed them a little more.&nbsp;<hr>How do I know if I&rsquo;m feeding too much?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3970/fef0668d-898a-4ce8-987f-270268005fb4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Babies know when to stop😉. In general, they eat when they are hungry, and stop when they are full. But don&rsquo;t let your guard down yet, it is still possible for babies to eat too much. Bottle-fed babies tend to do so because drinking from a bottle is easier than drinking from the breast. Overeating can cause stomach pain, gas, or even vomiting after nursing. It can also raise the risk of obesity later in life. But you don&rsquo;t need to worry too much, mommy! Your baby knows how much she needs, and you&rsquo;ll figure out your baby&rsquo;s capability soon. So take it slow, and follow your baby&rsquo;s lead🐥!

How much should my baby eat?

When you pick up your baby from the crib🛏️, you might have noticed their hands and legs got stiffened! This is normal! It usually happens when your little one gets too excited or frustrated👶, and her muscle gets tightened up. However, rarely there are some other cases that can indicate a problem!<hr>What is hypertonia?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/froala/boards/4052/53cc0942-1774-4805-8957-80861c8686e7.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">It is considered hypertonia when a baby&rsquo;s muscles get stiff and hard to move because of damage to the brain or spinal cord that controls muscle movements🧍. Babies with hypertonia move in different ways because their range of motion is limited. Walking, balancing, grabbing, and letting go of objects could be difficult for them.There are two types of hypertonia, which are Spastic and Dystonic. Spastic hypertonia is when muscle spasms when a baby moves. On the other hand, when a baby is with Dystonic hypertonia, their muscle tone stays the same whether the baby is moving or still. In order to figure out which hypertonia the baby has, doctors will move a baby&rsquo;s muscles in different directions at various speeds🚶.<hr>Why does it happen? Any symptoms I should be aware of?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/froala/boards/4052/41b14a84-bfe7-4947-a7c1-597845f03d49.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">To move muscles, we send signals from the nervous system travel to the nerves. However, if the brain🧠 or spinal cord is injured, those signals can&rsquo;t reach the nerves, which causes hypertonia! This could happen when a baby had a lack of oxygen during birth. If his/her brain is injured or has a tumor, could cause hypertonia as well.A baby with hypertonia generally shows trouble moving her joints in the arms, legs or neck. Their range of motion👋 gets limited, and they fall often because they lose their balance.&nbsp;If a baby has severe hypertonia, he can&rsquo;t move the affected body part much because his joint freeze in place, which is called a contracture.&nbsp;<hr>Other reasons why your baby may stiffen their body<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/froala/boards/4052/7d8fdc92-0864-4c5a-95cf-158ff6529527.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">There are a few other possible medical reasons🏥 for a baby to stiffen their body. Other medical conditions related to brain damage, such as infantile spasms, cerebral palsy, seizures, and epilepsy can cause this symptom as well.&nbsp;Occasional muscle stiffening isn&rsquo;t something to worry about. But if you feel suspicious too often, you should contact a doctor for a check-up and start a diagnosis and treatment👩&zwj;⚕️.

Why does my baby stiffen their legs and arms?

Sleeplessness is a common companion of newborn parenthood😪. But fear not! We hold the key to that first glorious night of uninterrupted sleep.&nbsp;<hr>How much sleep do newborns need?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/froala/boards/4100/743c0f59-8360-4216-9c04-49487219f3d9.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">In the early weeks, your baby may sleep a lot😴, but usually not for more than two to four hours at a time, day or night. Newborns typically initially sleep around 14 to 18 hours a day and around 12 to 16 hours per one-month-old. However, because their stomachs are small, they wake up every two to three hours to eat🧑&zwj;🍼. It&#39;s common for babies to have their days and nights reversed, sleeping longer during the day and being more alert at night. This phase will eventually pass!&nbsp;<hr>My baby sleeps too much. Is it okay?&nbsp;<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/froala/boards/4100/0702f26d-db26-41b0-b0e2-b38a81bd8bd1.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Ah, the delightful world of newborn sleep😣! Brace yourself for the eat-sleep-repeat cycle. In those early weeks, your little one will master snoozing, briefly waking up to refuel before dozing off again. But don&rsquo;t worry! As they hit one month, get ready for wide-eyed moments as they explore the fascinating world.Newborns handle about an hour to an hour and a half of wakefulness before demanding some quality nap time. Beauty sleep is crucial🛌, after all! And those extra-long snooze sessions? No worries! It&#39;s usually harmless. They might be catching up after a mini-cold, experiencing growth spurts, or recovering from superhero shots. But if marathon sleep comes with a fever or respiratory distress, reach out to your pediatrician!&nbsp;<hr>Tips to help your baby sleep&nbsp;<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/froala/boards/4100/86f85f1a-981f-4b6f-8acb-7acc03ea610a.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🌙Create a nighttime routineCreating a nighttime routine for your baby can be a wonderful way to help them relax and prepare for sleep. It establishes a sense of consistency and signals that it&#39;s time to wind down. Here are some tips to help you start a soothing nighttime routine:🌙Begin by setting a consistent bedtime for your baby.&nbsp;Choose a specific time to put them to bed each night. This regularity helps establish a sleep pattern and supports their internal clock.🌙Create a calm and peaceful environment in the bedroom.Dim the lights, close the curtains, and minimize noise to create a soothing atmosphere. These adjustments help your baby understand that it&#39;s time to sleep. Establish a sequence of relaxing activities that you can do before bedtime. This can include giving your baby a warm bath, reading a story, singing a lullaby, or gently rocking them. The goal is to choose activities that promote relaxation and comfort.

