Although you may have some interesting twists to your eating habits your nutrition in the second trimester should follow some simple rules. These basic rules will take you through your pregnancy and on into your postpartum period.

You should remember that although you are eating for two you shouldn’t be doubling your portions. Someone who was a normal weight before becoming pregnant shouldn’t gain more than 25-35 pounds; while someone who was underweight can gain a bit more and someone overweight pre-pregnancy should gain between 15 and 20 pounds.

Those pounds are put on mostly at the end of the second trimester and through the third trimester. Some of that weight is actually fluid from the increasing blood volume that you are pumping. By the end of your pregnancy you will have gained 4 pounds of blood!

Your nutrition in the second trimester should include a prenatal vitamin. These are high in iron to support the production of blood that your body will be manufacturing to support your new baby. If you are unable to stomach the iron supplement in your prenatal vitamin because it upsets your stomach there are several options. You can first try taking the pills at night before you go to bed to see if you can sleep through the distress.

If that option doesn’t work or if you aren’t willing to discover you cant sleep through the nausea you can get a vegetable based iron vitamin supplement from the health food store. These iron supplements are more bio-available meaning your body can use more of it so the doses are less they don’t cause stomach upset or constipation. If you do this then ask your doctor for a prenatal vitamin prescription that doesn’t have iron. Don’t just stop taking the prenatal vitamins. These vitamins have higher doses of some vitamins to support your pregnancy.

Your iron supplements are often absorbed better in the presence of Vitamin C, also needed to create collagen in your developing baby. This means you can take the vitamin with a glass of orange juice, or even better with a real orange.

Some women also believe that they should eat what they crave, making the excuse that they don’t want to eat vegetables and fruit now it just doesn’t sound good. That may work for their bodies, which are fully formed and have enough stores to get through a couple of months without good nutritious foods but it doesn’t work for the developing baby.

Although you may be taking a prenatal vitamin they dont take the place of good foods. And those cravings are usually not your body telling you to eat the oreo cookies or potato chips but rather the changes that happen to your digestive system from the flood of hormones its experiencing.

What you eat has an effect on the health and wellness of your baby after they are born. For instance, recent studies have found that there is a link between mothers who ate large amounts of protein and meat during the pregnancy and children who secreted more cortisol under stress when they were in their 30s. This link has an impact on the children’s health since the secretion of cortisol under stress is linked to heart disease and diabetes.

While you cant know exactly what is the perfect diet, you can know that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables and a well balanced diet will be best in the long run for both you and your child. The added fiber from the fruits and vegetables will keep you from gaining too much weight quickly, stop the constipation common during the second and third trimesters and improve your overall health. It really is a win-win situation.

During both the conception process and throughout pregnancy it is important that hopeful moms maintain their physical well-being and as well as their psychological health.

This broad field of women’s health includes psychological issues surrounding mood, stress and relaxation, as well as physical areas such as infertility, nutrition, morning sickness, labor and delivery and more.

At Native Remedies you will find a comprehensive set of herbal remedies to help you manage conception and pregnancy – naturally and safely.

None of these organs can support a pregnancy in the same way that the uterus can. Many times the growing baby will rupture the organ and will cause severe bleeding endangering the mothers life. Unfortunately there is no way to transplant an ectopic pregnancy into the uterus successfully so ending the pregnancy is the only option.

When are you at a greater risk of an ectopic pregnancy? Any sexually active woman can have an ectopic pregnancy but there are situations that place a woman at higher risk:
Pregnancy after a tubal ligation
Fallopian tube surgery tubal reversal
Previous ectopic pregnancy
Usine a progestin-only hormone contraceptive
IUD placement when you get pregnant
Tubes damaged infection of some type such as Pelvic Inflammatory Disease or STDs
Infertility treatments
Older women also have a higher risk

The symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy are quite a bit like the symptoms of a normal pregnancy. The body releases the same hormones and the early symptoms of pregnancy of bloating, frequent urination, and tender, swollen breasts are the same. The symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy may not show up until the organ on which the baby has implanted ruptures, which results in a life-threatening emergency for the mother.

More often the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy happen more slowly. The woman may experience abdominal or pelvic pain or tenderness that is sudden and severe or may be mild and intermittent. The pain can be felt anywhere in the pelvic region and is sometimes accompanied by nausea and vomiting. This pain can get worse with activity, bowel movements or coughing.

Another symptom of an ectopic pregnancy that has ruptured is pain in your shoulder when you are lying down. This displaced pain happens from internal bleeding and represents a medical emergency. Seek medical care immediately.

Another symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy is vaginal bleeding or spotting. The woman may not even know, or expect, to be pregnant. She may experience implantation bleeding that is heavier than normal if the baby had implanted in the uterus and the woman may believe she had a light period. The first symptom of an ectopic pregnancy is usually pain. Most women describe the pain as sharp or stabbing. The woman can also experience lower back pain.

With any symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy and a trip to the emergency room your doctor will use several things to diagnose your condition; blood tests, pelvic exam and ultrasound.

Before starting any medications during your pregnancy you need to know about how medications are classified and what the potential risks are to each medication. Medications are classified by category for use during pregnancy. In Category A controlled studies in humans have shown no risk to the baby. Category B represents medications that have had animal studies that show no risk but there are no human studies; Category C medications have no adequate studies either human or animal or there are adverse effects in animal studies. Category D drugs have evidence of risk to the baby but in certain circumstances the benefits may outweigh the risk. Category X medications have proven risks that clearly outweigh any benefit.

An example of a Category A medication are folic acid, thyroid hormone and prenatal vitamins but not in massive doses. An example of Category B drugs are some antibiotics, Zofran (nausea) or medications used for diabetes. An example of Category C medication would be Diflucan, SSRI medications for depression or albuterol to treat asthma. Category D drugs include Paxil, Lythium, Dilantin or chemotherapy drugs. An example of a Category X drug is Acutane or Thalomide.

There are no clear cut answers about what are safe medications during pregnancy and what arent. The decision rests with you and your doctor as you weigh the risks of the medication vs. the benefits of taking the medication. The benefits include what might the medication treat or change in the mother or baby while the risks will include what ways the medication could harm the growing baby.

There may be times when taking a particular medication could be a choice and other times when taking a medication will make the difference between life and death. For instance, a diabetic who requires insulin may be able to be diet regulated for part of the pregnancy but may need insulin later in the pregnancy. At this point the doctor and new mother will decide which of the blood sugar lowering medications poses the least risk to the baby and will have the best effect on the mother.

The Federal Food and Drug Administration determines in which category a medication will fall when the medication is approved for release to the public. The categories, drug information from the manufacturer and recent studies all help the doctor and woman to make decisions about using medications during pregnancy.

Before using any medication during any part of your pregnancy always ask your doctor or pharmacist which are safe medications during pregnancy. Some over the counter medications that appear to be harmless can be dangerous to your unborn child. For instance, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like Advil, Motrin, ibuprofen, Aleve, naproxen can cause serious blood flow problems in the baby if you use them after 28 weeks.

If you are actively trying to get pregnant then you should also take medications as if you are pregnant. You dont know when you will conceive and medications can affect your baby from the day that the sperm fertilizes the egg. If you are already taking a medication for a chronic problem then you should have a discussion with your doctor before you try to get pregnant to determine what the risks vs. the benefits of your current medication or if there is another medication you may want to switch to until you have delivered.

Remember that herbal medications or natural products and dietary supplements are nothing more than foreign substances that are entering your body. These should be treated the same way you would treat taking a medication during your pregnancy. Ask your pharmacist. If they dont have the answer they can find it. You and your growing baby deserve the best care possible.

Although becoming pregnant seems to be a natural occurrence many women are having difficulty conceiving for various reasons. Some women are delaying child bearing in order to establish their careers, others have hormonal difficulties and others have been exposed to chemicals or growth hormones that impact their own hormonal levels.

If a women has difficulty conceiving her doctor may encourage her to use Clomid to deal with her infertility issues. Clomid is considered first line and rather safe for both the mother and future children. In fact, Clomid is so common you may even find Clomid support groups. Symptoms of pregnancy if on clomid are discussed below.

Clomid works to change the hormonal levels and production to affect ovulation in women who have difficulty with ovulation. Like other prescription drugs it works by tricking the brain into believing estrogen levels are low. This process encourages the maturation of an egg and release for possible fertilization. The changes in the hormone levels may give you a false positive if you are using a urine ovulation test kit.

With all of these changes to your hormone levels you may think that clomid would also affect a pregnancy test as well. Fortunately clomid is given for a few short days before ovulation, which is 14 days before your missed period. Implantation of a baby into the uterus would happen in week 3, or just around the time of your missed period and when a pregnancy test would be completed. By this time the hormone surges caused by the clomid would have been excreted from the body.

Symptoms of pregnancy if on clomid are very similar to those signs and symptoms of pregnancy if you arent on clomid. Clomid is prescribed in the first five or so days of your cycle, which is approximately 20 days before youll be feeling the first effects of being pregnant. Symptoms of pregnancy if on clomid include swollen and tender breasts, abdominal bloating, increased urination, sensitivity to odors, fatigue and implantation bleeding. All of these symptoms are the same as those for women who havent taken clomid to achieve a pregnancy.

All of these symptoms of pregnancy if on clomid are the result of the increased amount of hormones related to the pregnancy. As your body gets used to the hormones, around week 12, youll find that the symptoms decrease and your energy level increases.

You may also find that you can relieve many of these symptoms the same way you would if you hadnt taken clomid. So, using a sports bra at night while sleeping will help to relieve the tenderness in your breasts. Drinking plenty of water and staying hydrated will help to decrease the bloating. Eating small meals or grazing throughout the day, as well as staying away from spicy fatty foods and strong odors, may help to decrease the nausea and vomiting from morning sickness.

There are some morning sickness remedies that are available both through your doctor and that you can do at home on your own. These morning sickness remedies will help to decrease the symptoms but may not completely remove them. Doctors theorize that morning sickness is caused by your bodys reaction to the increased number and amount of hormones floating around in your system. Only after your body accommodates to the changes will the nausea and vomiting stop. For most women this ends at the end of the first trimester (50% of women) and the rest by the end of the 20th week (95%).

While you are struggling with nausea and vomiting you may want to try some of these morning sickness remedies that have given thousands of women relief. First, many of the symptoms of morning sickness are a result of having an empty stomach or being exposed to certain smells and odors. So many of the morning sickness remedies involve keeping your stomach partially full without over filling.

For instance, you should keep several saltines at your bedside and, before even rising in the morning, eat several dry crackers. Wait about 10 minutes and then get up. Keep crackers or pretzels with you during the day and dont let your stomach get empty. Some women find relief when they graze during the day instead of eating three meals.

When you do eat, do not eat spicy or fatty foods. Although they may look good to your eyes you will find they dont sit well in your stomach. Do your best to stay away from strong food odors or other strong odors that may upset your stomach. This means you should cook as little as possible.

Fatty foods may take longer to digest but they will cause problems with your stomach and nausea. Instead, try to eat some proteins that will also keep you full longer but wont cause the nausea and vomiting that fatty foods and spicy foods will cause.

Another morning sickness remedy is to stay hydrated as possible. You may be vomiting occasionally but you can also keep down fluids by drinking small amounts of fluid throughout the day. Dont drink soda or high fat drinks like shakes, which will trigger more morning sickness. Soda or fruit drinks may have calories but they wont keep your stomach full so its better to eat real food.

Another of the morning sickness remedies is to eat sweets sparingly because of the changes they make to your hormonal system and they can trigger another episode of nausea. You can also change your prenatal vitamins to those without iron until the morning sickness goes away or you can forgo taking prenatal vitamins all together.

Try these morning sickness remedies at home first. Morning sickness isnt life threatening but it is uncomfortable. Women have been suffering with these symptoms for centuries. Doctors only use medications when the vomiting affects the hydration of the woman and she begins to lose weight.

