41 th week of pregnancy

41 th week of pregnancy



With the 41 th week of pregnancy has exceeded the time it normally takes a pregnancy and is set to about 40 weeks from the first day after menstruation, or 38 weeks duration from the occurrence of fertilization. However, even a full term pregnancy is 40 weeks is considered normal range of time period between the 38 th week of pregnancy and the 42 th week of pregnancy.

In the 41 th week of pregnancy, the unborn baby is about 52-53 inches and weight is set at 3,600 grams, this week the mother goes into what is called post-term pregnancy. From this point further control values of amniotic fluid index, ie the amount of fluid and meconium also determines fetal tone, fetal heart rate and uterine contractions, etc. data through fetal monitoring.

Is considering the possibility of induction of labor, but this value specialists must first what is the maturity of the cervix and what result gives the index named Bishop. The value offered by this index is determined through data collection and presentation of the fetus and its preparation in the birth canal, and the conditions in which the cervix is. Depending on the score, would proceed to the induction of labor.

In the cuarentaiunava weeks of pregnancy if the cervix is ripe is possible to carry out the induction of labor, if not possibly wait another week. But as we said before, the most important data and priority is always taken into account before in one form or another is the fetal welfare.

A pregnancy can be prolonged for several reasons, a delay in the maturation of the brain, lungs or kidneys of the baby, a low level of estrogen due to functional deficiencies in the placenta and therefore a delay in the maturation of cervix, inhibition of certain chemical stimuli that trigger the onset of labor ... the truth is that there are several reasons that can slow down the mechanism of birth.

On the contrary, if it has started delivery mechanism, the steps are as follows: first, will have produced the descent of the fetus through the birth canal by the action of gravity, powerful uterine contractions push the muscles performed. The fetal head is flexed and the chin come in contact with your chest when you meet the first resistance on their way located in the pelvic floor. Embedding occurs later, as the fetus moves in its descent, to undertake a rotation of 90 ° left to adapt to the situation of the pelvic floor muscles, putting his face looking into the rectum of the mother.

The fetus continues to move through the birth canal until it shifts the external genitalia of the mother, ie the vulva. At this time the head is below the pubic symphysis (connection between the two sides of the pubis), just below the Mount of Venus. When the head is out, we proceed to make a 45 º returning to the starting position before the rotation will take place mentioned. As a result, over the shoulders of the fetus through the birth canal is much more feasible. The last phase is the expulsion, rapid phase in which after the departure of the shoulders, the rest of the body comes out with relative ease and little effort. Throughout this process, the support of the couple during labor plays a key role, physical and emotional support provided contributes to the smooth delivery.

The couple also is a medium in which to enjoy the calm and not lose your temper, your encouragement and sweet words, make more bearable this time. Anyway there is still much to discuss, such as cutting the umbilical cord, the possibility of carrying out a caesarean section, or the time when mother and son are skin to skin, and we will do in the 42 th week of pregnancy.

42 th week of pregnancy

42 th week of pregnancy



We address finally the 42 th week of pregnancy, the last week of pregnancy is considered term pregnancy. Remember that usually a term pregnancy lasts 40 weeks. If the future unborn baby in this week of childbirth necessarily natural either by induction or by Caesarean section.

As already mentioned in earlier weeks of pregnancy, do not know the exact reasons why a pregnancy is longer than another, but are known to influence different aspects such as the lack of maturation of the lungs, kidneys or fetal brain, which the mother has a very low level of hormones, placental deficiencies exist, lack of maturation of the cervix, etc.. Generally, if you reach the 42 th week of pregnancy, it is normal for the mother to worry, in fact, such pregnancies are associated with more complicated deliveries such as operative deliveries.

As indicated in the 40 th week of pregnancy, medical controls are much more comprehensive and fetal monitoring is done every three days, experts conducted at the 41 th week of pregnancy and this week, called the Index of Bishop, a test which result predicts the success of a natural birth induced. In a prolonged pregnancy the unborn baby is usually larger and therefore the possibility of complications and injuries occur in both the mother and baby.

Another problem addressed is the status of the fetus in prolonged pregnancy the placenta is less functional to the aged, which can affect the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the baby, the amniotic fluid can be reduced, hence specialists performed more frequently than fetal monitoring.

The truth is that you can highlight several complications, such as the presence of meconium in the amniotic fluid that is ingested by the baby, or stain your skin a yellow-green color due to the time that has been in contact with meconium. There are also more likely to occur umbilical cord compression and cause the so-called fetal distress, in any case, if the specialists detect or predict any complications, will act quickly to ensure the health of the mother and the unborn baby. In the event that there is a natural childbirth, at the 41 th week of gestation were explaining how they develop.