Tips to help your baby sleep

Whenever your baby feels sad or angry, do you try to empathize with their emotion or just ignore and move on? Emotionally supportive relationships can be beneficial more than you think.😎<hr>Emotion coaching<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3239/aeed4dab-1fdf-4c16-b65f-d6f77fdb76ee.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪What is emotion coaching?Based on the principle that emotionally supportive relationships provide the best context for children to grow up, emotion coaching is the practice of helping your baby learn to self-regulate negative emotions when you tune in your child&rsquo;s feelings and show empathy.🤗 Because the kid is not capable of handling difficult emotions and having rich life experiences like adults, you are the ultimate guide who needs to accept and validate their feelings, helps them label emotions with words and instructs them to overcome hardships.🤱👪Why kids need you to emphasize?Young children lack our life experiences and are incompetent at reading others&rsquo; feelings and intentions. Your kid needs you to guide them to learn and practice.👩&zwj;🏫Some kids have a tougher time than others at mood management. The key is you can provide help and teach them to handle those emotional storms.😀<hr>Ways that emotion coaching works<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3239/0d81a628-7de5-4ac6-a284-aa790aa501e1.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪Notice signs before your child&rsquo;s emotions get intenseIs your kid looking a bit frustrated?😤 Although your initial reaction might be to ignore it and regard negative emotions as offensive, this is actually the golden opportunity for you to better understand your child and help them cope with it.💪Talk to your child how they look different now and ask the reason why they behave so.️ If you suspect a trigger, gently bring it up so that the child feels like they are being heard.😀👪Listen, validate and show empathyYou need to stay calm even though your child is furious in front of you.😌 What you really need to do is to relate to your kid&rsquo;s experiences by drawing parallels in your own life.Imagine when you are upset at your coworkers when something goes wrong at your work. That is also your child&rsquo;s feelings when they are rejected or humiliated at school.🏫 You can relate to the situation and understand why your kid feels that way.😇👪Find verbal labels for emotionsAs you listen and empathize with your kids, you can help them identify what exactly their feelings are.😍 Learning how to verbalize emotions teaches them to shift into a more detached and analytical point of view and view emotions as a normal reaction to a triggering situation.&nbsp;The method isn&rsquo;t merely telling your baby how they should feel. But rather to ask questions, align with our own experiences and help them understand their own emotions better.🤗👪Allow your child to take time to calm downPowerful emotions, such as anger, anxiety trigger a fight or flight response. They block the ability to reason and control impulses, making us vulnerable to overreacting.🛡️The same thing happens to your child. If your baby is highly distressed about an uncomfortable situation, let them take a pause and allow the stress response to wind down.😮&zwj;💨 Don&rsquo;t be tempted to start problem-solving and expect them to reason with you when they are not ready.

Emotion Coaching

Every child grows at their own pace💗, but growth charts can give us a general idea. Remember, &quot;average&quot; doesn&#39;t define normal, as babies come in all shapes and sizes.<hr>What&#39;s the average weight for a newborn?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/4025/60137961-29a8-4e53-9440-627f0cbb246f.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a full-term baby boy usually weighs around 7 pounds and 6 ounces, which is about 3.3 kilograms. And for our lovely baby girls, the average weight is around 7 pounds and 2 ounces, or 3.2 kilograms. How cute is that🐥?Now, babies born between 37 and 40 weeks👶, their weights can vary a bit more. On average, they weigh anywhere from 5 pounds and 8 ounces to 8 pounds and 13 ounces, which is about 2.5 to 4 kilograms. Isn&#39;t it amazing how these little ones come in different sizes right from the start?<hr>Why does newborn weight gain matter?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/4025/fc9a428a-4a00-411f-b182-8d659a0076c5.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">When it comes to your little one&#39;s weight and height, consistent growth is a positive sign of their well-being. But sometimes, babies may not be gaining weight as they should, and that&#39;s when the term &quot;failure to gain weight&quot; or &quot;failure to thrive&quot; comes into play🥲.&nbsp;There can be various reasons behind this, such as difficulties with feeding, problems with absorbing or using nutrients, or even certain medical conditions. It&#39;s essential to work closely with healthcare providers to identify the root cause and address it properly💕.<hr>How can I tell if my newborn is gaining enough weight?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/4025/3823a52e-e5b0-4d46-92c3-ab49b87ab626.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Believe it or not, counting those oh-so-important diapers can give you a good indication that your little one is doing just fine😀! During the first few days, it&#39;s completely normal for your newborn to have only a few wet diapers a day. After that, you can expect to see about 6 to 8 wet diapers in a 24-hour period. It&#39;s a great sign that your baby is getting enough fluids.Let&#39;s get down to business with poopy diapers. It&#39;s typical for babies to poop at least twice a day but when you&#39;re breastfeeding🤱, your baby might have even more poopy diapers, like five or more, while formula-fed babies may have a few less.&nbsp;

Newborn weight gain - what's healthy and what's not

The definition of positive parenting varies but the core idea can be summed up to warm, positive family interactions and guidelines!<hr>Tips for positive parenting<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3240/8be28f30-2fdb-4c5a-a038-10251ea0017d.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪Get inside your child&rsquo;s headAlthough on the outside your child&rsquo;s behaviors look unjustified and irrational, they are motivated by legitimate needs.🧸 If you can get inside their heads, you can address their needs. Always keep in mind that they are still developing and give them the benefit of the doubt.😎👪Empathetic, supportive and constructiveYou don&rsquo;t have to agree with your child&rsquo;s demands all the time. Instead, the goal is to be the kind of arbitrator and mentor you would want for yourself and your baby.😀Your kid would love a parent who is prepared to listen to their side of the story and reassure them that they are being heard.💖 They know that they will get a fair-minded and sympathetic hearing. You are the one who will reason with them, use encouragement and humor to steer them away from negative emotions while introducing solutions.🥰👪The art of distractionIf you notice that your baby has gotten hold of a forbidden object, you just camly remove it and show your child something else. Look at these colorful toys!🪅 Your child might be attracted to them immediately when you find them more interesting. &nbsp;Distraction is useful for old kids too. When your child is overwhelmed by feelings of outrage and confinement, they don&rsquo;t know how to stop but they can divert their focus into something else.👀👪Humor and playfulnessJokes and silliness are considered excellent distractions.😚 Your kid might feel more excited and motivated if you make requests with humor and transform work into play.👪Make sure that most of your interactions are positiveKids are mirrors, reflecting images of what happens around them.🪞 Positive social interactions create more trusting family relationships and motivate kids to be cooperative.<hr>More tips for positive parenting<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3240/af053bd6-49a1-4509-a0ee-1b19a381bf54.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪Validate your kid&rsquo;s reasonsIt&rsquo;s important that you don&rsquo;t expect your kids to read your mind.😊 Two-way conversations are much more beneficial when you don&rsquo;t just recite the rules but rather to explain the rationale of the rules and undertake your baby&rsquo;s questions and concerns.👪Try to say yes as much as possible&ldquo;No&rdquo; can be viewed as a negative word that fuels resentment and resistance since your kid is not yet able to understand how to learn from negative feedback. Parental criticism can also trigger feelings of hopelessness.😞 Hence, you should either suggest alternatives and help the kid accept different options.&nbsp;👪Catch children at being goodIt&rsquo;s crucial that you give praise at the right moment.😘 Children may respond to rewards and compliments more readily than punishments. After your kid finishes homework, let&rsquo;s offer simple praise &ldquo;well done!&rdquo; for the kid&rsquo;s good behavior.👪Be a good mentorTalking with your child about their feelings and discussing helpful strategies for handling difficult emotions indicate your respect for your kid and your willingness to offer sympathetic hearing.👂 You also provide your little one with concrete support and assurance that no matter what, mommy is right here!&nbsp;