Bulimia does cause irregular or absent periods because of the altered nutritional patterns that affect these women but researchers dont think that this affects the chances of a woman to get pregnant after she may recover from bulimia. But during pregnancy bulimic eating disorders can result in miscarriage, high blood pressure in the mother, stillbirth, low birth weight in the child, low Apgar scores (tests done immediately after birth to determine the health of the baby), C-sections, premature birth and post-partum depression.

The effect of bulimia on pregnancy is far reaching, well beyond the initial 9 months. Interestingly statistics show that there are approximately 15% of pregnant women who suffer from an eating disorder and approximately 80% express dissatisfaction with their bodies. Bulimia and binge eating are the more common eating disorders.

An eating disorder during pregnancy puts the baby at a higher risk of developing a number of medical disorders. The baby can suffer from lack of nutrition or stress that is caused by the eating disorder. Women who have recovered from bulimia also have a higher risk pregnancy but without the risk of lack of nutrition.

The most common effect of bulimia on pregnancy is the increased risk of low birth weight and preterm labor. The lack of nutrition that the mother receives translates to lack of nutrition for the developing baby. This places the baby at greater risk for respiratory distress and illnesses. These babies also have a 35% increased risk of coronary death and are 6 times more likely to develop diabetes later in life.

During binging and purging the mother has a risk of decreased calcium intake. During the pregnancy the baby takes calcium from the mothers body to develop its own bones. This lack of calories and calcium will increase the risk of osteoporosis as the woman grows older.

The effect of bulimia on pregnancy can also result in babies who develop cerebral palsy, liver disorders, cleft palate, blindness and other physical disabilities. The lack of nutrition also places a baby at greater risk for lowered IQ, learning disabilities and mood disorders.

The effect of bulimia on pregnancy and the mother will add to the existing physical problems. If mother isnt eating enough they have a risk of becoming weak and have difficulty with breathing, walking and doing daily tasks.

Women with bulimia can also suffer from heart damage, liver and kidney damage that will become worse during a pregnancy that is affected by bulimia. Placental abruption and breech birth are also more common among women with an eating disorder.

Pregnancy is normally a very stressful and emotional time. When that stress is compounded by an eating disorder that interprets weight gain as a negative effect the woman is at greater risk for depression and post-partum depression.

Another effect of bulimia on pregnancy is that some mothers will purposely under feed the baby because they become increasingly concerned about the size and shape of the baby.

Some women find that their symptoms improve during a pregnancy because they cant imagine starving their baby. However, without help these women will return to their previous dieting habits and their eating disorders.

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Bottle feeding babies formula can be a time to give formula or breast milk. Research has found that breast milk has just the right amount of fats, proteins and nutrients to help your baby grow, develop and to grow his brain cells.

Sometimes formula has to be substituted for breast milk and sometimes breast milk can be given in bottles when mom is working or is out when baby is hungry. Bottle feeding babies formula requires a bit of skill and practice to get the whole process correct.

Most babies get the idea quickly and have an inborn suck reflex that takes over when the nipple is placed in their mouth. But other infants have a bit more trouble and may need some encouragement.

The formula you place in the bottles should be FDA approved to be sterile and have a close amount of nutrients to help the baby grow. The formula can be soy based or cows milk based. There are pros and cons to each and you should do your homework and talk with your doctor to be sure you provide the nutrition that best suits your baby.

Boiling bottles are a thing of the past if you use disposable bag filled bottles. The area that holds the milk must still be sterile but since the bags aren’t reused and are sterile you no longer have to boil bottles. On the other hand if you are using bottles you must boil them for 2 minutes and let them cool before using them for your baby. You new little one doesn’t have the immunity to bacteria and viruses that we do and a little germ can cause an illness that may require a hospitalization. When babies are breast fed they receive immunities from their mother through the milk but babies who are strictly formula fed don’t have that advantage.

When you open formula be sure you store it appropriately. Powdered formula should be covered immediately after taking out the amount you need and stored in a cool dry place. Liquid formula should be refrigerated after opening and kept for no more than 24 hours.

When babies are breast fed they are not placed on a schedule but rather take as much as they need and ask for more when they’re ready. Bottle fed babies must have the same advantage because its the best way for babies to be fed. Only the baby can know when they are hungry and how hungry they really are. We may like to have them on a every four hour schedule to meet our needs but when they are going through a growth spurt and hungry every two hours it does no good they wont stop crying until they’re fed.

Babies and children eat when they are hungry and don’t when they’re not. If we can watch their behavior and accommodate their needs well have a happy, healthy child.

When Bottle feeding babies formula they should be held with their heads either on the left or on the right. That seems simple enough but their heads should also be alternated between each side. When babies are breast fed mothers alternate each breast and therefore the children have the opportunity to see their moms from both sides. Looking to the left and right helps the neurological system to develop appropriately and more quickly. Children who are bottle fed on just one side start out life with small deficits in their ability to observe the world from both sides which slow development.

Until your baby reaches 10 pounds shell probably not take more than 3 ounces. Offer the bottle every 2 to 3 hours and shell let you know when shes hungry. Don’t force her to eat more than shes willing. This will only over stretch her stomach which she wont be able to handle well. You may end up wearing the formula not long afterward.

When you are Bottle feeding babies formula you should also burp the baby every ounce to four ounces depending upon how many ounces the baby is taking and how old she is. Burping can be done while the baby is upright or lying down. Its a safe bet that burping while the baby is upright will help gravity to do most of the work for you. The goal is to release the air in your baby’s belly that gets there when hes drinking from the bottle.

Some parents prefer to pat while others prefer to rub the back. In either case the air will escape through the mouth listen for it. Don’t try to continue a feeding if the baby hasn’t burped. If you do you’ll likely be wearing most of the formula with the next burp or your baby will suffer from gas pains within 30 minutes after a feeding.

During both the conception process and throughout pregnancy it is important that hopeful moms maintain their physical well-being and as well as their psychological health.

This broad field of women’s health includes psychological issues surrounding mood, stress and relaxation, as well as physical areas such as infertility, nutrition, morning sickness, labor and delivery and more.

At Native Remedies you will find a comprehensive set of herbal remedies to help you manage conception and pregnancy – naturally and safely.

Homeopathy is the practice of disease treatment that involves the administration or application of minute dosages of naturally occurring substances to provide a healthier balance of internal chemistry. The interesting aspect of homeopathy is that the administration of these chemical substances in a healthy person will also produce the symptoms of the disease.

Often times homeopathic remedies are mistaken for chemicals that are safe and don’t cause interactions or are dangerous to the people who use them. This however, is not the case. Homeopathic remedies aren’t used for just one symptom but rather are prescribed by practitioners based on the overall symptoms, causes and the entire picture presented in the body.

The premise behind the use of homeopathic remedies is that like cures like. In other words when a person has symptoms a homeopathic practitioner would evaluate the entire presentation of symptoms and research what remedy would cause the symptoms. By taking this remedy in minute amounts homeopaths have found that a cure can be effected.

However, it is dangerous to prescribe these remedies for yourself. Because they are naturally found doesnt mean that they are safe. It would be like prescribe blood pressure medication without a full understanding of how they work and how they interact with other medical problems that might be present.

Homeopathic practitioners find that use of homeopathy medicine for childbirth has distinct advantages for the woman and child. Each pregnancy, labor and delivery are different and thus lend themselves to the application of remedies that must exactly fit the physical, emotional and mental state of the woman in labor and delivering her child.

There are usually medical alternatives for the homeopathic remedies prescribed but there may be a lower side effect profile for one or the other. For instance, physicians may prescribe pitocin to help strengthen contractions while a homeopathic practitioner may use Caulophyllum. Using either without adequate knowledge of the medication can cause damage to the mother and the baby.

There are several places to purchase homeopathic remedies online but without knowledge of the medications and their interactions with your medical issues, medications or pregnancy you can do significant damage to mother or baby. Just because the product is sold doesn’t mean that the product is safe. There are many products sold both in the store and online that aren’t regulated or approved by any governmental agency.

Homeopathy medicine for childbirth is an option that may help mother and baby have a safe and natural birth experience but only when the remedies are prescribed by practitioners who are knowledgeable about the products, their uses and interactions.

During both the conception process and throughout pregnancy it is important that hopeful moms maintain their physical well-being and as well as their psychological health.

This broad field of women’s health includes psychological issues surrounding mood, stress and relaxation, as well as physical areas such as infertility, nutrition, morning sickness, labor and delivery and more.

At Native Remedies you will find a comprehensive set of herbal remedies to help you manage conception and pregnancy – naturally and safely.

Experts believe that a miscarriage has several known causes. These causes include hormonal imbalances, viruses, genetic factors in the baby, systemic factors in the mother (such as lupus), infections or immunology causes like diabetes.

The signs of miscarriage will depend upon how long youve been pregnant. There are several guidelines you can follow. Once aspect of figuring out if you are having a miscarriage is to be aware of your signs of pregnancy. Many women have reactions to the increased hormone levels in their bodies that results in breast swelling and tenderness, abdominal bloating, urinary frequency, nausea, and dizziness. The absence of any of these symptoms in the beginning may not be a sign of miscarriage but having these symptoms that suddenly disappear can signal a miscarriage.

A threatened miscarriage can happen when a woman may have one or two signs of a miscarriage, such as spotting and cramping, but then carries the baby to term.

If you are 6 weeks pregnant the signs of an early miscarriage are often bleeding that looks like a heavy period. If you are at home you should try to save anything that is excreted that looks like tissue that can be red or gray in color. Place it in a jar and into the refrigerator for your doctor.

Signs of a miscarriage later in the first trimester, between 6 and 12 weeks will also include pain and cramping as well as bleeding. After 12 weeks you will likely have bleeding and pain that almost feels like you are going through labor.

Signs of a miscarriage that occur, cramping and bleeding or spotting, can result in a complete or incomplete miscarriage. In a complete miscarriage the doctor believes that all of the tissue has been expelled from the womans body. Miscarriages during the first trimester are more likely to be complete while miscarriages during the second trimester are more likely to be incomplete where tissue remains in the womans body and a D & C is necessary to prevent infection.

If you believe you may have had or are having a miscarriage you should contact your practitioner immediately. They will be able to confirm or deny the miscarriage using ultrasound.

In some cases when a woman is threatening a miscarriage the physician may be able to determine it is from an abnormally low hormone level and with correction and bed rest the pregnancy may end in the delivery of a healthy baby. Although there is no cure for a miscarriage the chances of a full term baby being delivered increase if you contact your practitioner when symptoms of miscarriage first begin so there is time to prescribe any treatment that may be possible.

Although the birth of your new baby is the culmination of more than 9 months of anticipation and preparation, many women fear the pain and exhaustion associated with labor and childbirth.

Childbirth is a completely natural event and the most unique and revered rite of passage that a woman can experience. At Natural Eco, we want to help you experience this special event with minimal pain as well as a strong, calm and positive frame of mind.

With good mental and physical preparation, strong emotional support during labor and the help of our natural remedies for childbirth, the birth of your child can be one of the most wonderful and defining experiences of your life.

Long before the advent of hospitals and modern allopathic medicine, herbs were used to prepare the mother safely for birth and to assist with the birth process itself.

Knowledge of these herbs was handed down from generation to generation and each community had its own midwives who were skilled in the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth.

NaturalEco Natures Birth Drops contain a combination of these herbs, specially chosen for their beneficial and therapeutic effect on the mother during labor. They facilitate strong and productive uterine contractions and a shorter labor, and assist with natural pain relief and provide a sense of calm during childbirth.

Use NaturalEco Natures Birth Drops to:

* Alleviate anxiety and stress during labor
* Naturally relieve pain during labor and childbirth
* Improve efficiency of contractions and expedite birth
* Facilitate an easy and positive childbirth experience
* Reduce inflammation and bleeding after delivery

What are the ingredients in NaturalEco Natures Birth Drops?

