Parenting quiz review Flashcards
How much weight gain in First trimester
5-10 lbs in the first 3 months
2 to 4 pounds 4-9 months
how much weight gain in Second & Third Trimester
Second trimester 5,6: 10-20 lbs
Third trimester 7,8,9: 20-30 pounds
Which Trimester do you gain the most weight?
Most weight gained in last three months (3rd trimester)
Weight gain during the 2nd trimester predicts birth weight
You go girl
Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Minimize beverages/sports drinks or foods with:
High sugar content
High Sodium
Raw Eggs
Unpasteurized juices or dairy products
Undercooked meat, poultry, and fish
Deli meats
Raw vegetable sprouts
Soft Cheeses
Fish
+ avoid murcury
Need more of when pregnant
Essential fatty acids
Omega 3-Fatty Acids/DHA
Like fish and flax
Calcium & Vitamin D
Folate: Cereals, Pasta, Bread, Supplements
Iron: Spinach, Kale, Leafy greens
How much should you exercise during pregnancy?
Moderate exercise ≥30 minutes
Most days of the week
recommended exercise types
Beginners
- Walking/ running
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Strength training
why exercising is good
Mother: limited weight gain, reduce muscle cramps, mood stability, reduces backpain
Fetus: Decreases fat mass, improved stress tolrance.
what is a c-section and the risks
infection, damage to orgnas ect..
infection, damage to your internal organs, an increased risk of respiratory distress for your baby and complications with future pregnancies.
water birth benfits
increases relaxation. decreases pain. increases the ability to move around and change positions.
2nd Trimester:
MMS
CVS
- Multiple Marker Screening(s) – blood work that tests for genetic defects and gestational diabetes
- First Ultrasound
- Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) (during 10-11 week) – during pregnancy for Cystic Fibrosis and Down Syndrome
- Regular monthly visits to doctor/midwife/family doctor
First Ultrasound (usually 18-22 weeks)
Sighns of tourettes
Blinking
Eye rolling
Shoulder shrugging
Grimacing
Twirling
Touching objects and other people
Jumping
Jerk of the head or limbs
causes and prevention of tourettes
It is unknown but could be something lead to genetic factors or an infection
Contraction
episodes when your belly tightens and becomes firm to the touch, then relaxes; pushing the baby into the birth canal.
3 stages of labour
Stage 1: Early & Active (2 phases)
Stage 2: Pushing Stage
Stage 3: After Delivery of Baby
Early & Active(late) (2 phases) difference
Contractions are 5 mins apart and or less
cervix dilates to 10cm and the baby begins moving out of the uterus into the birth canal.
early- contrations can last from a feew hours to days
Fetus 1 month development
Nostrils, mouth, lips, teeth buds and eyelids form
Fingers and toes are almost complete
Gender is evident (approx. 9 weeks)
Heartbeat can be heard with stethoscope
All organs are present though immature.
1 trimester
- pregnancy test to confirm
- First exam family doctor
- Have a discussion pregnancies/miscarriages, diseases or genetic problems in either family.
- Urine specimen, blood pressure, possibly a blood test for anemia (low iron), and pelvic exam to determine size & position of uterus.
3rd trimester
-Regular monthly visits up to 9th month at which they become weekly
- Blood pressure checks, weight gain checks (1 oz/day, the most gain in all three trimesters for pregnant person),
- fetal movement checks
- Hospital visit & tour
- Discussion about delivery options, etc.
fetel deveoplment 3rd trimester
A thick white protective coating called vernix covers the fetus
Nervous, circulatory & other systems mature
8th month can hear fetus sounds
9th month increases fat under skin
Placenta
The placenta is an organ that forms in the womb, also called the uterus, during pregnancy.
APGAR
Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity and Respiration
Test takes place 1 minute after birth and 5 minutes after birth.
What are some problems that a child born with F.A.S. (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome)
central nervous system (CNS) problems, minor facial features, and growth problems.Experiencing mental health problems. Getting into trouble in school or with the law. Spending time in a mental-health facility, a substance abuse treatment center or jail.