Tips for Positive Parenting

Oops did your baby just fall off a chair? Let&rsquo;s go check them out if there is any serious injury!<hr>What should you do when your baby just falls off?<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3231/7244cf82-aeb8-4270-9764-7f8d3be60573.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶The baby looks okay to youThe moment your baby falls off gives you an adrenaline rush.🏃&zwj;♀️ You run as fast as you can to your baby to make sure that your child doesn&rsquo;t have any serious wounds.If the baby looks okay, probably the fall doesn&rsquo;t cause serious injury or break some bones.🦴 You still need to continue observing your baby for the next 24 hours to see if any symptoms develop.&nbsp;👶The baby feels uncomfortableIf your baby is crying out loud, probably they must have gotten hurt or they are irritable because of the fall.😭 The best decision is to take them to the doctor to get checked out thoroughly.&nbsp;It&rsquo;s not necessary to keep the child awake although it&rsquo;s better to monitor their health when they are still active.🤾&zwj;♀️ What is dangerous is that they probably fall on their head, feel dizzy and want to sleep but can&#39;t easily wake up. If they sleep, you should wake them after two hours to see if the child is still alert.💤<hr>Stay calm to identify serious signs<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3231/496588b0-fcb3-451f-8b00-44f29e38c6d6.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶Simple signsYou can&rsquo;t help feeling anxious when you see your child crying nonstop.😭 If the baby just has a light bump, their tears come from pain or fright and will not last longer than 10 minutes.&nbsp;👶Serious signsConstant headache or dizziness can be the result of a serious hit.🤕 Your baby might be extremely irritable and cry incessantly. More severely, you may see them excessively sleepy and have a difficult time waking up. The baby might vomit after a strong hit on their head.🤮<hr>Treatment for your baby<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3231/644751a4-aa6b-4700-a75a-cae4e3fa85f4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶Treatment at homeIf you have successfully ruled out serious injury, you can treat your baby&rsquo;s mild bump at home. Wrap an ice pack🧊 in a thin towel or diaper and hold it onto the bump for fifteen or twenty minutes. You can nurse them or say something sweet to your little one to soothe them and distract them from the pain.😀If your baby is constantly in pain, you can give them the appropriate amount of acetaminophen or ibuprofen.💊 Avoid aspirin because it can cause a rare but serious condition called Reye&rsquo;s syndrome.👶Call the ER!If your child experiences loss of consciousness, unresponsiveness, non stop bleeding, you have to call for an emergency.🚑 Any signs of a fractured bone, a concussion, inability to walk steadily or talk, prolonged screaming indicate your baby can be in danger. You have to talk to their doctor immediately and take the baby to the emergency room.👩&zwj;⚕️

What if your baby falls?

That nervous feeling when you&rsquo;re about to meet your baby for the first time is engraved in your heart.💓 You just look at them in awe every time and gain strength to become the best parents for them. But you can&rsquo;t avoid stress along the way&hellip;<hr>Parenting stress<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3234/f35db480-c86e-4079-b434-9cf543dd0373.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪What is parenting stress?Parenting stress is the distress when you feel you can&rsquo;t cope as a parent.😞 After pregnancy, expectations and demands placed on you are so high that you seem to run out of resources and strength to meet them.&nbsp;👪What causes parenting stress?The causation varies depending on each family. Stress can originate from poor economic status, inadequate support system, and exposure to hostility.⚔️ Anything that makes you worry about your ability to protect your child and thrive can contribute to parenting stress.🙁<hr>Ways to cope with parenting stress<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3234/96a703ed-89e8-4ef2-8774-ac4322d93a12.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪Reach out for supportParenting is a lot easier if you have your supporters on your side.👪 Contact your friends, family members and especially your partner to share your feelings. You can always count on their support for emotional support, financial aid💰 and childcare help.If you don&rsquo;t live near friends or relatives, you can look for local parenting cooperatives, online communities and trained therapis&zwj;ts.😀 Enrolling in parenting classes can be helpful too as you can seek new friends, reduce your feelings of guilt and stress while gaining more knowledge.👪Avoid unnecessary exposure to signals that drag you downAfter a very brief exposure to negative emotional content, it&rsquo;s natural that you pay attention more to upsetting images, replay bad memories and worry about the future. Such thoughts keep circulating in your head, causing more anxiety and gloom.😥Overdosing on bad news spikes up your stress levels, undermines yourself and hurts you gradually. Instead, try to put yourself together, think constructively, think brightly.🤔 Everything will be just fine and you can do it!&nbsp;👪Focus on the goodYou can induce good moods by downloading happy memories into your head. Do you remember when your little one just took the first step or called your name for the first time? When you return home from work, remember how you feel when you see your child&rsquo;s smiles and hugs.🤗Reflect on good memories and read jokes, uplifting stories to make you feel better. Focusing on acts of kindness and positive messages will help you decrease stress responses.😀👪Re-appraise the situationWe often think that we are good at predicting things if we have a plan. Actually, we are pretty bad at anticipating future discomforts. Sometimes, stressful things just occur along the way.😞When bad things happen, you may find a coping strategy when you reconsider the situation from a new angle. Stop dwelling too much on your personal emotional reactions, try to view the problem with more objectivity.💪&nbsp;