Natures Birth Drops contain the following proven herbal ingredients:

Stachys officinalis (Wood betony) is used for overcoming nervousness and is wonderfully calming and soothing for women in labor. This herb also has pain-relieving properties and is often used for migraines.

Blue Cohosh is also known as Papoose Root or Squaw Root due to its extensive use by Native American women for childbirth. Blue Cohosh is known to reduce pain during labor, at the same time improving the efficiency of contractions to speed up the birth process. This herb also alleviates anxiety.

Verbena officinalis is more commonly called Vervain or Wild Hyssop and comes from the Mediterranean region. It is well-known for its ability to relax tension and stress and relieve mild depression. It is used for painful menstruation and labor pains and will reduce nervousness, fever and prevent excessive bleeding. Verbena officinalis is also excellent for stimulating lactation, encouraging successful breast-feeding.

Pulsatilla vulgaris (Pasque Flower) is widely used for relief of nervous tension. It is also highly effective in treating pain and exhaustion in women. Pasque Flower’s analgesic properties are known to be particularly useful during childbirth. It is also recommended for improving ineffectual and weak contractions. Pasque Flower helps to improve mood and is also useful for preventing post-natal depression.

Raspberry leaves (Rubus idaeus) are known to be an excellent herbal supplement for pregnant women, especially those who are nearing the very end of their pregnancy. This ingredient improves the tone of the uterine ligaments and facilitates labor and delivery. Raspberry leaves will also prevent swelling and bleeding after the birth.

How do I use Natures Birth Drops?

NaturalEco herbal Birth Drops are for use during labor. Simply add approximately 1/4 cup of just-boiled water to 5-10 drops of tincture and allow to cool. Drink as is or dilute further in water or juice. May be repeated every hour if necessary.

Caution: Not recommended for use during pregnancy, except during labor. Use under supervision of your doctor, homeopath, naturopath, midwife or doula.

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What else can help?

Prepare yourself mentally, physically and spiritually for the birth by reading books on childbirth, joining a support group for pregnant women, speaking to mothers of children or your own mother or mother-in-law.

Take good care of yourself in the form of a balanced diet, getting enough rest, relieving stress, meditating and talking with your partner about the future.

Organize a birth plan including the place you would like to deliver, who should be present and your preferences of medical interventions in different circumstances.

A supportive environment at the birth has been shown to be one of the most important factors in the speed of delivery and how much pain the mother feels. Think carefully about who you would like to have present at the birth for support and consider a trained doula or birthing assistant.

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The test is only performed after 28 weeks gestation because before that the baby isn’t old enough to meet the test protocols and the doctor wont get an accurate result.

The mother arrives for the test very soon after having eaten and emptying her bladder. Right after a meal there is less of a chance that the baby is napping due to the increased activity of the mother and the increased amount of sugar available in the blood stream.

During the test a strap is placed over the mother belly to monitor the baby’s heart rate. Sometimes two straps are used in order to ensure the monitoring is accurate and picked up by the machine.

The test measures the anticipated increase in the baby’s heart rate after the baby has moved in the uterus. The expectation is that with movement the baby’s heart rate will increase to accommodate for the increased muscle movement. In a baby who is under oxygen debt there will not be the expected heart rate increases.

This test is completely non-invasive and doesn’t hurt the mother or the baby.

If the test doesn’t show at least two heart rate increases that last over 20 seconds in a 20 minute period of time the assumption is that the baby is napping and another test is done within an hour.

The physician wont wait to repeat a nonreactive prenatal non-stress test until the following day but rather will repeat it quickly to determine if the child requires intervention to prevent complications.

• Typically the prenatal Non-Stress Test is ordered during the third trimester in several instances:
• If you are over 41 weeks and dont have a scheduled delivery
• If you sense the baby isnt moving as much as he has been
• If your doctor suspects or knows there is a problem with the sufficiency of the placenta
• Or if you are at high risk for another reason

When a prenatal non-stress test is reactive or normal then research has shown that in most of these cases the baby isn’t at high risk for death in utero within the following five days. This is why the test should be repeated every four to five days. But, as with all tests, this is an estimation of what will happen. This test may overlook babies who require greater monitoring but may give a false negative for babies who dont require the extra care they receive.

When a negative prenatal non-stress test is determined the physician may order a contraction stress test. In this case a diluted amount of oxytocin is administered through an IV. There is enough to cause mild contractions but not induce labor. In fact, many mothers don’t even feel these contractions. However, in the uterus the baby does. When the mother has 3 contractions in 10 minutes and the baby’s heart rate doesn’t decelerate then the test is considered negative.

A reactive or normal prenatal non-stress test will tell your doctor that the blood flow and oxygen to the baby is adequate to meet the needs of your baby. A non-reactive test may indicate that your baby isn’t receive adequate amounts of oxygen or that the baby is sleeping or that mom is taking medication or nonprescription drugs that are interfering with the results. You and your doctor can determine what the next steps you will take if your baby has a nonreactive non-stress test.

During both the conception process and throughout pregnancy it is important that hopeful moms maintain their physical well-being and as well as their psychological health.

This broad field of women’s health includes psychological issues surrounding mood, stress and relaxation, as well as physical areas such as infertility, nutrition, morning sickness, labor and delivery and more.

At Native Remedies you will find a comprehensive set of herbal remedies to help you manage conception and pregnancy – naturally and safely.

When Ultram was first released it was released as a non-addictive pain killer. Then in 1996 Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, the manufacturer of Ultram, sent a warning letter to U.S. doctors that following actual experience by patients the drug was addictive and would develop dependence, withdrawal and possible abuse from patients.

Unfortunately, many women have suffered injuries or problems that require chronic pain medication to relieve their pain and allow them to function throughout the day. Pregnancy just muddies the waters for these women. Many times the chronic pain is back pain. A slowly enlarging belly coupled with medications that may affect the growing baby put these women in a tight spot.

Medications given to women who are pregnant fall into one of five Categories which range from Category A that has no effect on the baby to Category X that has demonstrated risk to the baby. Many women who suffer from chronic pain have used Ultram for years to help control the pain. Unfortunately Ultram is a Category C drug.

What this means is that Ultram falls into the category of medications that have been found to produce adverse effects on the babies of animals. There havent been controlled studies in women or studies in women and animals arent available. Category C drugs should be given only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the baby.

Ultram first trimester pregnancy pain relief appears to be contraindicated when looking at the animal studies. There have been no well-controlled studies in women but the animal studies have shown toxicity to the animal fetuses. There were some transient delays in development or behavior in the animals that were delivered.

Ultram first trimester pregnancy pain relief may best be put off until the second and third trimesters. Women who have taken Ultram chronically during pregnancy deliver babies who are dependent upon the medication and suffer withdrawal symptoms. Utram crosses the placenta and is found at 80% in the cord blood in women given Ultram during labor. There have been no studies that show the effect of Ultram on the later growth, development and functional maturation of the child.

During digestion the foods we eat are metabolized to simple sugars. Insulin is used to transport the sugar into the cells for energy. But, when a women experiences the effects of gestational diabetes her body becomes resistant to the insulin that is produced and her body then turns to fat for energy.

This change in metabolism produces acid ketones which are excreted through the kidneys and urine. Some research has shown that ketones may affect the neurological development of the growing baby. Several studies have shown that babies exposed to untreated second pregnancy gestational diabetes suffer from lower IQ and an increased risk of obesity as they grow older.

The jury is out as to what of the effects of gestational diabetes actually changes the neurological development of these children. The theory is that it could be the ketones that are produced from the metabolism of fat.

Women who have second pregnancy gestational diabetes often have very little symptoms that differ from the pregnancy itself. For this reason all women are screened with a simple blood sugar test between weeks 24 and 28. Those women who also have high risk factors for development of this condition will undergo a 5 hour glucose tolerance test to confirm or deny the presence of gestational diabetes.

One of those risk factors is having had gestational diabetes during a previous pregnancy. In a second pregnancy researchers have found that women run a risk of developing gestational diabetes by 30 50%. And those that do will develop type 2 diabetes later in life between 6 and 60% of the time. This large span is accounted for by the difference in numerical values attributed to gestational diabetes and the diagnosis of the condition.

Other risk factors of developing second pregnancy gestational diabetes is being obese before conception, a family history of type 2 diabetes, a previous stillbirth, a previous baby born larger than 9 pounds, or having too much amniotic fluid.

Researchers have found that exercise is an excellent way of decreasing the risk of second pregnancy gestational diabetes. Women who are obese at conception of their second pregnancy are at a higher risk of experiencing second pregnancy gestational diabetes. However, exercising while fasting can prove to be dangerous and you should always consult with your doctor before including exercise in your pregnancy regimen.

Women with second pregnancy gestational diabetes must follow a strict dietary protocol to support the growth of their new baby and decrease the risks and complications of gestational diabetes on themselves and their new child. Women should also be screened frequently for blood glucose level to monitor the control of their second pregnancy gestational diabetes.

Second pregnancy gestational diabetes is managed much the same as any gestational diabetes. Women should monitor their sugar daily, exercise, be on a strict nutritional intake, monitor your weight gain and potentially take insulin. Using these techniques, as prescribed by your physician and supported through a dietitian, you will be able to manage your gestational diabetes so your risks of complications falls significantly.

Diabetonic Tissue Salts is safe, proven and effective supplement for anyone with diabetes. Diabetonic can safely be taken with your prescription medication for diabetes. Taken regularly, this remedy will help to keep sugar levels stable and reduce the craving for sweet foods.

Tissue salts are easy to take, pleasant tasting and even children love to take them, and are completely safe during pregnancy, nursing and for children and babies of all ages and free of side effects.

Regular use of Diabetonic ensures systemic balance of biochemic tissue salts in the body, optimizes health at the cellular level, relieves symptoms of disease, restores health and vitality, optimizes the therapeutic effects of other remedies by improving systemic functioning and metabolism.  Formulated by a clinical psychologist, Diabetonic is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.

The history of herb usage in pregnancy

As you enter the last few weeks before your due date you may begin to feel apprehensive about the impending birth even though you are excited and looking forward to meeting the new addition to your family. Nervousness about labor and birth is completely normal for all expecting mothers but can often be more pronounced if this is your first child.

Long before the advent of hospitals and modern allopathic medicine, certain herbs were used to safely prepare the mother for birth. Knowledge of these herbs was handed down from generation to generation and each community had its own midwives who were skilled in the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth.

The ancient wisdom of the use of herbalism in childbirth has been largely lost in Western society and although modern medicine has helped to eliminate some of the problems associated with childbirth, it has brought its own problems too.

Modern day pregnancy and propartum drops

In modern hospitals, pregnancy and childbirth are often seen as medical ‘conditions’ to be managed almost like illnesses rather than as normal, healthy processes that are part of everyday life.

There are more and more women who are turning away from the medical approach to birth and choosing to give birth naturally. This has resulted in a renewed interest in herbs traditionally used during childbirth.

Propartum Drops contain specially chosen herbs that are known for their ability to prepare and tone the uterus for birth and calm the mother-to-be, resulting in a shorter and safer birth.

Use NaturalEcos Propartum Drops to:

* Prepare the uterus for labor and birth
* Allay anxiety and fear about the delivery
* Prevent complications of birth naturally
* Improve the physical and mental endurance necessary for labor
* Facilitate an easy, positive childbirth experience

Propartum Drops contain the following proven ingredients:

Squaw Vine (Mitchella repens) is an herbal remedy known to be very effective in preparing the body for a safe labor and birth. Native Americans have used this plant to facilitate childbirth for many centuries. This herb improves contractions for an easier and shorter labor, decreases pain and calms nervousness.

Raspberry leaves (Rubus idaeus) are known to be an excellent herbal supplement for pregnant women, especially those who are nearing the very end of their pregnancy. This herb improves the tone of the uterine ligaments, optimizes the health of mother and growing baby, prevents premature birth and facilitates labor and delivery. Raspberry leaves will also help to prevent swelling and bleeding after the birth.

