The forces of pronatalism are significant to women as it is the philosophy responsible for the persistent idea that a woman’s destiny and ultimate fulfilment is entrenched in childbearing and motherhood. Furthermore, pronatalism focuses on the advantages of having children while minimizing the disadvantages (Veevers). It creates the mother hood mandate the idea that regardless of whatever she chooses to do in life, a woman’s role must involve maternity (Russo,1976). Pronatalism comes at women from every angle, from the religious command to mother, to psychological theories which define maternity as a requirement for healthy female psychological development (Daniluk, 1999). Similarly it is at work in the media, on television and in
It is quite common to associate positive implications to experiences such as pregnancy, delivery and maternity. Everything is new, a new life on the way and personal maturation and completion is due; surely these characteristics are present in most pregnancies but not in all. Carrying a child does not just mean a mother must prepare herself for a new life; it also means she must get ready for the nine months of pregnancy in which thousands of doubts can appear. Women often find themselves questioning their capacity to be a mother, the precautions one must to take and eventual illnesses the child could have; wondering how they may have to modify their life for their newborn.
In most of the cases, women pay attention to doctor’s recommendations, they also can notice the non-verbal signs [2]. Truog (1996) consider that “an informed choice can be made if women receive all the information relevant to the decision to undergo or forgo the test and feel free of coercion or persuasion” [7]. The decision to give birth to a child, who have disabilities is depends on socio-economic status of family. It is especially difficult for the families with unsufficient economic and emotional status. However, even families with high income may have difficulties with such decision due to fraud of society opinion [8].
Ever wondered why doctors keep a pregnant women’s body weight in close examination? This is done to ensure whether your baby is developing in the right manner. The poor growth of the fetus inside the mother’s womb is known as Intrauterine Growth Restriction. Intrauterine Growth Restriction Not all pregnancies turn out to be normal and good going. Some pregnancies have certain drawbacks or some minor issues.
Besides helping you keep off excess pregnancy weight, exercising during pregnancy has a multitude of benefits. From keeping you happy with endorphins to making labor and delivery easier, exercise is good for expecting moms. It is important to be more cautious than you were before your pregnancy, however. Learn all about exercising during pregnancy to keep you and your little one safe. (-- removed HTML --) Exercise and Pregnancy (-- removed HTML --) Years ago, pregnant women were advised to be extremely careful while exercising.
Introduction Pregnancy and giving birth to a child are two of the most significant, fantastic, and pleasant events in most women’s lives. However, for some women, they are stressful and may be associated with severe fear of childbirth. Receiving support from partner and family and counseling support may decrease unusual fear of childbirth. If untreated, fear of childbirth remain and increase with approaching labor onset [1]. According to conducted studies, 20% of women experience severe anxiety and fear of childbirth which in 6 to 10% of them interferes with their daily lives [2].
INTRODUCTION Acute pulmonary oedema is a rare, but life-threatening problem which may cause significant morbidity and mortality in pregnant women. It may occur due to pathologies such as pre-eclampsia, sepsis, amniotic fluid embolism, fluid-overload or beta-adrenergic tocolytic drugs during the antenatal, intrapartum or postpartum periods. Moreover, pre-existing cardiopulmonary diseases may worsen due to the superimposed effects of physiological changes related to pregnancy (1). Management of these patients is a challenge for the anaesthesiologists, because there are no controlled studies or guidelines pointing out the best type of anaesthetic technique in these patients (2). CASE
According to UNFPA (The United Nations Population Fund) “A women’s chance of dying or becoming disabled during pregnancy and child birth is closely connected to her social and economic status, the norms and values for her culture and the geographic remoteness of her home”. It has also been found that poor and marginalized women are at the higher risk of maternal death as compared to aristocrate women. Hypertension, diabetes, respiratory problems, obesity and infections are some common health problems that occur during pregnancy or at the time of delivery. Maintaining Oral health /oral hygiene is also essential during pregnancy .Its proper care give benefit to both mother and foetus as well.
Case Scenario 6 – Caesarean section – patient choice Delivery by a Caesarean section has become more common over the last several years for a number of various reasons. The old saying “once a c-section, always a c-section”, however, no longer is true. Many women who have had a baby by Caesarean section could deliver their next child vaginally if they so choose. In this case scenario, clinicians are confident that the labour would progress without a complication and that there would not be a need for a Caesarian section. However, the clinician’s opinion conflicts with the mother’s wish to have a C-section.
Introduction Welcoming a new child can be a joyous occasion for a mother and the family. With this joy a flood of emotions can occur within the first few hours to days after delivery. This can include feelings of whether or not the woman may be a good mother, anxiety about how things are going to change, and exhaustion from the new change of a new member of the family (). These symptoms can last for a few days but can also impact a mother for several months, this is known as Postpartum Depression.
Juliette Mason is a High school student who has Marfans Syndrome. She plays basketball on her high school team and her parents were worried about her due to the fact that her brother had Marfans and died from an aortic aneurysm, he also played basketball. They came to me to find out how basketball will be impacted by the disorder and how she should go forward when she eventually has children. Marfans Syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the bodies connective tissue in the body. Connective Tissue hold the body's cells, organs and tissue together.