Parenting stress

Did you know breastfeeding can be much easier with proper positioning? Sore nipples, latching, and other breastfeeding problems can be solved if you do it in the right position💪!Some trials and errors will be needed, but as long as you find the position that works the best for you, you&rsquo;ll be a pro at breastfeeding your baby!😎<hr>How to hold the baby <img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3915/b3072eeb-b727-4c1f-bf1b-16cc0529e8f0.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Let&rsquo;s learn from the basics - how to hold your baby🤱. Place your baby on one side, toward your breasts. Your baby&rsquo;s whole body should face your chest, and his/her ear, shoulder, and hip have to align in a straight line. The baby&rsquo;s body also has to be straight in line with the body, not turn to the side. Using a nursing pillow can help you because it can lower the weight and adjust the height👍.<hr>Find your best position for breastfeeding!<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3915/9ff30fab-5ef5-42e3-b9c6-49a473545b1e.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Now, if you are ready, try these 5 positions and see which works best for you!👩&zwj;🍼Cradle holdCradle position is when you put your baby in your arms like they are lying in a cradle. For this position, bend your one elbow and rest your baby&rsquo;s head in, and use the hand on the same side to support the baby&rsquo;s body. 👶Now, use your other hand to cup your breast. Place your thumb above your nipple and your index finger at the spot where your baby&rsquo;s chin is. If the position is all set, lightly compress your breast so that your nipple points toward your baby&rsquo;s nose.&nbsp;👩&zwj;🍼Crossover holdDecide which breast you&rsquo;ll be nursing from and hold the baby&rsquo;s head with your hand on the opposite side of the nursing breast. To make the holding easier, put your wrist between the baby&rsquo;s shoulder and your thumb behind one ear👂, the other fingers behind the other ear. With your free hand, cup your breast and gently put it towards your baby&rsquo;s mouth.👩&zwj;🍼Football holdIf you have had a C-section, have large breasts, or your baby is small or premature, a football hold will be an option for you. Position your baby facing you, and tuck his/her legs under your arm on the same side of the breast you are nursing from. (Like you are holding a football!🏈) Support the baby&rsquo;s head with the same hand. Use the other hand to cup your breast.👩&zwj;🍼Laid-back positionLaid-back position is helpful, particularly for moms with smaller breasts, and newborns with sensitive tummies👶. As the name of the position suggests, you should lean back on a couch and put your baby on your body, facing tummy to tummy. Put his/her head near your breast so the baby can reach your breast naturally. If the baby finds it hard, you can lead him/her by directing the nipple toward the mouth.👩&zwj;🍼Side-lying positionFor night feeders😴, a side-lying position is a good choice because you and your baby both have to lie down on a bed. Put your baby on your side, tummy to tummy, and hold them with the hand on the side you&rsquo;re lying on. Use the other hand to cup your breast and feed the baby. This position could suffocate the baby, so you should never do this position on a recliner, couch, or water bed!<hr>Breastfeeding positions to avoid<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3915/29d0795c-ea72-4372-a61b-aa6e97d5a228.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">If you nurse your baby in an improper position, your breasts might not be able to produce enough milk! The most common mistake new moms make is to hunch over their bodies to the baby. Keeping your back straight and bringing your baby up to your breast is the key to breast stimulation✨.&nbsp;For your and your baby&rsquo;s safety and comfort, always make sure the baby&rsquo;s body isn&rsquo;t too far from the breasts. (The baby can pull on your nipple while feeding! ouch!😵) Also, put the baby&rsquo;s body and head facing the same direction so he/she can swallow the breast milk without trouble.

Breastfeeding Positions

Parenting isn&rsquo;t one-size-fit-alls. You might feel a lot of pressure to pick one style of parenting, in reality, the act of parenting is a true journey, not a set of required practices. You&rsquo;re welcome to take your time to figure it out.😀<hr>Attachment parenting<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3236/06210511-ece5-44c5-ae2b-f2760ad42f0c.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪Definition of attachment parenting?Attachment parenting is not all about a frenetic attempt to deliver the fastest responses when your baby sends a signal. It&rsquo;s actually about finding a balance between parents&rsquo; lives and childcare duties.⚖️The ancestral implication that mothers are designed to devote themselves to child-rearing to the point that they can&rsquo;t have a private life is out-dated.⚠️ Something is wrong if you and your baby cannot enjoy the parenting journey. What it truly means is attending to your child&rsquo;s cues and taking action accordingly that suits both you and your baby.🥰👪Common practices of attachment parentingIf you choose attachment parenting, you may find yourself frequently holding your baby, breastfeeding🤱 whenever your little one cries even in the middle of the night.🌙 You become sensitive and responsive to your child&rsquo;s emotions. You decide to co-sleep with your baby to monitor them better.<hr>Benefits of attachment parenting<img src="https://cdn.billyapi.com/posts/3236/d5c89260-f950-4fef-b450-c0319fec5b86.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👪Secure bondsUnlike unresponsive and more controlling parents, sensitive mothers tend to pay attention more to the child&rsquo;s interests and needs.👂 The quality of communication between you and your child indicates more secure attachment relationships.👪Promote independenceInfants are less likely to develop fearful tendencies if they know that you are always there by their side.👩&zwj;👦 They show a greater level of positive mood, more constructive coping and better regulation of emotion on their own.&nbsp;👪Help children cope with stressSkin-to-skin contacts and co-sleeping can help your baby develop a healthy stress response system, improved sleep patterns and better cognitive control.🧠 Once the kid receives warm and sensitive parenting, they are protected from brain-shrinking stress and autoimmune disorders.👪Fewer behavior problemsSecurely - attached children are less likely to develop behavior problems since they develop better cognitive flexibility and perspective taking-skills.🤗 Moreover, if they are engaged in mutually responsive, positive reactions with you, it is more likely that they develop consciences and comply with adult instructions.😛