Passiflora incarnata also called Passion Flower – is used as a natural sedative and can relieve anxiety and nervousness as well as pain experienced during labor. Passiflora will help reduce fear about the impending birth and is also valuable for its balancing effects on blood pressure.

Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) is a powerful anti-inflammatory herb and an excellent tonic for the uterus and for stimulation of contractions. It can increase endurance and vitality necessary for the labor process and is very useful for combating stress. In traditional use, licorice root tea has been used successfully for reducing fever during childbirth and aiding the easy delivery of the newborn as well as the placenta.

Testimonials

‘As much as I wanted a child I had put off getting pregnant for years due to fear of pregnancy and childbirth and doubts about whether I would cope! When I finally did get pregnant (by mistake!) I realized that I had to prepare for labor and birth in a positive and pro-active way and take measures to overcome my fears. I joined a group for pregnant women which was very helpful and I found great support in speaking to others going through the same things that I was experiencing. One of the friends I met in this group who was pregnant for the third time suggested your Propartum Drops to me when she heard about my anxiety. I took them for the three weeks before my due date and found myself feeling calmer and more in control. When I went into labor I was a lot more relaxed than I could have ever imagined I would be and the whole process went really smoothly. I now have the most beautiful baby boy to show for my pregnancy and I can’t imagine how I would have done it without your wonder-drops! Thank you so much Natural Eco!’ Proud new mom, Helena G.

‘I want to let you know how much I love your products and especially want to mention the Propartum Drops which I think helped me the most. My first childbirth was a harrowing experience and something that I vowed I would never go through again. Because we were desperate for a second child as well as the fact that time fades memories and so many women told me how much better the second labor is compared to the first, I changed my mind and got pregnant again. I took a number of your remedies through my pregnancy and loved all of them. The Propartum Drops have a special place in my heart though due to their amazing effectiveness at reducing my anxiety and helping me get through the delivery with very little pain and without any hitches.’ Gina, IL.

How do I use Propartum Drops?

Add approximately � cup just boiled water to 15 drops of tincture and allow to cool. Drink as is or diluted in juice or water. Use three times daily during the last two to three weeks of pregnancy.

Note: Propartum Drops are for use during the last 2-3 weeks before due date only and should be used under the supervision of a doctor, homeopath, naturopath, midwife or doula.

What else can help?

Prepare yourself mentally, physically and spiritually for the birth by reading books on childbirth, joining a support group for pregnant women, speaking to other mothers or even your own mother or mother-in-law.

Take good care of yourself in the form of a balanced diet, getting enough rest, relieving stress, meditating and talking with your partner about the future. This will be invaluable in preparing yourself for labor, birth and parenthood.

Organize a birth plan including the place you would like to deliver (e.g. home, birthing center or hospital), who should be present and your preferences of medical interventions in different circumstances.

A supportive environment at the birth has been shown to be one of the most important factors in the speed of delivery and how much pain the mother feels. Think carefully about who you would like to have present at the birth for support and consider a trained doula or birthing assistant.

Propartum Drops are manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

Propartum Drops are backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Deciding whether to breastfeed your baby is an important decision as it will dictate your routine once the baby is born and will affect your child’s health in the future.

New mothers want to give their babies the very best of everything and breast milk can’t be beaten as a perfect first food for your child.

Modern research has shown that breast milk is the perfect nourishment for babies as it not only contains all the nutritional requirements in ideal proportions, but also provides protection from disease and illness in the form of antibodies from the mother’s own immune system.

Babies who have been breast-fed have been shown to be healthier and have fewer infections, allergies, general medical problems and hospital admissions than those who are bottle (formula) fed. Breastfeeding is also a wonderful way to bond with and feel close to your new baby.

What if I am having trouble breastfeeding?

Nursing your infant does not always come as naturally and easily as one would hope and many women have difficulties learning the art of breastfeeding. Sometimes the problem lies in technique. In this case, a breastfeeding consultant is usually on hand at birthing centers to get you on the right track.

However, sometimes new mothers feel that they don’t have enough milk for their baby’s needs or that the milk is not flowing easily. This can become a distressing problem, especially when your child is hungry and suckling with all his/her might to no avail.

Are synthetic drugs safe?

Many doctors prescribe certain varieties of synthetic antidepressants or digestive medicines to mothers trying to increase the production of milk because they have the known side effect of increasing lactation.

While these drugs can be effective, they have not been specifically formulated to increase lactation, which means their use for this purpose has not been scientifically assessed.

Besides the ‘side effect’ of increasing milk production, other side effects have been documented. It is therefore our opinion that the use of synthetic drugs, especially during nursing, needs to be carefully considered and researched before a decision is made – especially when there are safer alternatives.

What are Natures Milk Drops?

Natures Milk drops are a 100% natural remedy containing herbal ingredients specially chosen for their abilities to increase the production of breast milk and promote healthy flow.

Regular use of Natures Milk after delivery will help to get your breastfeeding routine running smoothly as soon as possible, helping both you and your baby to enjoy the special health and emotional benefits that breastfeeding brings!

Use NaturalEco Natures Milk Herbal Drops to:

* Increase production of breast milk
* Promote the healthy flow of milk
* Reduce environmental pollutants passed into breast milk
* Naturally balance the blood sugar
* Act as a digestive tonic for mother and baby and to prevent constipation

Natures Milk Drops contain the following proven ingredients:

Galega officinalis is a naturopathic “galactogogue” which encourages both the beginning of milk production after childbirth and increases total milk volume. This ingredient is also good for balancing blood sugar and is thus of particular use to women with diabetes or insulin resistance.

Silybum marianus (Milk Thistle) has been used since ancient times for treating a variety of ailments and is most widely known for its positive effects on liver functioning and breastfeeding. Milk Thistle is excellent for promoting the production of breast milk in nursing mothers and, due to its liver tonic properties, has also been shown to reduce the amounts of synthetic substances from the environment, like pollution and pesticides, in mothers’ milk.

Trigonella foenum-graecum (Fenugreek) is one of the oldest medicinal herbs and has documented use in Ancient Egyptian history and Chinese Traditional Medicine. Fenugreek seed has been used to increase milk production since biblical times as it contains phytoestrogens, which are natural plant chemicals that mimic female hormones. Fenugreek has been clinically shown to increase a nursing mother’s milk supply within 24 to 72 hours after first taking the herb.

Borago officinalis (Borage) is a soothing, anti-inflammatory herb excellent for women recovering from childbirth. It also stimulates the flow of breast milk and acts as a digestive tonic to prevent digestive problems such as constipation.

Testimonials

‘I was very worried about whether I would be able to breastfeed successfully as I have seen how some of my friends with babies had to give up because their milk just didn’t seem to be enough. I know they always say to keep trying but I think it just became too frustrating and traumatic for them to see their babies hungry and not being able to feed them properly.

I really wanted my son to have all the advantages of breastfeeding and decided to try your Natur’s Milk Drops. I was really thrilled with the results as I seemed to have a good supply of colostrum, and then milk, from the outset. The relief of being able to bond with my child in this special way without the anxiety and difficulties I was expecting was great. Thank you so much for a natural product that really works!’ Anita P.

‘Your Nature’s Milk Drops are fantastic- for the first few days after giving birth I had very little milk and was beginning to feel stressed out and desperate. My midwife recommended your product and within 48 hours my milk flow really took off! Thanks for such a great range of products that really help women like me!’ Caitlin, GA

How do I use Natures Milk Herbal Drops?

Add approximately � cup of just boiled water to 15 drops of tincture and allow to cool. Drink as is or diluted further in juice. Use three times daily.

What else can help?

If you are having trouble breastfeeding, first know that you are not alone. Breastfeeding is a skill to be learnt and doesn’t come naturally to many women. Problems with latching your baby, technique and milk volume are extremely common. A breastfeeding consultant will be able to help you with difficulties of technique and positioning as well as provide support, advice and encouragement.

If your milk supply seems low, perseverance is also key as the frequent suckling action of your baby nursing will actually stimulate your body to produce more milk.

Try to get as much rest as possible by sleeping when your baby is taking a nap. Make resting your priority and don’t worry too much about housework at this stage.

Pay attention to your diet and nutrition levels. This is especially important if you are breastfeeding. Eat plenty of fresh, nutritious and raw fruit and vegetables, sufficient good quality protein and healthy non-processed carbohydrates. Don’t forget to drink at least 8 glasses of preferably filtered or natural spring water daily. Avoid caffeine, chocolate, excess sugar and alcohol.

The investment into getting it right will be worth it in terms of the future health of your child as well as the opportunity to create that special, deep bond with your baby.

Natures Milk Drops are manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

Natures Milk Drops are backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Spending time in the bath during early labor is very relaxing and helps to soothe the mother and promote contractions. When aromatherapy oils are added to the bath water they create an additional benefit and can further help promote relaxation as well as stimulate contractions and speed up the process naturally.

Tranquil Aromatic BirthBath is formulated according to the therapeutic principles of aromatherapy and contains natural essential oils of Clary Sage, Clove, Neroli and Jasmine for relaxation, pain relief and promotion of efficient labor.

How do I use Tranquil Aromatic BirthBath?

Pour half to one capful under hot running water and relax in the bath during the first stage of labor for as long as is desired.

Use NaturalEco Tranquil Aromatic BirthBath to:

* To encourage relaxation during childbirth
* To stimulate regular and effective contractions and speed up labor
* To reduce fear and anxiety, bringing clarity to the mind.
* To relieve pain naturally during labor
* To promote breast-milk production
* For a pampering and uplifting aromatic experience

What are the ingredients in Tranquil Aromatic BirthBath?

This therapeutic bath oil contains the following pure essential aromatherapy oils of Clary Sage, Clove, Jasmine and Neroli in a natural vegetable carrier oil.

Clary Sage oil strengthens the respiratory and muscular systems during labor while facilitating regular, effective contractions to speed up the process. This essential oil also relieves pain and tension.

Neroli oil brightens the spirit and brings clarity to the mind. This essential oil improves circulation throughout the body and reduces fear and anxiety.

Jasmine Oil dulls uterine pain, strengthens contractions during labor and promotes healthy production of breast-milk.

Clove essential oil stimulates contractions, facilitating the birth process. This oil is useful for its antiseptic properties and will also prevent nausea and vomiting sometimes experienced during labor.

Testimonials

‘I used your Tranquil BirthBath product when I was in labor with my son 2 months ago. I have been using it for my bath whenever I get a chance now and the fragrance brings back the most vivid and precious memories of that challenging yet very special night that Julian was born. Thank you for your lovely products- I am a BIG fan!’ Tori, AL

‘Tranquil BirthBath and Heavenly Labor Massage Oil made my childbirth experience a lot more manageable than what I could have imagined and compared to the stories I have heard from friends. I took a long, relaxing bath during the first stage of my labor with Tranquil BirthBath which was just divine and I felt very relaxed and positive. Would you believe that I even fell asleep in the bath during labor! The Massage oil was lovely too- you can’t imagine how much having my husband massage my lower back relieved the labor pains. Thank you for helping me to have a beautiful, natural childbirth experience!’ Sherrie, SD

What else is important?

Prepare yourself mentally, physically and spiritually for the birth by reading books on childbirth, joining a support group for pregnant women, speaking to mothers of children or your own mother or mother-in-law.

Taking good care of yourself in the form of a balanced diet, getting enough rest, relieving stress, meditating and talking with your partner about the future will be invaluable in preparing yourself for labor, birth and parenthood.

Organize a birth plan including the place you would like to deliver, who should be present and your preferences of medical interventions in different circumstances.

A supportive environment at the birth has been shown to be one of the most important factors in the speed of delivery and how much pain the mother feels. Think carefully about who you would like to have present at the birth for support and consider a trained doula or birthing assistant.

Tranquil Aromatic BirthBath is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

Tranquil Aromatic BirthBath is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Now that the early and unsettled days of the first trimester have passed and your pregnancy is well-established, it is time for you to look after your own physical health, psychological well-being and spiritual balance.

