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If you've decided to have a baby, the most important thing is that you
Girls who receive proper care and take the right decisions are highly
likely to have healthy babies.Prenatal CareIf you discover you are
the future.If you can not afford to visit a doctor or pay for the
consultation in a clinic for prenatal care, social service organizations
trusted adult to help you find resources in your community.During the
been pregnant and what date you expect your baby.Doctors estimate the
of women giving birth at the estimated delivery date.The pregnancy is
third, from week 27 until the end of pregnancy.The doctor will examine
condition in adolescents. (Because some STDs can cause serious health
problems in newborns, it is important to get appropriate treatment to
protect the baby.)The doctor will explain what are the physical and
emotional changes that are likely to experience during pregnancy. We also
learn to recognize the symptoms of possible problems (complications)
during pregnancy. This is essential, because teenagers are at greater
risk of crossing certain complications such as anemia or hypertension,
and give birth before the expected date (premature labor).Your doctor
will want to start taking prenatal vitamins containing folic acid,
calcium and iron away. Your doctor may prescribe vitamins or can
certain birth defects.Ideally, you should visit your doctor once a month
disease like diabetes, which requires careful monitoring during
often.During consultations, your doctor will monitor your weight, blood
baby's growth. When the baby's heartbeat can be heard with a special
ultrasound to make sure the baby is in perfect condition.Also part of
prenatal care to attend classes where women who are expecting a baby
conducted in hospitals, medical centers, schools and universities in your
area.If adults can be difficult to talk to your doctor about your own
baby... and it is likely that there is nothing that a pregnant woman has
know.Always be honest when your doctor will ask questions, even if they
is happening to you.What changes can you expect in your bodyPregnancy
creates many physical changes. Here are some of the most common:Growth of
breastsThe increase in breast size is one of the first signs of pregnancy
to increase several sizes of support during the course of pregnancy.Skin
changesDo not be surprised if people's comments that your skin looks
"glowing" when you're pregnant: pregnancy produces an increased blood
addition, hormonal changes increase the secretion of the sebaceous
also common during pregnancy.Among other changes that pregnancy hormones
to the pubis, which known as linea nigra.Also, moles or freckles that you
thighs.Except for the darkening of the areola, which is usually
permanent, these skin changes will disappear after delivery.Mood swingsIt
suffer from depression during pregnancy or after childbirth. If you have
symptoms of depression such as sadness, changes in sleep patterns,
desires to hurt yourself or negative feelings about yourself or your
life, ask your doctor for advice about starting your treatment.Pregnancy
DiscomfortsPregnancy can cause some unpleasant side effects. Among such
disorders, include the following:nausea and vomiting, especially during
the first months of pregnancy;
 leg swelling;
 heartburn and constipation;
 back pain;
 fatigue and
 sleeping problems.If you suffer from one or more of these side effects,
handle these common problems.If you are pregnant and have bleeding or
your pregnancy.What you should avoidIf you smoke, drink alcohol or use
problems.AlcoholAt present, doctors believe it is not advisable to drink
mental problems.SmokeSmoking during pregnancy carries some of the
year.DrugsIllegal drugs such as cocaine or marijuana during pregnancy may
babies can be born with an addiction to certain drugs.If you have trouble
help you. Consult your doctor before taking any medication during
pregnancy. This includes medicines sold over the counter, prepared herbal
supplements and vitamins.Unsafe SexTalk to your doctor about sex during
should use a condom to avoid contracting a sexually transmitted disease
and protect the baby.How to take care during pregnancyFeedingMany young
help to both you and the baby are healthy and growing.Doctors generally
will advise you about this depending on your particular situation.Eat
prevent common problems such as constipation. Fruits and vegetables and
fiber.It is necessary that you avoid some foods and beverages during
pregnancy, such as:some types of fish such as swordfish, canned tuna and
you decide which fish to eat);
 foods containing raw eggs, such as mousse or salad type "Caesar";
 raw meat, fish or just cooked;
 processed meats such as sausages or cold cuts;
 milk, unpasteurized juice or cider.It is also desirable to limit the
consumption of artificial sweeteners and caffeine and artificial
Exercising during pregnancy is good for your health when you have no
complications with the pregnancy and choose appropriate activities.
Doctors generally recommend low-impact activities such as walking,
exercises are safe for you and your baby.Sleep
the most comfortable position. It will facilitate the functioning of the
heart, since the baby's weight will not exert any pressure on the vein
that carries blood from the feet and legs back to the heart.Some doctors
specifically recommend that pregnant girls should sleep on his left side.
is to lie on either side, to reduce pressure on the back.Throughout the
feel more comfortable.Stress can also affect sleep. Perhaps you're
insomnia. Talk to your doctor if you have trouble sleeping during
pregnancy.Emotional Health
It is common for pregnant adolescents experience a variety of emotions
the responsibilities involved in becoming mothers.The feelings of a young
often depend on how much support received by the baby's father, his
family (and family of the baby's father) and his friends. The situation
guide you to find the resources offered to help your community.In some
cases, teenage pregnancies and spontaneous abortions have lost the baby.
to counselors or teachers.The school and the future
Some girls plan to raise her baby by themselves. Sometimes grandparents
courage and concern for the baby.Young women who have completed high
or a trusted adult that you provide information about what programs and
classes offered in the community for pregnant teens.Some communities have
while you're at school.You can learn more about what happens when you
mother if you read books, attend classes or consultations reliable
websites on parenting. Your pediatrician, your parents, your family
members and other adults can guide you when you're pregnant and when you
become a mother.

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