Attachment parenting

You are half way through this journey. Your sleep position affects the quality of your sleep. Is your favorite position tummy down?&nbsp;<hr>Best sleeping positions during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1921/3ae1a6ae-98c7-4ae2-a97e-c03145e19914.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🛏️Left sideSleeping😴 on the left side is considered ideal when you&rsquo;re pregnant. The inferior vena cava runs on the right side to carry deoxygenated blood granules🩸 back to the heart for oxygenation. Lying on the left side will avoid putting pressure on the blood veins and allow optimal blood flow to the heart.💓🛏️Right sideSleeping😪 on the right side will suppress the inferior vena cana, impeding the blood flow to the heart and decreasing placental blood flow. However, it doesn&rsquo;t cause danger to your baby👶 so sleeping on either side is considered equally safe.🙆&zwj;♀️<hr>Sleeping positions to avoid<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1921/c0301f59-7779-423c-8c56-70fde642f751.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">If you prefer your tummy down, you might feel uncomfortable as your uterus and breasts are growing. If you are used to sleeping on your stomach, try using a donut-shaped pillow🛏️ to support your belly so that it&rsquo;s not too heavy.💤Lying flat on your back compresses the inferior vena cava and totally blocks blood from flowing from your legs to your heart. The aorta is also pressured and the fetus👶 doesn&rsquo;t receive enough blood.🩸 Consequently, your baby is at risk of stillbirth while you may have dizziness, shortness of breath and fast heart rate.⚠️&nbsp;

Is it safe to sleep on the stomach during pregnancy?

Do you look at yourself in the mirror recently and notice how your skin is glowing? Pregnancy glow is most evident during the second trimester so don&rsquo;t miss the opportunity to check out yourself.<hr>Pregnancy glow<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1922/230f4017-b155-462a-9047-8eb686f468e4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👩Pregnancy glowYour radiant, glowing appearance👩 these days is called pregnancy glow. Becoming a mom is not just about acne and pains, but it also gives you a flushed face and glowing skin. You&rsquo;re glowing!🤰&nbsp;👩When does it start and end?There is no specific timeline for your beauty to glow.🤗 You may notice the radiance and flushed face more easily in the second trimester when all dull symptoms such as morning sickness has been alleviated.😃&nbsp;The end of pregnancy is also the end of the pregnancy glow. After your baby is born👶, your hormones and blood flow go back to normal.&nbsp;<hr>Causes of pregnancy glow<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1922/3681b10b-eb03-4c68-9bf6-fb27a5daf7b1.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👩Surging hormonesExtra estrogen, progesterone, hCG hormones contribute to the glow. The increased amount might have made your face look glowy and shiny.☺️👩Increased blood flowYour blood volume🩸 increases by up to 50% to support your baby and other organs. More blood in circulation accentuates your beauty features and makes your skin look glowy and lively. A higher body temperature during pregnancy leads to flushing.🌡️👩Oil productionThe sebum glands produce more oil on your face, making it look shinier. However, sebum also contributes to acne on your skin.😉Don&#39;t worry if you don&#39;t encounter this pregnancy glow since every pregnant body is different.😃 Pregnancy glow doesn&#39;t indicate anything about your pregnancy.🤰 &nbsp;

Pregnancy glow

During pregnancy, gentle exercises help you gain an appropriate amount of weight and prepare for the tenacity of giving birth. Be your own personal trainer, you should choose the right exercises for your body and avoid rigorous workload.<hr>Exercises while pregnant<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1906/a27cb21d-f80b-4928-bb1e-83aebf2369d4.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🚶WalkingWalking🚶 is a perfect activity for pregnancy. When you incorporate your arms💪 and legs🦵 while walking for thirty minutes a day, three to five times a week, you can build your upper body strength and flexibility. Instead of running🏃&zwj;♀️, walking at a fast pace can be a good exercise for your heart.&nbsp;🚶YogaYoga is known for its gentleness and tranquility.😃 It promotes blood circulation, helps you stretch muscles, and reduces pregnancy pains. Yoga especially teaches you how to control breathing👃, a technique that will serve you well during labor. Remember to avoid inverted poses!🙅&zwj;♀️&nbsp;<hr>Other exercises during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1906/05a17c94-128c-4c1a-8ea1-c8975de8bed0.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🚶Swimming and water aerobicsSwimming🏊&zwj;♀️ helps you strengthen your core muscles without twisting your abdomen. It can also relieve nausea, improve blood circulation and lead to an easier pregnancy as you enjoy the soothing flow of water.🤗🚶RunningIf you&rsquo;re a fan of running hours on a treadmill🏃&zwj;♀️, you probably can continue to follow your safe running routine but stay alert to any signs of your body. Your center of gravity is shifting as the uterus👶 is growing bigger, hence, you should be careful not to fall. Always check with your doctor throughout your pregnancy to make sure you&rsquo;re exercising appropriately.👩&zwj;⚕️ &nbsp;

Exercises that are safe in the second trimester

To maintain a balanced and healthy diet during pregnancy, here are some tips for you when you prepare your meal. No matter what your options are, always choose meals that contain lean proteins, whole grains, vegetables and are low in sodium for your best health.&nbsp;<hr>What not to eat during the second trimester<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1903/492be6c1-a3ef-4c33-adfe-8b2c7a2fb59a.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🍲SeafoodLarge fish🐟 such as swordfish, shark and king mackerel are known to contain high amounts of mercury which is dangerous to your baby. You should limit your portions to 8 to 12 ounces per week.🍥 Other types of seafood like shrimp, salmon, and canned light tuna are safer to consume.🍲Unpasteurized productsUnpasteurized products contain bacteria that can cause severe infections.🦠 Unpasteurized milk🥛, certain soft cheese made with unpasteurized milk are best avoided during pregnancy.🍲CaffeineIt&rsquo;s okay to drink coffee while you&rsquo;re pregnant.🤰 However, for a coffee addict and a workaholic, you should limit your consumption to 200 milligrams per day.☕🍲Artificial sweetenersRegular consumption of artificial sweeteners can increase your baby&rsquo;s risk of obesity in the future.👶 Although they are safe for you while you&rsquo;re pregnant, you should consume them in moderation.🍲AlcoholAvoid alcohol completely when you&rsquo;re pregnant.🍷 Drinking alcohol during pregnancy is extremely dangerous, causing birth abnormalities and severe complications.🙅&zwj;♀️<hr>Weight gain during the second trimester<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1903/2499465f-6ad1-40cf-b1ff-9a795dc7d434.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">If you have an average weight, it is highly recommended to gain 25 to 35 pounds during pregnancy.🤰 The extra weight you gain provides vital nourishment and prepares you for breastfeeding after your baby is delivered.👶&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t worry if you are worried about your weight! The number of the scale is not as important as a healthy diet.🍜 Try to focus on eating a variety of nutritious foods and avoid dieting to lose weight. Clothes that flatter your chubby figure can help boost your confidence!👚&nbsp;