The second trimester is often described as the best time of pregnancy. Many women in their second trimester feel fit and full of energy. This is the period when your hair shines and your skin glows and you can show off your bump with pride!

Your baby is growing within you and you will feel the first signs of life. Now it is important to nurture and care for yourself and also to prepare for the last stage of pregnancy.

Mindstill essence helps to still the mind and find one’s inner center, creating space for the facilitation of the life force, dreaming and female wisdom and harnessing the procreative force.

At the same time it frees the inner child to laugh and experience joy and playfulness, enabling a feeling of security and freedom.

What is MindStill Essence?

MindStill Essence contains the following pure and undiluted flower essences in our unique 100% natural formula:

Pink Watsonia essence brings quietness and clarity to the mind and is most useful when feeling torn in several directions or feeling pressure from the opinions of others. Pink Watsonia will help the individual to find her own true center and fulfillment.

Pomegranate essence is wonderful for helping attain a balance between your roles in the home and at work as well as your need for personal fulfillment. This essence will allow your creativity to be freed and acts as a general tonic for pregnancy as well as any sexual difficulties.

Zinnia essence frees the inner child and brings laughter, wonder in ones surroundings and a carefree mentality. It facilitates play and joyfulness and is particularly useful for helping adults relate to children.

Cape Almond helps to ground the individual and find one’s spiritual center and inner personal strength. This essence soothes fear of the unknown as well as anxieties and insecurities about ones own ability to succeed.

Arum Lily essence will address imbalance in yin/yang energy and thereby strengthens self-knowledge and endow a sense of personal empowerment. This flower essence also brings resolution to personal conflict as well as conflict within relationships.

Corn essence links the spiritual world with the earth and keeps one grounded while at the same time allowing spiritual growth. This essence brings inner strength, space and peace especially in individuals who are experiencing stress and difficulties associated with a lack of personal space.

Yarrow strengthens the aura and protects it from negativity and disruption. Yarrow flower essence also brings light into the chakras.

(MindStill Essence contains no animal products, gluten, artificial flavors, colors or preservatives)

How do I use MindStill Essence?

MindStill Essence comes in a 15 ml liquid infusion of stock strength, hand-bottled flower essences and should be taken after being diluted as below.

Dosage:

Add 1/4 cup just boiled water to 7 drops. Allow to cool and take 4 – 7 times daily.

Use MindStill Essence to:

* Still your mind and find your spiritual center.
* Create inner space for facilitation of the life force, dreaming and female wisdom.
* Free the inner child, encourage laughter and experience the joy of playfulness.
* Enable a feeling of security and freedom.

Testimonials

‘After I used your Creation Essence in my first trimester, I was convinced that your flower essences are just the thing for bringing balance, serenity and clarity into this roller-coaster ride we call pregnancy. I ordered MindStill Essence in plenty of time for this second stage of my journey and was just as impressed and grateful as I had been after using the Creation Essence. I felt calm, optimistic and sure of myself even when my mother-in-law started telling me how to run my life! It is safe to say that I have experienced the most radiant time of my life in the last several weeks; both physically and emotionally.’ Catherine, FL

‘Thank you for your wonderful MindStill Essence! As this is my first pregnancy, the concept of motherhood and having a child of my own is completely new to me. I have been feeling completely daunted and my mind was constantly racing about things I needed to do, people I needed to call and errands I had to run. After starting your MindStill Essence I felt as though things became clearer and my priorities shifted. I realized that now is a time to look after myself and be looked after by those who love me. Sure, there is plenty to do in preparation for a new baby but there is also plenty of time, and my own health and the well-being of the little one are more important than choosing the perfect color for the nursery walls!’ Sharon, NY

What else is important?

Stress-coping and relaxation techniques such as meditation will allow you to become more in touch with your inner being and your visions of motherhood as well as improve your ability to deflect the stress and chaos of everyday life from affecting the integrity of your dreams and well-being.

Avoid all alcohol, cigarette smoke and raw seafood i.e. sushi.

Feeding your body adequate quantities of fresh, healthy varied foods will impart optimum physical and psychological health to you and your unborn child.

Remember to see your health care practitioner regularly to monitor your own health as well as the development and growth of your baby.

MindStill Flower Essence is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

MindStill Flower Essence is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

How can Creation Essence help you?

The pure Flower and Gem Essences in this unique conception formula have all been chosen according to their valuable properties for women who are planning to conceive.

From flowers come seeds and flowers are therefore strongly linked with fertility. This combination of flower and gem essences will balance the emotions by creating inner serenity and grounding in preparation for conception and pregnancy.

Stress, anxiety and unspoken fears may all impact on the ability to conceive and carry a healthy pregnancy. Both pregnancy and parenthood bring many emotional changes and may sometimes prove difficult and frustrating.

Creation Essence will allow you to balance your emotional well-being, remove negative energies, open up your creative life force and prepare you with a calm yet joyful anticipation of what lies ahead.

What is Creation Essence?

NaturalEco Creation Essence contains the following pure and undiluted flower essences in our unique 100% natural formula:

Maidenhair Fern improves sensitivity to the soul and encourages female intuition. Any change in direction of the life path can be smoothed by the clarity of mind and feelings that Maidenhair Fern imparts on the individual. This essence cultivates the asset of intuition and allows a deeper reliance on your own gut-feelings and the knowledge of the soul, reducing the need for external input and approval.

Peach teaches selflessness and concern for the well-being of others. A pattern of self-involvement or difficulty in showing or receiving love and affection may often have its roots in past grief or rejection. Peach essence will unblock these hindrances to being truly nurturing and compassionate.

Wild Garlic helps to protect the auric field which may become vulnerable during times of change and transition. Lack of energy, self-knowledge and motivation can all be helped with the essence of Wild Garlic which will facilitate feelings of groundedness and vision, increasing emotional courage and strength.

Bell Gardenia restores vital energy and zest for life in those who suffer from apathy or loss of interest in the world around them. This essence will address repressed fears and emotions which are blocking the individual’s path to joy and conscious involvement in life and pregnancy.

Baeometra is a revitalizing essence for individuals suffering from fatigue and lack of energy. This essence will address exhaustion by restoring you to a state of enthusiasm and zest for life. Feeling overwhelmed is common in this part of pregnancy and Baeometra is the ideal essence to lift alleviate these emotions, bringing new optimism and lust for life.

Chestnut facilitates a still and quiet mind when worrisome thoughts and anxiety invade the calm of the spirit. This essence enhances psychic abilities and is an excellent aid to meditation and mental clarity.

Cucumber is a rebalancing essence for those who are troubled by negativism and end up withdrawing from those around them. Cucumber essence will encourage clearer perception and renew hope and vitality.

(Creation Essence contains no animal products, gluten, artificial flavors, colors or preservatives)

How do I use Creation Essence?

Creation Essence comes in a 15 ml liquid infusion of stock strength, hand-bottled flower essences and should be taken after being diluted as below.

Directions:

Add 1/4 cup just boiled water to 7 drops. Allow to cool and take 4 – 7 times daily.

One or two drops of the undiluted essence may also be added to the bath tub or applied on the finger to the temples, forehead, throat, inner wrists or ankles.

Use Creation Flower Essence to:

* Restore a sense of peace and serenity during the tumultuous days of the first trimester.
* Allow joyful participation in the early development of your pregnancy.
* Protect the aura during this potentially vulnerable time of change and transition.
* Facilitate true understanding of the soul’s purpose.

Testimonials

‘Before I got pregnant I had been taking prescription anti-depressants for years. When we conceived I had to stop using these drugs and wanted to take only the most natural and safest remedies for balancing my emotions in order to allow my unborn baby to grow and develop in a perfect environment of physical and emotional balance. I ordered your Creation Essence to take alongside Triple Complex Mood Tonic (which I had been using before and love!) as soon as I saw the positive result on the pregnancy test. My entire pregnancy I felt calm, happy and in touch with the new little life growing in my belly. Being pregnant was a complete joy- almost as wonderful as having my beautiful new baby boy!’ Jacqui, USA

‘Like many people, I find it difficult to cope with change and although I had been hoping to have a baby, when I did get pregnant everything began to feel a little out of control. I tried your Creation Essence and could feel a change almost immediately. Day by day I felt strengthened and found new clarity about my future as a mother. Thank you NaturalEco- your flower essences made all the difference!’ Sara, VT

What else is important?

1. Stress-coping and relaxation techniques such as meditation will allow you to become more in touch with your inner being and your visions of motherhood as well as improving your ability to deflect the stress and chaos of everyday life from affecting the integrity of your dreams and well-being.

2. Avoid all alcohol, cigarette smoke and raw seafood i.e. sushi.

3. Feeding your body adequate quantities of fresh, healthy varied foods will impart optimum physical and psychological health to you and your unborn child.

4. Remember to see your health care practitioner regularly to monitor your own health as well as the development and growth of your baby.

Creation Flower Essence is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

Creation Flower Essence is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Most obstetricians, midwives and other obstetrical caregivers will tell a woman that during pregnancy she needs to avoid:

·    Alcohol

·    Abuse (emotional, physical or mental)

·    Drugs of any kind prescription or non-prescription without the approval of the doctor caring for her pregnancy. Obviously if she has a medical condition and is taking medication for her obstetrical caregiver will verify that what she is taking is safe for her to take during pregnancy. She must also avoid any herbal, or other dietary supplements during pregnancy unless cleared by her obstetrical doctor as well as any street or recreational drugs especially Ecstasy and Marijuana, and Methamphetamine.

·    Hazardous substances including mercury

·    Rodents

·    Smoking any tobacco product

·    Stress

She needs to avoid alcohol because if she continues to drink alcohol in any amount while she is pregnant she is risking her baby’s physical and mental health. The baby can be born with physical and or mental birth defects. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a serious condition that the baby can develop if the mom drinks alcohol while pregnant. FAS are the leading cause of mental retardation and are preventable by avoiding alcohol while pregnant.

If she smokes any tobacco products she needs to quit preferably before becoming pregnant because the chemicals from smoking tobacco products can cause the baby to lack the oxygen needed and will cause the baby to grow more slowly and also to gain less weight than the typical baby gains in utero. The act of smoking while pregnant has been linked to pregnancy complications including preterm birth.

She should avoid over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbal preparations and street drugs especially those named previously in this article because these drugs and herbal remedies can cause birth defects or babies who are born with low-birth weight. If you take or have taken any of these before or during this pregnancy speak with your doctor or other medical professional caring for your pregnancy to be sure that there is no harm being done to your baby.

Certain medications are especially harmful during the early weeks when your baby’s body is forming including Accutane, a acne drug, Soriatane a psoriasis drug and Thalomid a drug used to treat multiple myeloma and is used to treat certain AIDS or leprosy cases.

Abuse during pregnancy is harmful for both the mom-to-be and her unborn baby. Any kind of abuse is never ok pregnant or not; but abuse especially physical abuse can place the unborn baby in grave danger because it can lead to physical injuries, premature birth and also low-birth weight.

She should avoid hazardous substances such as cleaners, paints, pesticides, and solvents, lead in water and paint, carbon monoxide, mercury, paint thinners, benzene and formaldehyde. These substances can cause birth defects and also increase her risk for miscarriage.

She should avoid rodents including hamsters, mice, guinea pigs, rats etc., because according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention rodents can carry diseases and harm your baby. Especially harmful is the lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus, which is an infection that can cause severe illness to an unborn child.

She should avoid if all possible extremely high levels of stress because such levels can contribute to low-birth weight in full-term babies or preterm birth and premature babies. Events that may be creating severe stress include loss of a job, death of a loved one or close friend, and divorce or loss of a close relationship.

Morning sickness is also a bit of a misnomer since the nausea or vomiting can happen at any time of the day. This is one reason why some women try Nexium morning sickness relief.