In the week of pregnancy cuarentaidosava specialists determine the maturity of the cervix, if it is mature induce delivery, otherwise work on the maturation and induce labor. Caesarean section is common in expectant mothers with prolonged pregnancy for the reasons previously described, but especially by the presence of meconium and the impossibility of inducing labor naturally. Some studies suggest that inducing labor with oxytocin and nulliparity (that is not never had children) significantly increase the risk that delivery is by Caesarean section.

In this case there is a caesarean section for no reason and it can be necessary to perform this operation to safeguard the life of the fetus and the mother. The cesarean delivery is performed by an incision in the abdomen and then in the mother's uterus to extract the baby, there are different types of caesarean section, although the most common is called lower segment caesarean section, the court made specialists is above the edge of the bladder in order to achieve more effective healing and less blood loss. Caesarean section is almost required when a vaginal birth is not feasible or can lead to serious complications such as those we have previously cited.

But back to the delivery mechanism, whether by inducing natural childbirth is achieved, this will be as follows: after the fall of the fetus through the birth canal by the action of gravity, powerful uterine contractions push the muscles will proceed to the head of the baby will flex and your chin will join his chest at the first resistance offered by the pelvic floor, then there is the incision and the fetus moves and makes a 90 ° rotation to the left to adapt the status of the pelvic floor muscles. The progress of the fetus causes a shift of the external genitalia of the mother. Now the baby's head is just below the pubic symphysis, below the Mount of Venus.

Specialists may perform an episiotomy is a surgical incision is made in the perineum and the vaginal muscles with a scalpel, in order to prevent tearing in the pelvic floor muscle. It must be said that episiotomy is contraindicated by the World Health Organization if done as a precaution. In the case of a prolonged pregnancy is warranted by the size of the fetus.

When the head is out and while continuing contractions, carries out a rotation of 45 ° and the fetus takes up the position before they perform the rotation of 90 °, this rotation allows the passage of the shoulders of the fetus through the channel delivery. It only remains the expulsion phase, following the departure of the shoulders, leaving the rest of the body quickly. The specialists come to make the cut the umbilical cord connecting link between the baby and mother throughout pregnancy, you can proceed in two ways and everything will depend on the specialist who performs it. The first would be to clamp the cord and then cut, the second option would be to make the grip after a few minutes and then cut. At these times your baby is on your skin and I invade thousand feelings that only a mother can understand. Congratulations! new mothers.

Weeks of pregnancy

Weeks of pregnancy

To all the moms like to know how they will develop the weeks of pregnancy. In Pequelia we are going to provide a series of articles which may be used as a guide for guidance on the development of pregnancy your baby, since you experience the first symptoms of pregnancy until delivery.

Weeks of pregnancy guide will show in detail the changes in the body during pregnancy and fetal development show every week. It is the most beautiful experience one can live, so let's see how it will develop in this short summary and details, click on each week.


First Quarter

First week of pregnancy:
There was egg fertilization and cell division begins in the blastocyst, this week begins the path of the egg into the fallopian tubes.

Second week of pregnancy:
Embryonic development, the beginning of the formation of the baby's organs, the neural tube and development of the placenta. The mother begins to experience various changes in the body, estrogens are starting to do their work by inducing cell proliferation in some organs.

Third week of pregnancy:
The heart of the baby begins to operate and with it a number of mechanisms that allow the progressive development of the baby. The action of hormones in the mother causes many changes physically and psychically.

Fourth week of pregnancy:
The embryo begins to transform to adopt the baby's appearance, legs, arms and eyes begin to develop.

Fifth week of pregnancy:
The baby is like a Jewish way, begins to accelerate its growth, the mother felt more effects from your body changes, increased urination and senses seem to be further developed.

Sixth week of pregnancy:
The future baby grows, the eyes begin to adopt its position and the head is shown larger than the rest of the body, now has a slightly lower size of a walnut.

7 th week of pregnancy:
Now we can speak of the fetus, so far was an embryo, begins the maturation of some organs and growth in this week's spectacular. The brain begins to develop rapidly and the production of neurons is unstoppable. The placenta begins to undertake its role. The mother's body adapts to the new situation and the uterus gradually increases in size.

8 th week of pregnancy:
The fetus had reached 2 cm in size, the limbs are clearly visible and some features of his face, nose, eyes and mouth. The placenta supplies the baby through the umbilical cord and this is the power system throughout the pregnancy. The skeleton is formed, bones are not as we know, are still cartilage soft.