Tips for healthy eating

A good quality sleep seems like a distant memory when you enter the third trimester&hellip;&nbsp;<hr>How does sleep change in the third trimester?<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/2055/02c7f62e-786f-47c3-b3b5-bb9a58a89ce2.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😴Can&rsquo;t get comfortableBack pain and sore muscles just keep reverberating even when you try to distract yourself🙁. Your belly is too big to allow you to lie down comfortably. Restless legs syndrome occurs more when your body is trying to rest and urges you to stay active, making it virtually impossible for you to get to sleep.💤&nbsp;As your digestive system slows down in late pregnancy, acid rising back up causes heartburn in the chest, making it hard for you to fall asleep. Not to mention that your baby👶 is kicking and moving around in your belly keeps you awake at night too.&nbsp;😴Bathroom visitsYour baby👶 is growing and putting more pressure on your bladder. You will find yourself visiting bathrooms🚻 more often as your need to pee increases. You can reduce the number of nighttime bathroom visits by cutting down fluids in the evening and emptying your bladder completely before you go to bed.🚽&nbsp;😴WorryPregnancy is a long journey that has all ups and downs. It&rsquo;s normal to be worried at this point since the baby is coming out in no time.😃 Anxiety is not sleep inducing!😢&nbsp;Talk about your concerns and worries with your partner and friends.👨&zwj;👧 Make sure to gain all information about labor and delivery, postpartum period to prepare yourself for the last phase and stay assured that everything is going to be just fine!🤗<hr>Irregular pregnancy sleep patterns are linked to mental problems<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/2055/4e233497-0639-4c29-95fc-93340b809043.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Poor sleep😴 during this time is normal due to hormonal and physical changes. Pregnancy takes a toll on your body, making you feel physically drained but don&rsquo;t worry too much! Most symptoms won&rsquo;t develop postpartum depression.😃That said, late pregnancy depression can still progress into postpartum depression. Since it&rsquo;s difficult to tell exactly when depression actually hits you, it&rsquo;s important to express your worries and concerns with your healthcare provider and your partner and be heard.🤗 Don&rsquo;t be scared if you have difficulty sleeping with other symptoms of moodiness. You know that everyone is right here for you!🥰&nbsp;

Third trimester sleep

Your belly is getting tight and heavy to prepare for labor. You&rsquo;re almost there so buckle up and get ready for the rest of the journey.<hr>Why does your belly start feeling hard during pregnancy?<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1936/75e7641f-9073-416c-ad4f-2a44e1d6578a.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰Growing uterusAs you&rsquo;re stepping into the third trimester, your uterus pushes against your abdominal wall and makes your belly feel hard.🤰 Your growing uterus also crowds your internal organs such as lung and bladder. Stretch marks on your belly become more visible and itchy.🙁🤰Gas and bloatingGas and bloating can also contribute to belly hardness. You get gassy because hormone changes slow the rate of digestion, leaving the food longer in the intestine🍲 and giving time to bacteria to produce gas.🦨&nbsp;🤰Braxton Hicks contractionsIf you feel sensations of stomach tightening, it could be Braxton Hicks contractions. They appear more frequently in the third trimester as they prepare your body for labor.😃&nbsp;🤰Preterm laborSharp pains on one or both sides of your belly might be caused by round ligament pain. However, if you feel excruciating pain accompanied with your belly feeling hard, this belly cramping can signal a more serious problem such as preterm labor.🙁 &nbsp;<hr>When to call doctor<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1936/c85647e6-fa6e-4ceb-b4e1-5efa4a7214cd.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">If your contractions are so painful that you can&rsquo;t endure it, you should consider calling your doctor.👩&zwj;⚕️ Any signs like vaginal bleeding, less fetal movement, amniotic fluid leaking can be dangerous so you should call your doctor immediately.🏥&nbsp;

Why your pregnant belly feels tight and heavy?

Your pregnant belly&rsquo;s growth keeps pushing your belly button out. It looks weird and makes you feel a bit uncomfortable but it will return to its normal shape after delivery.&nbsp;<hr>During pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1924/e417077f-0a28-48be-b8e3-c29212adeb4c.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🔘Belly button changesYour belly button🔘 doesn&rsquo;t connect to the uterus. It&rsquo;s just the remnant of your attachment to your mother in the womb from years ago.👩&nbsp;As your belly grows, it puts pressure on your belly button and causes some inconvenience. The belly button is out in the open making you feel weird😕 when it rubs against your clothes.👚&nbsp;🔘Belly button painsUmbilical hernia happens when a piece of your intestines protrudes through the small hole in abdominal tissue into your belly button and gets stranded.🙁 Umbilical hernia is usually harmless, but you&rsquo;ll experience intense pain😣 when this piece of intestines gets stuck and squeezed in a small space of your belly button.<hr>After pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1924/589c6da4-c82a-4691-82e1-889c3cfecf6b.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">The belly button is likely to return to its normal size and shape after delivery.😃 However, sometimes your belly button may stay permanently outside, making you uncomfortable and diffident.You can choose umbilicoplasty, a surgery that makes the stretched belly button more vertical and less wide.👩&zwj;⚕️🏥 The surgery is only recommended for moms who have no intention of getting pregnant again because another pregnancy will give you the same result.🤰&nbsp;

Pregnant belly button

Can you feel your baby&rsquo;s movements today? There is a baby kicking in there!<hr>Fetal movement<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1899/fdb85cf9-4686-4dcf-8f3e-50c846831515.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶When does fetal movement start?The first fluttery movements are called quickening. You can expect to feel your baby&rsquo;s first kick between 16 to 22 weeks of your pregnancy.🤰 But there is no exact timeline to feel fetal movement so you may feel it a bit earlier or later.😃👶What&rsquo;s movement like in the second trimester?Your baby&rsquo;s movement is still unpredictable at the beginning. As your baby is getting warmed up, you can feel more intense and frequent kicks and punches from your little angel.👶 You can also put your hands on your belly and feel the moving underneath.🤗<hr>Kick count<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1899/73c2ff85-9356-4928-8ff0-fd5fabcdb666.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶Kick countYou pick a time of day and count the number of times your baby kicks during that exact time frame.🧮 It&rsquo;s best to pick the same time frame everyday so you can compare and notice any movements drop off.🙆&zwj;♀️&nbsp;👶Decreased movementsIf you accidentally start kick counts when your baby is napping, decreased movements are harmless. However, there are more potential reasons like your baby&rsquo;s growth might have been slowed down, or problems might happen with the placenta or the uterus.😟 Call your doctor immediately if you notice any strange silence when monitoring yourself at home.👩&zwj;⚕️

Have your baby’s movements changed?