The exact cause isnt known but researchers believe that its linked to your bodys response to the new hormones associated with pregnancy. Blood tests have shown that women who have morning sickness also tend to have higher levels of hormones than those women who dont. Research has also found that women who do suffer from morning sickness also have a lower rate of miscarriage and that women who develop nausea from birth control pills will also develop morning sickness.

Nexium morning sickness relief isnt your best first option. There are several home remedies for morning sickness that many women have found relief using.
Before getting out of bed in the morning eat several dry saltine crackers and lay in bed for 10 minutes to allow your body to adjust to being awake without being up.
Eat six small meals a day. Dont eat three big meals and stretch the stomach. Another option is to graze throughout the day.
Keep saltines with you because you dont want your stomach to ever get completely empty.
Keep yourself hydrated. If you are vomiting drink water in small sips during times when you are keeping food and water down.
Eat foods that are bland and without spices. Even if they look good to your eyes they may not feel good in the stomach. Stay away from salt and pepper and any other salty foods. And avoid rich and fatty foods that take longer for your stomach to digest.
Use prenatal vitamins without the iron or switch brands to see if the symptoms grow milder or disappear.
Avoid smells dont cook, dont go into restaurants that have a lot of odor.
Eat sweets only sparingly.

Nexium morning sickness relief is recommended only when there are no other options that are working and relief is clearly needed. Morning sickness is uncomfortable and hard to live through but it isnt life threatening and doesnt require too much intervention unless the condition is causing dehydration and significant weight loss.

Medications that are used during pregnancy are placed into specific categories based on the effect the drug can potentially have on the unborn child. The categories range from A through X. Nexium is in Category B. Animal studies of Nexium during pregnancy of animals havent shown any adverse affect on the babies but animal studies in pregnancy dont translate well into human subjects. And, there have been no well-controlled studies done in pregnant women.

For these reasons the drug company advises : Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used
during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

Thankfully, morning sickness usually dissipates by the 12th week of pregnancy in 50% of sufferers and in 90% by the end of the fourth month. Discuss the use of Nexium morning sickness option with your physician before considering this choice. Never take someone elses medication and dont take anything without first consulting your doctor. You control the health and future of your child with every medication you take.

The calming and pain-relieving powers of touch for women during labor are well-known. Gentle massage at the time of labor will help to relax the mother, aid in the production of endorphins or “feel-good hormones”, relieve pain and promote healthy contractions.

Touch and massage are also reassuring and help the mother feel safe and cared for – an important component of a happy, healthy birth and preparing the mother for bonding with her baby.

HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil contains essential therapeutic oils of Clary Sage, Lavender and Jasmine to soothe and relax, relieve labor and back pains and promote healthy contractions. It is very effective when used along with a gentle massage of the abdomen or lower back area during labor.

Use NaturalEco HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil to:

* Relieve pain and increase relaxation naturally during labor
* Relieve muscular and emotional tension during labor
* Massage and soothe the mother with gentle touch
* Stimulate strong and regular contractions for a shorter labor
* Increase feelings of optimism and well-being

What are the ingredients of HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil?

HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil contains pure essential oils of Clary Sage, Lavender and Jasmine in a natural, vegetable carrier oil.

Clary Sage Oil strengthens the respiratory and muscular systems during labor and facilitates regular, effective contractions which speed up the birth process. This essential oil also relieves pain and tension.

Lavender Oil dulls and eases uterine pain and also increases the strength of contractions while calming the mother. Lavender can promote relaxation and prevent and reduce nausea.

Jasmine Oil improves strength and efficiency of contractions, reduces labor pains and increases breast-milk supply.

How do I use HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil?

Place bottle in a container of hot (not boiling) water to warm. Pour approximately 5 ml onto hands and massage slowly and gently onto the back and abdominal areas during labor. Listen to the mother and continue for as long as needed.

Caution: Not for use during pregnancy, except during labor. Not intended for infants.

Testimonials

‘Your HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil is just what the name says it is: absolutely divine! After seeing how much massaging my sister with this oil helped her when she was in labor, I bought it for myself now that I am the one expecting. I am really looking forward to having this wonderful product to help me through labor. I know the memories this aromatic oil brings back always fill me with strength after having been at my sister’s side during the birth of her son.’ Carolyn G, MA

‘Tranquil BirthBath and HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil were wonderful to use when I was having my baby and I want to recommend them to other mothers! During labor I relaxed in the bath and it really helped to relax me. My midwife used the massage oil afterwards and it helped so much with my back pain. Thank you for all your amazing products for pregnancy and for all the information and support!’ Dulcie

What else is important?

Prepare yourself mentally, physically and spiritually for the birth by reading books on childbirth, joining a support group for pregnant women, speaking to mothers of children or your own mother or mother-in-law.

Taking good care of yourself in the form of a balanced diet, getting enough rest, relieving stress, meditating and talking with your partner about the future will be invaluable in preparing yourself for labor, birth and parenthood.

Organize a birth plan including the place you would like to deliver, who should be present and your preferences of medical interventions in different circumstances.

A supportive environment at the birth has been shown to be one of the most important factors in the speed of delivery and how much pain the mother feels. Think carefully about who you would like to have present at the birth for support and consider a trained doula or birthing assistant.

HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

HeavenlyLabor Massage Oil is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Have you heard of mercury? It is an element in the periodic table that’s really carcinogenic. For many, many years it was the alloy utilized in thermometers. Only, when a thermometer broke, the mercury would pour out and could induce sickness for those who came in contact with it.

There’s a type of mercury that’s found in canned fish and some fresh fish. It’s named methyl mercury. Fish pick it up from water contamination. Factories and mines have this type of mercury in the smoke that’s emitted from the processes going on within. Even volcanic activity may produce this type of mercury.

Across time, this pollution that enters the air eventually makes it into the lakes, rivers and streams. The quantity of mercury and methyl mercury in the water itself is minimal and within standards. The trouble arrives once that mercury enters the food chain.

Mercury and the aquatic food chain

Here is how it works out. The algae in the water absorb the methyl mercury. Other organisms in the water nibble on this algae or live inside it. Small fish consume the littler organisms and take in the mercury compound. Can you envision where we’re going with this?

Each successive level of the food chain takes in a bit more of the mercury into their bodies. The mercury is hived away in the muscle of the fish, which is what we consume. Regrettably, fish fall prey to what we term “bioaccumulation.” Additional mercury is hived away in the bodies of the fish higher in the food chain that live longer.

Mercury is eliminated slowly from the bodies of fish. If you consume canned tuna for instance, you’ll get more methyl mercury than if you were to consume an oyster or a smaller fish.

Pregnancy and canned fish

While seafood and fish furnish plenty of required vitamins and minerals to the body, they may likewise present a risk. For this reason, pregnant women are advised not to consume much fish and seafood during their pregnancy. The presence of mercury in the body may be poisonous to unborn fetuses and likewise small kids.

It’s suggested that a pregnant woman consume less than 6 oz.s of canned fish like tuna per week because of the potential mercury content. Fish that are on the “Do Not Eat” list are bigger ones like shark, dolphin, swordfish, and king mackerel. Alternatively try smaller fish and other seafood like shrimp or salmon.

Fish is a crucial part of a salubrious diet but there may be a mercury issue for expectant women. Confer with your obstetrician about how much and which types of fish are safest for you.

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What is PureMother Essence and how can it help you?

The period immediately following childbirth can be a whirlwind of emotions from relief and complete exhaustion to nervousness, excitement, indescribable joy and contentment. For first-time mothers there are many unknowns and most women experience concern over their ability to be a good mother, relate to and care for their new child.

In the first days and weeks after the birth there are many new things to get used to as your baby dictates your new priorities and a new routine. At times you may feel overwhelmed, tearful, trapped or excessively worried. Your hormones will be all over the place as your body adjusts to your sudden “non-pregnant” state and this can further affect your emotions, physical well-being and confidence.

NaturalEco is here to help you through the first steps of new parenthood. Our PureMother Essence is specially formulated for brand new mothers and contains only pure undiluted flower and gem essences.

Used directly after the birth, this parenting essence works on a deep emotional level to enhance your ability to receive your new child and to nurture and be nurtured. It is the essence of encircling arms, joy, tranquility, inner strength and awesome wonder.

Use NaturalEco PureMother Essence to:

* Promote natural mothering instincts
* Allay excessive anxiety about your new baby
* Improve mood and prevent postpartum depression
* Discover your inner child and relate to the new baby
* Create an inner sense of tranquility, confidence and calm

What are the ingredients of PureMother Essence?

Natural Eco PureMother Essence contains the following pure and undiluted flower and gem essences in our unique 100% natural formula:

Keurtjie essence promotes your nurturing instincts and instills confidence in your parenting abilities. This flower essence has mood-enhancing properties which help to prevent post-natal depression. Keurtjie holds the properties of caring and protection, so necessary in forging the early bond with your child.

Zinnia flower essence brings out the child-like qualities of cheerfulness, humor, wonder and energy. This essence helps adults to relate more freely and easily to children and facilitates joy and laughter.

Petunia essence enhances inspiration and creativity, thereby allowing the realization of dreams. A sense of wonder and an inner optimism at the possibilities of the future are encouraged by this natural flower essence.

Clivia essence is most useful for mothers who are overly-anxious about their children or other loved ones. Irrational and unfounded worries about the safety and well-being of your children are common, though can be destructive and debilitating. This essence promotes a caring attitude with an inner strength, calmness and trust in the expectation of your family’s safety.

Comfrey essence is helpful for nervous conditions and will address irritability, stress, nervous habits and anxiety. This flower essence provides a sense of tranquility and calm.

Oreganum essence instills grace and ease in ones own skin. Oreganum promotes the ability to be oneself with confidence.

Smoky Quartz essence removes negative energies and thoughts, softens mood and lifts depression. This gem essence is also an excellent sexual tonic.

(PureMother Essence contains undiluted, stock strength flower and gem essences and no animal products, gluten, artificial flavors, colors or preservatives)

How do I use PureMother Essence?

PureMother Essence comes in a 15 ml liquid infusion of stock strength, hand-bottled flower and gem essences and is best used as follows:

Take one drop under the tongue or add 7 drops to 1/4 cup water after birth. Use daily for 14 days or as needed. 7 drops added to your bath water is also recommended.

Testimonials

‘Being an “older” first-time mom I felt that I might have even more difficulty than other women in adjusting to my new baby and locating my mothering instincts. I decided to try your PureMother Essence. I must say that I felt like a complete “natural” despite never having had an affinity for other people’s children and am so grateful that caring for and loving my new baby girl came so easily and feels so “right”. Thank you for such a wonderful product!’ Margaret, Thrilled brand new mommy

‘Your NaturalEco Flower Essence remedies helped me through the whole of my second pregnancy and I was eager to try your PureMother Essence once I finally had my bundle of joy in my arms. I used this remedy in my bath and took it in water for two weeks after I gave birth and it made such a difference! I felt deeply connected to my little one, Gareth, from the moment I heard his first cry and didn’t experience any of the tearfulness and vulnerability that was so prevalent after my first childbirth.’ Elaine, IL

What else is important?

Trust yourself and your instincts. Mothering is a natural process that is learnt only by doing. Of course, you may sometimes need advice or a helping hand but remember that ultimately, you and your partner know your child the best.

Encourage your partner to bond with the new baby by holding, feeding, changing or just watching him/her.

Remember that this little life is 100% dependant on you for everything. Without you, your baby will not be able to survive. This makes it very important for you to care and nurture yourself during these early years. Your baby depends on you to look after yourself as well!

Establishing a routine early on will help you and your partner, as well as the new baby, feel more stable and contented. Include feeding times, nap times as well as periods during which you just relax, play and cuddle your little bundle of joy.

PureMother Flower and Gem Essence is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

PureMother Flower and Gem Essence is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Fatigue and feelings of lethargy are common in pregnancy. Although the second trimester may have brought feelings of well-being and vitality, during the third trimester many women feel completely sapped of energy and tired from carrying the extra weight around in their daily activities.