9 th week of pregnancy:
Begin to develop fetal joints, knees, elbows ... also appreciate more clearly the fingers and begin to form one of the signs of identity, fingerprints. Although in the eyes and eyelids are seen, are still not functional and must wait several weeks until finally open.

10 th week of pregnancy:
Awaited moment arrives, the first scan, but I must say that this can be done until the fourteenth week of pregnancy. In the future baby develops the digestive system, the intestines grow and with it all the organs associated with this system. The neural system is growing rapidly, the production of neurons is spectacular. In this first scan we can not wait to know the sex of the baby, but still can not accurately identify the fetus is about 4 cm.

11 th week of pregnancy:
The body of the baby begins to have greater autonomy, nerves and muscles begin to exercise, given early reflections, and kidney function and begins to produce urine that form part of the amniotic fluid. In the first quarter, the mother has increased about 2.5 kilos and hormonal turmoil begins to soften.

12 th week of pregnancy:
Fetal organs are already formed, but obviously still need to mature more, significant changes are observed anatomical and human profile is much more evident. Now the fetus is about 6 inches. The mom looks rejuvenated, radiant shows, this is due to increased blood flow and the action of the sebaceous glands.

13 th week of pregnancy:
The fetus grows rapidly, increasing in size and weight significantly, defined limbs and hands are about to be functional and will not be long until the baby suck the finger. The mother changes, your body adapts and begins to widen the waist, body secretions are more abundant, made sense perception is greater.



Second Quarter

14 th week of pregnancy:
The future baby is just 10 centimeters, is exercising some moves, shakes his head but there are still a few weeks so you can see some movements such as breathing and other activities. At this point the mother no longer suffers discomfort early pregnancy, usually nausea or dizziness has subsided, the belly grows but does not represent a nuisance, it must be said that the risk of abortion has receded.

15 th week of pregnancy:
The fetus is already sucking her thumb and weighs about 50 grams, you receive the lanugo and there is little to begin exercising their muscles. It's time for the mother to undergo some tests such as the Triple Screening in order to ensure that no genetic alteration in the baby.

16 th week of pregnancy:
Compensates for baby steps, until now the head was very large, the rest of limbs and trunk too small. The extremities are defined and have grown, like the trunk, gradually external stimuli are received by the fetus and reacts to them albeit weak. Is developed grasp reflex, senses light, there are many changes that will talk this week, by the way, now weighs in at 80 grams. The mother begins to feel the first movements made by the chair, is a very sweet and rewarding.

17 th week of pregnancy:
The vermix cover the baby, like the lanugo, a substance that protects it and that as pregnancy progresses gradually disappear. The fetus weighs more than 100 grams, the human aspect is much more defined. The body of the mother begins to prepare for the production of breast milk increases the size of the mammary glands.

18 th week of pregnancy:
The baby begins to kick, depending on the movements of pregnancy is clearly visible, especially the mother. The fetus begins to make facial gestures, the digestive system is exercised by the amniotic fluid, the baby hears sounds. Now weighs about 150 grams, but growth slows. Is the time of the second ultrasound, the specialist will determine the anatomical training and growth.

19 th week of pregnancy:
The baby becomes stronger, your bones will harden their rapidly developing nervous system and their movements are much more evident. From this point, the mother may begin to experience other changes in your body, swollen legs, spots appear on the skin and therefore some more signs of estrogen action.

20 weeks of pregnancy:
We are already halfway there, start the countdown to the awaited day arrives where you can see your baby. The fetus now weighs about 225 grams and has reached 20 centimeters in length. The fetus shows a fully human appearance and activity is evident, as clearly notice his first kicks.

21 th week of pregnancy:
The meanings in the fetus develop more evidence, taste and touch are experienced, eyebrows and eyelids have formed only lack eyelashes. The fetus now weighs about 340 grams, the mother begins to feel more evidence of the progress of pregnancy, fatigue, sleep and pain, are some of the symptoms.

22 th week of pregnancy:
The baby weighs almost 500 grams, the lips are clearly visible and in your mouth, inside of the gums begin to form what will be the teeth, but we must remember that until several months after birth, the baby teeth not make an appearance. The mother experiences the stretch marks, skin stretches and the umbilicus protrudes outward.

23 th week of pregnancy:
The baby's skin color and also acquires begins to smooth a result of its growth. The proportions of the body are more balanced and its weight has reached 500 grams. The mother suffered a slowdown in the movement began last week, there are some signs such as gingivitis and it is interesting to go to the dentist.