Braxton Hicks contractions are also called false alarms of labor. You can feel them early on in your pregnancy, but usually most moms won&rsquo;t feel them until mid to late pregnancy.😃 &nbsp;<hr>Braxton Hicks contractions<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1989/9bfd4c16-e699-42a4-af01-386b7d5a5937.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰What are Braxton Hicks contractions?Braxton Hicks contractions are mild and sporadic contractions that you probably won&rsquo;t notice until mid to late pregnancy.🤰 They feel like tightness in your abdomen, typically last less than 30 seconds, then go away. They are uncomfortable but rarely painful.😃&nbsp;Since Braxton Hicks contractions are often mistaken for early signals of preterm labor, you should not make any diagnosis yourself just to be safe.🙅&zwj;♀️ You should consult with your doctor👩&zwj;⚕️ if you experience abdominal pain that doesn&rsquo;t get better even after you rest. More regular and stronger contractions accompanied with vaginal bleeding as you approach your due date are also warning signs of possible preterm labor.⚠️&nbsp;🤰What causes Braxton Hicks contractions?The exact cause of Braxton Hicks contractions is unknown but you can think of them as a practice before your true labor.🤔 You will notice them more clearly when you&rsquo;re dehydrated or have a full bladder, or after having sex or doing physical activities.&nbsp;<hr>The difference between Braxton Hicks contractions and true labor<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1989/e619422a-bb0f-4441-ac51-d97098548628.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤰PatternBraxton Hicks contractions often appear sporadically and don&rsquo;t get closer together. True labor signals come at regular intervals and get closer together over time.🧐&nbsp;🤰DurationBraxton Hicks contractions are weak, rarely causing any pains and lasting shortly. True contractions last 30 to 90 seconds.⏱️&nbsp;🤰PositionBraxton Hicks contractions occur in the front of your abdomen. However, real contractions feel like they start in the back and gradually progress to the front.🤰 &nbsp;🤰ChangeBraxton Hicks contractions stop when you change your position.🚶 True labor contractions continue despite position changes and intensify over time.&nbsp;

Braxton Hicks contractions

Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy, called PUPPP in short, is a very itchy rash that happens later in pregnancy. Although it is not a dangerous condition, it may cause awful itching and make you uncomfortable.&nbsp;<hr>PUPPP rash during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1938/74d01a67-9406-444d-ac92-9d8d203ba7c1.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">😩What is PUPPP?PUPPP stands for pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. It&rsquo;s also called polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (PEP) or other names too. It is a very itchy rash appearing on your belly and then spreading to other extremities over time.😩😩What PUPPP looks like?PUPPP first appears as small and pimple-like spots🔴 on the abdomen and around the stretch marks. Then they gradually resemble and develop into hive-like rash. You can also see blisters around them.&nbsp;After a few days, the rash spread from the stomach to the thighs, buttocks, back, arms💪 and legs.🦵 Usually it doesn&rsquo;t show up areas above your breasts. The rash tends to be extremely itchy and disappear after you give birth.🤰😩Causes of PUPPPThe exact causes of PUPPP are unknown.🤔 Rapid stretching of the skin to accommodate the growth of the uterus👶 may cause some damage to connective tissues and skin inflammation.&nbsp;PUPPP probably can be considered as an allergic reaction to male DNA♂️ of the fetal cell circulating in maternal blood. Your immune system recognizes these DNA as foreign and attacks them, causing inflammation.👦&nbsp;<hr>Treatments for PUPPP rash<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1938/6e42271f-b391-41b0-9851-99786065f303.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Treatments can only relieve the intense itching but not cure it. You can try a bath with oatmeal or baking soda.🛀 Putting some aloe vera gel can also soothe your skin. Wearing soft, cotton clothing may help too.👚&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t scratch the rash or it may get worse and spread further.🙅&zwj;♀️ If you have a severe case, you should consult with your doctors for special ointment or antihistamine to make your skin less inflamed.👩&zwj;⚕️🏥

PUPPP rash in the third trimester

It&rsquo;s time! True labor is coming!!&nbsp;<hr>Signs of labor<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1971/6715af31-41f5-4cf1-b2e6-7e6bec51d540.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶 ContractionsLabor contractions grow stronger over time and more frequent as they cause your cervix to dilate. You will feel an excruciating pain that may crush you from the inside and bring tears to your eyes.😖 It&rsquo;s going to be too painful for you to talk through once they&rsquo;ve progressed.☹️Assessing the pain frequency by timing your contractions, knowing the intensity and location of the pain help you indicate true labor and prepare yourself.😃 Call your doctor immediately to make sure all the signs are true.👩&zwj;⚕️&nbsp;👶 Back pain &nbsp;If you&rsquo;re having lower back pain that radiates down into the legs🦵 along with contractions, it can be a sign that you&rsquo;re having back labor. The pain doesn&rsquo;t go away even if you change your positions. It intensifies during contractions, inferring your baby&rsquo;s head👶 is pressing against your lower back and wishing to come out.👶 Water breakingWhen the amniotic fluid sac that surrounds your baby ruptures, fluid leaks from your vagina💦. This is one of the final signs of labor and labor usually follows soon. Call your doctor to discuss the symptoms to make sure whether you&rsquo;re actually in labor.👩&zwj;⚕️If your water breaks and you&rsquo;re in full term but you haven&rsquo;t had contractions yet, you might have premature rupture of membranes (PROM).⚠️<hr>Preterm labor<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1971/168c151d-f4af-4b53-b938-ef77e8121063.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👶 Preterm laborLabor often starts between week 37 and week 42 of pregnancy. If you notice you have contractions before you reach week 37, you&rsquo;re in preterm labor.😶👶 Symptoms of preterm laborIt&rsquo;s difficult to determine whether you&rsquo;re in preterm labor due to some similarities between Braxton Hick contractions and labor contractions. If you&rsquo;re really in preterm labor, your doctor👩&zwj;⚕️ will give you medications to prolong your pregnancy days to allow the baby&rsquo;s lungs to fully mature and protect their brain.If you have more vaginal discharge than usual, fluid leaks, abdominal pain like menstrual cramps, six or more contractions in one hour even if they don&rsquo;t hurt😩, you should contact your doctor. Signs such as unprecedented low back pain, irritation in the pelvic area can also be harbingers that you might be in preterm labor.⚠️ &nbsp;