Rest and relaxation, while recommended during pregnancy, is not always possible in the midst of a demanding life, work and family commitments! MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer contains essential oils of Litsea cubeba, Grapefruit and Mandarin in a spritzer spray. It can be sprayed directly onto the skin to quickly refresh, uplift and energize and is also wonderful used as a space spray.

Use MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer to:

* Increase energy and stamina
* Decrease anxiety and nervousness
* Energize and revitalize your body and soul
* Regulate sleep patterns and prevent insomnia
* Feel a pampering and uplifting aromatic experience

MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer contains the following specially chosen pure aromatherapy oils in a convenient spritzer spray:

Litsea cubeba essential oil is derived from the small, pepper-shaped fruits of the May Chang plant and is good for calming anxiety as well as increasing energy. This oil has a fresh, clean scent and is excellent for treating fatigue, lethargy and insomnia.

Grapefruit essential oil has a refreshing citrus scent and is wonderful for reviving and balancing the nervous system. Grapefruit oil also treats stress-related symptoms including headaches and exhaustion. Has excellent detoxification properties.

Mandarin essential oil is a soothing and uplifting essential oil. It has balancing and stimulating properties and is also known to regulate emotions. This oil will help regulate sleep patterns and soothe anxiety and nervousness.

How do I use MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer?

Use as a space spray or spray directly onto skin whenever you need to for refreshing and uplifting results. Avoid face, especially eye area.

Testimonials

‘About 2 months before my due date I began to feel completely exhausted no matter how little I exerted myself in my day-to-day life. I didn’t know how I would last another 2 months feeling so dreadfully worn out and tired. I ordered your MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer and am thrilled with it so far. When it gets to the stage of the afternoon when I usually want to keel over despite the mountains of work I still need to do, I just spray this spritzer around my office and on my body and I feel almost immediately revitalized.’ Kelly, UK

‘I absolutely love your MamaGize Spritzer! It is miles better than all the coffee I was drinking- both in terms of lasting effects and of course that caffeine isn’t great for my unborn little one. Thank you so much for this lovely feel-good product!’ Jennifer L.

What else is important?

There are a number of other lifestyle measures that will help to keep your energy up during the third trimester. Here are some ideas:

* Eat a well-balanced, healthy diet and make sure you eat regularly without skipping meals.
* Take some regular, moderate exercise like gentle walking or exercise classes designed for pregnant women.
* Get enough sleep at night and rest during the day if you feel tired.
* Take short breaks from your day-to-day activities by putting up your feet and closing your eyes in a quiet place for a few minutes.
* If you have other children, try to work with their schedules by resting or relaxing when they are having a nap.

MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

MamaGize Pick-Me-Up Spritzer is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Typically, sciatica is the compression of the sciatic nerve roots in the lower spine. A condition known as pseudo sciatica causes similar debilitating pain when the peripheral sections of the sciatic nerve are compressed.

As it is, pregnancy on its own has nothing to do with sciatica. Pregnancy leads to true-sciatica only in rare cases. It is the changes that occur in a women’s body in late preganancy that may lead to sciatica-like pain. Either of these changes can cause sciatica type pain.

* The uterus presses the sciatic nerve.
* Abdominal and lower muscles become tense and put pressure on the nerve.
* Vertebral compression due to the extra weight of the fetus.
* Postural changes that accompany pregnancy.

Rarely, during pregnancy a spinal disc may be damaged, which too can lead to sciaitca.

Sciatica pain mostly occurs in the lower back, buttocks, legs and feet. Typical sciatic pain can be:

* Pins and needles
* A shooting pain
* Pain that extends from lower back to legs along the buttocks.
* Numbenss in leg or foot.

Whether due to preganancy or otherwise, pseudo sciatica is mostly associated with postural defaults such as:

* Sitting cross legged for long periods.
* Sitting in a chair that does not support the back properly
* Sitting on a wallet

There may be cases of the pregnancy causing tension in the piriformis muscle, which in turn, may pinch the sciatic nerve.

If sciatica is actually diagnosed during pregnancy, sciatic nerve treatment should only be done under the supervision of a specialist qualified to treat pregnancy related sciatic pain. Painkillers have side effects and should not be taken without consulting your gynaecologist. Any recklesness in this respect can cause irreparable damage to the baby you are carrying.

Sciatica alternative remedies play an important role in treating both typical and pseudo sciaitca. Pregnancy is a delicate matter and the primary concern should be of the saftey of the child that is developing within your body.

Even alternative remedies that are generally safe should be taken under medical supervision. Herbs are normally touted as safe but indisciminate use of even the safest herb can be harmful. Exercises, yoga or any other therpay should also be undertakne under constant guidance from a therapist.

Swimming and a very gentle stretching exercise program.are two of the safest measures of getting relief from back pain during pregnancy. In addition, avoid getting too tired, learn to relax yourself, always sit straight or try applying a hot or cold pack to the affected area.

Pregnancy is a time for reflection, contemplation and creativity and can result in great personal growth, connecting women with their female intuitive self, inner wisdom and creative life force. This can bring positive growth, strength and change.

Sometimes life can be hectic and the commitments of the modern world take away the opportunity to dream and develop. NaturalEco MellowMama Bath Oil is ideal for pregnant woman and contains therapeutic grade essential oils of Sandalwood, Rosewood and Neroli. MellowMama Bath Oil is a wonderful product for promoting relaxation and connection with the inner self.

Aromatherapy involves the use of therapeutic grade extracts of essential oils of plants to effect healing and to facilitate both emotional and physical health. In the case of aromatherapy, the oils are not swallowed. Rather the mediums of massage, warm baths and oil burners are used to release the oils into the air and to introduce them to the skin. The inhaled vapors allow the particles to enter the system and to produce therapeutic effect. It is also well known that the area in the brain that processes smell is very close to the area which plays a large part in the experience of emotions. For this reason, the smells around us can deeply influence our emotions as well as our sense of well being. Aromatherapy applies this knowledge and uses the distinct aromas of nature’s diverse botanical treasures to great therapeutic effect. All the ingredients found in NaturalEco aromatherapy bath, massage and oil burner oils contain therapeutic grade extracts of specially selected plants and are undiluted with synthetic ingredients.

What is MellowMama Aromatic Bath Oil?

This therapeutic bath oil contains pure essential aromatherapy oils of Sandalwood, Rosewood and Neroli in a natural vegetable carrier oil. Although it is a luxurious and pampering experience in its own right, MellowMama it is also especially formulated according to aromatherapy principles to relieve stress and facilitate relaxation, a very important factor in a healthy pregnancy. The ingredients also have a known tonic effect on the skin, so important in preventing stretch marks.

Remember that some aromatherapy oils are not recommended for use during pregnancy. The ingredients in MellowMama Aromatic Bath Oil are all chosen with safety during pregnancy in mind!

Sandalwood oil is an Exotic East Indian oil that is used widely in the perfume industry for its sensual and mood-enhancing fragrance. The pure essential oil is excellent for moisturizing dry skin as well as improving the appearance of scars and stretch marks.

Rosewood oil has anti-depressant and mood-enhancing properties and is also often used as an aphrodisiac. This essential oil is excellent for relieving stress and the feeling of being over-burdened by worries of the world. Rosewood oil stimulates new cell growth thereby promoting skin rejuvenation.

Neroli oil brightens the spirits and brings clarity to the mind. This essential oil enhances skin tone and improves circulation throughout the body. With regular use it is very successful in improving the appearance of the skin by reducing stretch marks, scars and broken capillaries.

How do I use MellowMama Bath Oil?

Because we use only pure therapeutic botanical extracts, a little goes a long, long way! Pour half to one capful under hot running water and relax in bath for as long as is desired.

Use MellowMama Bath Oil to:

* Turn your bath into a relaxing, therapeutic and pampering experience
* Encourage contemplation and dreaming
* Escape the fast-paced modern world and allow a time of quietness and reflection
* Facilitate connection with your inner wisdom and intuition as well as your unborn baby
* Tone and soften skin, preventing stretch marks during pregnancy

Testimonials

‘I just wanted to write and tell you how much I love your bath oil- it is the best bath product that I have ever tried. I absolutely love the fragrance and my skin has never looked so supple and smooth. I look forward to my “me-time” in the bath every day with this lovely oil. I’ll be using it long after I’ve had my baby!’ Judith, CA

‘For the past few years I have often felt like I was running around like a chicken without a head and that life was happening to me rather than I was actually living it. While pregnant, I have felt quite disconnected from the whole process due to my hectic lifestyle and this was not at all how I wanted to be. I began using your MindStill Essence and also bought your MellowMama bath oil. Now I feel like I am in control and deeply-connected to my unborn son. I also find my bath-time with this oil invaluable for looking back on my day and dreaming of the future in a positive and relaxed state. Thank you so much for these lovely products!’ Ella, UK

What else is important?

Stress-coping and relaxation techniques such as meditation will allow you to become more in touch with your inner being and your visions of motherhood as well as improving your ability to deflect the stress and chaos of everyday life from affecting the integrity of your dreams and well-being.

MellowMama Aromatic Bath Oil is manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

MellowMama Aromatic Bath Oil is backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

These specially formulated vitamins are designed to make up for any nutritional deficiencies in the mother’s diet-and who doesn’t have deficiencies?

The supplements usually contain numerous vitamins and minerals in a proprietary blend by the manufacturer but they always contain folic acid, iron and calcium. Folic acid is especially important to reduce the risk of your child’s developing a serious birth defects of the spinal cord and brain called a neural tube defect.

The most common type of neural tube defects is spina bifida, which is when a baby is born in the spine has not fully closed. During the birth process the exposed nerves or damaged in the child is left with some degree of paralysis and sometimes mental retardation.

Neural tube defects usually develop in the first 28 days after the child has been conceived, which is also be for many women even realize they are pregnant. And because half of all pregnancies are unplanned the FDA now requires that all flour products manufactured and sold in the United States are fortified with extra folic acid. These foods include breads, buttons, bagels and cereals. Natural sources of folic acid include green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans and citrus fruits.

During development is the growing child requires extra minerals such as calcium and phosphorus for bone growth. Prenatal vitamins help to supply that extra minerals and vitamins for the infant so that the mother does not lose her own bone density to feed the needs of the child.

In the last most important criteria for prenatal vitamins is iron. Iron helps the body to develop enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to both the mother and the baby’s body. There is no substitute for a healthy diet but most women need additional supplementation to make sure that they got the appropriate levels of all vitamins and minerals to support both their body and are developing child.

Not all vitamins are created equally however. As with all products manufactured and sold some producers develop products that meet the specific needs of different target audiences. For instance, vitamins targeted to the needs of women are higher in iron than those targeted for seniors or men. Prenatal vitamins are higher in calcium, iron and folic acid but some are designed for women whose diet is very deficient and other vitamins don’t meet the recommended daily allowances. It’s important that you read the bottle!

Some of the prenatal vitamins are only available by prescription from your physician while many of them are also available over the counter. Keep in mind that it is possible to jeopardize the health of the mother or the child by taking an inappropriate amount of synthetic vitamins. This means that although vitamins are a necessary part of the cell development of person can actually overdose on specific types of vitamins. In the case of a grown adults the individual may experience some very unpleasant side effects but in the case of a growing child it can actually cause birth defects or even death. Be sure to speak with your primary care physician or obstetrician about any supplements you are taking while pregnant.

Most obstetricians recommends that a woman who is pregnant receives:

4000 international units of vitamin A
800 mcg of folic acid
400 international units of vitamin D
1.6 mg of riboflavin
15 mg of zinc
2.2 mcg of vitamin B12
70 mg of vitamin C
30 mg of iron

Unfortunately, because many of these prenatal vitamins are high in vitamin content in iron they can cause nausea in a woman who is already nauseous. If your brand of vitamin causes you to be nauseous or sick Colquitt your primary care physician or obstetrician. They may have another prescription which will be better tolerated. Some women also find that taking their vitamins with a couple of crackers before going to bed will allow them to sleep through their nausea.

