Archive for October 10th, 2009

Pregnancy and birth

Age is a major factor in a woman who is trying to conceive fertility potential reaches its peak at 35 years old and declines sharply after that. It then becomes harder to get pregnant with every year that passes.

Other common explanations for secondary infertility include:

1. Ovulation problems.

2. Endometriosis

3. Pelvic adhesions

4. Uterine fibroids or polyps

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How do I get my baby to sleep better?

Studies show that there is actually a way to help your baby sleep better. This can be achieved by the following this simple 3 step. First, give your baby a warm bath, second, give your baby a gentle two minute massage. Third, enjoy quiet time with your baby by singing a lullaby, or simply just cuddling quietly together. This simple routine actually relaxes and calms your baby, while strengthening your bonding as mother and child. This is also your opportunity to assure your baby that he or she is loved. Lastly, this will help your baby switch to sleep time mode faster and sleep more soundly through the night.

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Ask Doctor Mom

How long should baby sleep?

As babies grow, their sleeping pattern and length of sleeping time change. These newborn sleeps anywhere from 10.5 to 18 hours in a day, with no regular sleeping pattern. Babies from 2 months to 2years old have longer sleep periods. They begin to shift towards a longer and more definite nighttimes sleep routine coupled with several daytime naps throughout the day. Babies around this age sleep an average of 14 to 14.5 hours a day. Once they become toddlers, the average is around 13 to 14 hours of sleep during nighttimes, with shorter daytime naps.

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