Signs of labor

It&rsquo;s time for your body to prepare for breastfeeding. Your breast starts producing colostrum and you might notice some drops in your bra. No worries, you should thank your body for doing its job.😃<hr>Colostrum during pregnancy<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1946/c24b510a-4e8a-4185-befd-4268629f86c2.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">🤱What is colostrum?Colostrum is your baby&rsquo;s first meal which is rich in protein and mom&rsquo;s antibodies.👩 It&rsquo;s also called foremilk because it comes in before mature breast milk.&nbsp;Colostrum looks like a clear and creamy white, or yellow orange liquid.🍼 More mature milk looks more creamy, white-ish and sticky looking.&nbsp;🤱The vital role of colostrumColostrum provides nutritions, vitamins, proteins and is loaded with white blood cells⚪🩸 that produce antibodies used to combat with bacteria and viruses🦠. Not only does it contribute to building the baby&rsquo;s innate immune system, it also establishes a healthy gut microbiome and has a laxative effect that helps remove meconium from the gastrointestinal tract.🚽&nbsp;<hr>Causes of breasts leaking<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1946/ad983813-9036-45f4-b3b3-dc3e8826f7ea.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">When you&rsquo;re in the third trimester, prolactin hormone starts gearing up and producing a small amount of milk.🍼 After you give birth for three to four days, the hormone is at its full speed, producing milk for your baby.👶&nbsp;High levels of estrogen and progesterone hormones keep the quantity of milk in check so you don&rsquo;t see a large volume of milk leaking. Your hormones are trying to keep themselves balanced and only activate when it&rsquo;s the right time.😃 If prolactin level is slightly higher than other hormones, you will see colostrum leak out a bit.🤰&nbsp;<hr>How to cope with breasts leaking<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1946/491c6185-ce01-41fc-85cf-eca95e429429.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">Breast leaks are a minor problem during pregnancy and easy to handle. You can use nursing pads inside your bra and avoid nipple stimulation.🙆&zwj;♀️ If you see unstoppable leaking or blood in colostrum, you should tell your doctor immediately because there could be signs of a clogged milk duct.👩&zwj;⚕️

Breasts leaking colostrum during pregnancy

You must feel anxious and excited at the same time when it&rsquo;s closer to the due date. Packing all necessities in your hospital bag👜 in advance will save you lots of time and energy when that moment comes.<hr>Hospital bag checklist for moms<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1953/ce9a2f61-f629-47b6-a1a4-86570ebebdf8.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👜Essential items and documentsLet&rsquo;s pack all your necessary stuff first! Your driver license or any other identification card is fine.💳 You should check with the hospital or birth center🏥 regarding any hospital paperwork that you should bring. You need to bring your doctor&#39;s contact and birth plan if you have one.Medical records can be helpful to show your current status of health. Chargers and cell phones📱 are two things you can&rsquo;t live without. You might bring a cord blood kit if you&rsquo;re planning to donate your baby&rsquo;s cord blood.🩸&nbsp;👜Personal itemsPack your favorite toothbrush and toothpaste, lip balm, deodorant, makeup, hair ties, shampoo and lotion🧴 if you prefer using yours.🧼🧺 The hospital will provide sanitary pads to absorb your blood after delivery, but if you prefer using your favorite brand, feel free to bring them with you.If you wear contacts, remember to bring lens solution and a lens case. Glasses are also an essential if you need them.👓&nbsp;👜ClothingThe hospital provides gowns but you can bring your daily nightgowns or pajamas. Backless slippers🥿 and a lightweight robe may come in handy if you want to take a walk after delivery.🚶&nbsp;Bring a comfortable and loose outfit or two to change.👚 You also need several pairs of postpartum underwears that are suitable for wearing with maxi pads. Your breasts are likely to be tender and swollen especially when they leak some colostrum so you might need nursing bras to help absorb leaks and provide comfort.😃&nbsp;👜Miscellaneous itemsBring your favorite snacks because you will feel hungry after labor and probably are bored of hospital food.🥨 Eye masks can help you sleep safe and sound at night after a long day. Also you might need a camera📷 to record these historical moments of you and your baby!&nbsp;<hr>Hospital bag checklist for baby<img src="https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/images.villagebaby.kr/posts/1953/931a43a7-e126-4acc-b865-ca3dee57024a.gif" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 100%; height: 100%;">👜Baby nail file and nail clippersAfter birth, your baby👶 often has sharp nails that can hurt and scratch the baby&#39;s face. You may want to trim tiny nails and make them softer a little bit.👜Coming home outfitLet&rsquo;s dress your baby up with comfortable clothes, socks and booties.👗 Welcome home, little angel!👜Baby blanketYou need a blanket to tuck around your baby around the car seat on the way home to make sure the little one is warm and cozy. The hospital will likely provide you blankets but you can bring one by yourself.🤗 &nbsp;

Why your pregnant belly feels tight and heavy?

Common pregnancy aches and pains

Pregnant belly button

Hospital bag checklist for parents

Braxton Hicks contractions

Lower back pain during pregnancy

Early signs of labor

Contraction Test

Common pregnancy skin problems

Perineal massage

Sciatica during pregnancy

How to stay comfortable in the third trimester

Labor positions for active labor

Heartburn during pregnancy

Do your feet grow during pregnancy?