Before completely eliminating your prenatal vitamins from your daily regimen speak with your primary care physician. This should never be a decision that you make on your own because although you may be endangering your own health you could also be endangering the health of your unborn child. When a woman becomes pregnant the questions of her health and well-being no longer affect just one person.

The advanced medical technology is which I have allowed manufacturers to produce prenatal vitamins to aid in the health and well-being of unborn children has made great strides in improving the overall health of our babies. Take advantage of the health care that’s available to decrease the risk of any side effects or birth effects to your child.

Almost 80% of pregnant women experience nausea and/or vomiting during the first trimester of pregnancy. These symptoms are often worst in the mornings but can occur at any time of the day.

Morning sickness is usually at its worst between weeks 6 and 12, though nausea and vomiting can be a problem at any stage of pregnancy. The exact cause of morning sickness is not known for sure, though it seems to be linked mostly to the hormonal changes of pregnancy as well as an oversensitive sense of smell.

How is morning sickness usually treated?

There are many home remedies and methods for reducing nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that have been passed on through generations and different approaches will help different women. Some of the best, time-tested methods are listed at the bottom of this page.

Of course, due to the possibility of side-effects and tragic past experiences with drugs like Thalidomide, medications are always best avoided during pregnancy. There are several anti-nausea medications commonly used for morning sickness which are available either over the counter or by prescription.

Although the medications in general use are those found to have a low risk of affecting the fetus, no drugs are without risk. Side-effects like drowsiness are also common as many of these medications include antihistamines in the formulation.

What are NaturalEco‘s Good Morning Mama Granules?

Good Morning Mama Granules are a 100% natural herbal and homeopathic remedy for all digestive disturbances experienced during pregnancy, especially nausea and vomiting.

This remedy is completely safe to use during pregnancy and is a very effective alternative to the OTC and prescription medications used for morning sickness which bring with them the risk of side-effects as well as adverse effects on the growth and development of your unborn child.

Use NaturalEco Good Morning Mama Granules to:

* Safely relieve nausea experienced during pregnancy.
* Alleviate symptoms of ‘morning’ sickness at any time of the day.
* Calm the digestive system and preventing digestive upsets.
* Prevent revulsion to certain foods and smells.

Good Morning Mama Granules contain the following proven ingredients:

Mentha Piperita is a calmative and analgesic herb which aids digestion, prevents nausea and vomiting and promotes the flow of bile.

Ginger has a long history of medicinal use in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine. Modern research confirms its effectiveness in relieving the symptoms of nausea, vomiting, indigestion, flatulence and dizziness.

Ferrum Phos. is a biochemic tissue salt which is very helpful in reducing morning sickness and easing involuntary incontinence (sudden spurts of urine) often experienced by pregnant women. Ferrum Phos is also beneficial for all types of infections and inflammation and is often used to treat UTI’s.

Nat. Mur. is a biochemic tissue salt effective for nausea and waterbrash (excess salivation) during pregnancy as well as abdominal cramps and digestive discomfort.

Nat. Phos. acts as a biochemical antacid, acid neutralizer and PH balancer. It helps to ease digestive problems like reflux or heartburn and reduces nausea.

Nux Vom. (30C) is a proven homeopathic remedy for indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting and abdominal cramps.

Testimonials

‘I had heard about Good Morning Mama Granules from a friend and I stocked up on these when I found out that I was pregnant for the first time. I have always had a sensitive stomach and expected to have a hard time with morning sickness. Not only did I breeze through my first trimester with an excellent appetite, but when I woke up during the night feeling a bit queasy I just popped some of the granules onto my tongue and felt the soothing effects within minutes. Thanks NaturalEco for your great product!’ Leanne, mom-to-be

‘When I was pregnant with my first two kids I suffered from horrendous nausea that occurred at all hours of the day and night! I could not go near certain foods that I’d always eaten and enjoyed before, and the smell of meat made me run for the bathroom. Luckily I found your site shortly after I got pregnant the third time around and ordered some of your Good Morning Mama Granules. I was so impressed at how effective and fast-acting they were!!!! I kept a bottle with me wherever I went and was able to enjoy a much more pleasant pregnancy and also eat a more balanced diet than I had been able to with my other pregnancies. I love all your pregnancy products and now that my little one has been born I’ve been eagerly browsing through your baby products!’ Tania, Il

How do I use Good Morning Mama Granules?

Simply sprinkle a pinch or two of the granules on your tongue and allow to dissolve for fast and effective relief. Keep a bottle next to your bed, a bottle in the kitchen and a bottle in your purse for all day protection!

Caution: If you have severe vomiting and haven’t been able to keep anything, including fluids, down for 24 hours or more you may be suffering from a condition called hyperemesis gravidarum. As a precaution, it is therefore important to consult your health care practitioner to avoid becoming seriously dehydrated.

How long until I see results?

You will experience almost instant relief from your symptoms when you take this remedy. Should the nausea return, simply sprinkle another pinch onto your tongue.

How long will a bottle last?

Depending on frequency of use, your bottle of Good Morning Mama Granules should last 2 – 3 weeks.

What else can help?

1. Avoid foods or smells that trigger your nausea. You may only feel like very bland foods, mostly carbohydrates, and it is fine to stick to these when you are feeling unwell. Each person is different and you will learn what triggers your nausea.

2. If the smell of cigarettes makes you feel nauseous, speak to your partner, family, friends or work colleagues about this and ask them to be considerate. Don’t be afraid of telling them what you need! Second-hand cigarette smoke is not good for anyone, especially for pregnant women and their unborn babies.

3. Keep crackers or a similar plain snack handy for those times when you feel overwhelmed by nausea. An empty stomach is often a trigger for these unpleasant moments.

4. Eat little and often to keep your blood sugar stable and to avoid an empty stomach.

5. Keep away from rich, fatty or highly-spiced foods as much as possible. It is best to stick to a balanced diet of wholesome and unprocessed foods.

Good Morning Mama Granules are manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched, natural, safe and effective.

Good Morning Mama Granules are backed by our 60-day money-back guarantee so you can experience relief risk-free.

Childbirth education classes are almost a necessity in today”s society where birth no longer happens at home with the other family watching and children are moving to cities far from their parents and not receiving the benefits of their knowledge.

The classes help the expectant parents to learn about and prepare for the arduous task of labor and delivery of their new child.

Although the entire process must be accomplished by the expectant mother she can also have coaches and support people who can help her through the process. This role can be filled by the father, a doula, mother, mother-in-law or even close friend.

There are two basic means of teaching almost all childbirth education classes. The first is the Lamaze method and the second is the Bradley method both named after their developers. Almost all classes use one of these two methods or teach a combination of the two.

The basic premise behind both is to teach women to cope with the pains of labor and educate her on the different stages of labor so they know what to expect and what comes next. Both developers believed strongly that women should participate in the process and that this participation led to healthier deliveries and mothers who bonded more quickly with their children.

Other birthing techniques include the Alexander technique, HypnoBirthing, Birthing From Within and Birthworks. There are no right or wrong methods of managing the pain of labor and delivery as long as the method doesn’t place the mother or child in danger.

Expectant mothers should spend a bit of time learning about the different methods to find one that fits their individual needs and beliefs on childbirth. This will help them to become educated about the process in way that is comfortable and easy to absorb.

In the Lamaze method the instructors teach the expectant mothers to focus on their breathing, relaxation techniques, massage and positioning to cope with the pain of labor. They learn about the medical procedures and pain relief options that are available so they can make informed choices.

In the Bradley Method women learn about childbirth in the absence of any medical complications. The method emphasizes exercise throughout pregnancy to prepare for labor, nutrition, and deep breathing techniques to relax through the labor pains.

During some of the childbirth education classes the instructors encourage the mother to make a birth plan where you express your preferences before the event starts. This helps the labor and delivery staff to more fully understand the direction you’d like the birthing process to take. Share the plan with your obstetrician or Midwife ahead of time so they too are aware of your wishes.

Any of the classes that an expectant mother chooses should include information about the signs of labor, signs of premature labor, normal progress of labor and delivery, techniques for coping with the pain of labor, how your partner can support you through the process, when to call the doctor or midwife and head to the hospital, and what to expect at the hospital.

There are separate classes to teach breastfeeding and techniques of nursing but childbirth education classes should also cover the basics of breastfeeding and immediate newborn care. Most classes also have videos of normal vaginal birth and a cesarean section so that mothers are prepared as best as possible before the birth of their child.

Pregnancy is an interesting 9 month journey during which a woman goes through several stages of psychological changes.

Women learn they are pregnant, anticipate the birth of their child and then move back to learning about the growth and development of their child and the process of labor and delivery.

During labor and delivery women today have several options as to childbirth positions, or the various physical postures that she may assume during the process of childbirth.

In some circles this is also known as delivery positions or labor positions although they refer to two different stages of the process.

Today many hospitals give the woman a choice of positions in which they can labor or deliver. In some cases they insist on the traditional lithotomy position used by obstetricians during the actual delivery but allow women to labor in whatever position seems most comfortable to them.

During the past decades midwives and other practitioners have introduced other child birth positions in an effort to improve the pain management during labor and the efficiency of delivery. Only recently have very scientific studies and review been initiated to determine the benefits and dangers of non-lithotomy positioning during labor and delivery. Early evidence suggests that these positions may actually help the normal progress of labor.

Most practitioners today agree that there is no one correct child birth position for pushing. The lithotomy position may be the most convenient for the obstetrician but it is also a position that can be accomplished in seconds in the case of an emergency. And since it isnt the obstetrician who is doing the hard work of labor it is most conducive for a productive labor for the woman to choose the position.

Women should learn each of the potential positions and practice them before labor and delivery so they may choose their child birth position easily during the process. Women should practice each one through a couple of practice contractions but not practice pushing since this would put an unnecessary strain on the cervix.

The first child birth position is sitting; it is easy to assume, comfortable for most mothers and practitioners and is practical to move from active pushing during a contraction to resting between contractions. Another advantage is that you are pushing with gravity and not against it. For instance you can be sitting in the birthing bed and raise up and forward to push and lean backward to rest.

The disadvantage of sitting and pushing is that you are sitting on the tailbone and it cant move as freely which hinders the ability of the baby to move through the birth canal. It is also a possibility that the uneven pressure will cause a vaginal tear.

Another position women find comfortable is lying on the left side, raising up on one elbow while holding the top leg open with knees bent. When resting the woman then just lets her leg down and goes back to side-lying. This position may help slow a baby who is coming too fast and will take the pressure off of the back for women who are having back pain. If the baby isnt coming too fast it may prolong the pushing stage and some caregivers find this position unfamiliar and uncomfortable.

One position that most women find comfortable during the pushing stage but most caregivers find unfamiliar is on all fours. On their hands and knees this is a good position for a baby is posterior position since it might help them to turn around, it can relieve back pain and is the ideal position to resolve shoulder dystocia. Pushing from all fours involves the use of gravity but a big negative is that it isn’t easy to go from a pushing phase to the resting phase.

The most natural child birth position for women is the squat. However, it is also the most difficult to assume and makes it difficult to get to a resting position after pushing. Squatting helps the body to work most efficiently, evens out the pressure of the baby’s head against the vagina and opens the outlet of the pelvis.

In the U.S. most practitioners are most comfortable with, and want their expectant moms to assume, the lithotomy position. In this position the woman is on her back with feet in stirrups. It is most convenient for the caregiver but most women find it most uncomfortable, the tailbone has less movement available, the baby’s head against the vagina is uneven and the woman is pushing against gravity.

The key to choosing the child birth position is to find one that is most comfortable for you and safe for your baby. Recognize that you do have choices, try the positions and choose two or three that you are most confident with; understand what you are doing and why you are doing it so that you can communicate your wishes with your caregivers. And remember that each birth is different just as each baby and child is different. If you listen to your body you’ll find the method and position that works the best and is easiest for you that day.