We're Pregnant Week 7 - Well, it's week 7 and as your lady's hormone levels increase, she may be experiencing an acne breakout. If acne is an ongoing problem for her, she should not be taking any acne medications, by prescription or over-the-counter, orally or topically. Accutane, one prescription acne medication, has been proven to cause serious birth defects in a developing embryo. So, let her know in the event she is not as well-informed as you and have her check with her doctor or midwife to find out if there is anything she can use. Otherwise, the best way to combat acne is to wash twice a day with a mild soap, use oil-free moisturizers and oil-free make-up.
Also be aware of what your Mom and hers are telling her. Things change, even as far as how much weight is safe to gain during pregnancy and new discoveries are constantly being made. Moms want to, and should be, involved, but it is likely that some of their advice is not the best. The doctor or midwife are knowledgeable about the current recommendations and should be your first source of information. But, Moms also know a lot about how to get comfortable and about how your partner may be feeling, so they can be an excellent source of comfort and support for both of you. Just pick and choose what you listen to.
Your honey may also be experiencing food cravings. This is perfectly normal and some women don't and some women do. As long as she is getting a balanced diet otherwise, give into those cravings and even run to the store. Sometimes these cravings are intensely uncomfortable and only satiating it will make it go away. But...if she is craving sweets, buy her a pint, not a 1/2 gallon of ice cream. Or buy her a couple of donuts; don't bring home a whole dozen.
On the other hand, if she is craving nutritious foods that are low in calories, then bring them on! A note-if she is craving non-edible items like gravel, paint, clay, starch, or even ice, you should contact your doctor immediately. A condition called "pica" can signal her body that there is a mineral deficiency by creating these cravings. Her doctor can do specific tests and prescribe supplements if needed.
Your Son or Daughter-will weigh about 2-grams and be.79 inches long by the end of this week. His or her tiny hands are forming, as are the genitals, although at this point you would not be able to distinguish boy from girl on an ultrasound.
The nasal passages are also forming. Remarkably, your baby will go through three sets of kidneys almost one after the other right as development continues. During week 7 the second set of kidneys will form. It's incredible! Don't you agree? We're Pregnant Week 7
We're Pregnant Week 7 - Well, it's week 7 and as your lady's hormone levels increase, she may be experiencing an acne breakout. If acne is an ongoing problem for her, she should not be taking any acne medications, by prescription or over-the-counter, orally or topically. Accutane, one prescription acne medication, has been proven to cause serious birth defects in a developing embryo. So, let her know in the event she is not as well-informed as you and have her check with her doctor or midwife to find out if there is anything she can use. Otherwise, the best way to combat acne is to wash twice a day with a mild soap, use oil-free moisturizers and oil-free make-up.
Also be aware of what your Mom and hers are telling her. Things change, even as far as how much weight is safe to gain during pregnancy and new discoveries are constantly being made. Moms want to, and should be, involved, but it is likely that some of their advice is not the best. The doctor or midwife are knowledgeable about the current recommendations and should be your first source of information. But, Moms also know a lot about how to get comfortable and about how your partner may be feeling, so they can be an excellent source of comfort and support for both of you. Just pick and choose what you listen to.
Your honey may also be experiencing food cravings. This is perfectly normal and some women don't and some women do. As long as she is getting a balanced diet otherwise, give into those cravings and even run to the store. Sometimes these cravings are intensely uncomfortable and only satiating it will make it go away. But...if she is craving sweets, buy her a pint, not a 1/2 gallon of ice cream. Or buy her a couple of donuts; don't bring home a whole dozen.
On the other hand, if she is craving nutritious foods that are low in calories, then bring them on! A note-if she is craving non-edible items like gravel, paint, clay, starch, or even ice, you should contact your doctor immediately. A condition called "pica" can signal her body that there is a mineral deficiency by creating these cravings. Her doctor can do specific tests and prescribe supplements if needed.
The nasal passages are also forming. Remarkably, your baby will go through three sets of kidneys almost one after the other right as development continues. During week 7 the second set of kidneys will form. It's incredible! Don't you agree? We're Pregnant Week 7
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