24 th week of pregnancy:
The unborn baby reacts to external stimuli, the interaction starts and reacts to your words or caresses. Light is perceived weak and his eyes are opened and closed. Continuous weight gain and has already overcome the barrier of 500 grams. The expectant mother's abdomen is growing strongly but the stretching of the skin produces itching, also become more obvious pregnancy pains, especially back pain.

25 th week of pregnancy:
Finally appeared the tabs on the lids of the fetus, the ear and the fetus develops amazingly sees all internal and external sounds. Soon reach the 1,000 grams. As pregnancy progresses, movements are clumsy mom, a matter of course taking into account the continuous change in the body. This week, O'Sullivan performs the test to detect if there is gestational diabetes.

26 th week of pregnancy:
This week of pregnancy is characterized by increased expression of the baby's reflexes, sudden external noises and waving it reacts to them, sucks her thumb with greater frenzy. The digestive system works more efficiently and to eat and a pint of fluid. The mother continues to experience the usual aches and pains of pregnancy, which makes sense given its advanced stage.

27 th week of pregnancy:
The baby's movements are constant and the interaction is more, the baby reacts to the rhythm of life of the mother. The pectoral muscles begin to make the movement of breath, but actually not breathing and no air in his lungs, is a way of preparing the entire system when it comes time for the happy event. Soon enter the final stage of the pregnancy and now are much more evident now, be patient, there is less and must be calm and quiet the last stage of gestation.

28 th week of pregnancy:
This week marks the end of the second trimester and the beginning of the third, the baby is familiar with the voice of parents and well recognized, their neurological system is very developed. The fetus is now about 25 inches and has already exceeded 1,000 grams. The mother suffers significant changes to hormonal changes in small time, the uterus exerts greater pressure and may start to notice Braxton Hicks contractions, is the hardening and contraction that makes the uterus ready for labor.



Third Quarter

29 th week of pregnancy:
The fetus is very active and suffer greatly every move, this is the stage where the baby is gaining weight more quickly and at this point and is approximately 1,400 grams. Its size is already large, about 42 centimeters and its continued growth requires more nutrients provided by the mother. From this week the mother's weight gain is also higher and about half a kilo of weight per week. Problems such as constipation are more obvious, which makes sense considering that it has slowed intestinal transit.

30 th week of pregnancy:
Vermix There are new layers to better protect the baby, its weight is 1,500 grams and measuring about 43 centimeters. The body of the mother is giving way to the fetus and the pelvis and hips expand. Notes and produces higher pressure causing urination may even leak urine when you laugh. It is interesting to perform exercises that strengthen the pelvic floor such as Kegel exercises. Continues to produce hormones and mood state changes, increase the desire to reach the happy day of birth.

31 th week of pregnancy:
The baby notices the lack of space, something evident considering that in this last quarter growth is higher and the mother's body can not make much anymore. The mother's body is prepared quickly for the time of birth and begins to form breast milk, you can even see that get a little colostrum. In this week may begin to appear blood loss in pregnancy.

32 weeks of pregnancy:
Your baby's fingernails have grown to the tip of your fingers, measure and about 47 centimeters and is about to reach two kilos. The mother feels very heavy and fatigue is becoming increasingly clear.

33 th week of pregnancy:
The baby's brain is very active, despite having very few life experiences, is able to dream and thus appears to be displayed in rapid eye movement performing. The fetus has already exceeded the two kilos of weight and size reaches 47 centimeters. The mother continues to experience increasing discomfort, you may receive the so-called carpal tunnel syndrome, a neuropathy characterized by the pressure exerted by the carpal tunnel located in the median nerve in the hand and forearm. The consequence is sore fingers and wrists.

34 weeks of pregnancy:
The fetus reacts to all stimuli received and the extreme activity combined with long periods of sleep. It requires a lot of calm and tranquility, the fetus must be calm and avoid receiving continuous external stimuli to ensure adequate rest and development. It weighs about 2,000 grams and is approximately 50 centimeters in length. Symptoms begin to appear prepartum, especially the false labor pains related to Braxton Hicks contractions.

35 th week of pregnancy:
The lack of space for the fetus is obvious, but there is little, his head has finally reached its size and neuronal connections have reached an amazing, no less than 100 trillion. Nature is wise and transferred the body of the baby with temporary immunity to certain diseases will be protected after birth. The baby will fall into place standing in the fetal position and her head is at the bottom of the pelvis. Mom's belly shows impressive, but still stretch a little more.

36 weeks of pregnancy:
Fewer baby's movements, something evident given that only space left, the road started last week to be fitted can be completed and ready for delivery. The pressure in the mother's body is very large, compressing the lungs, ribs and lower abdomen due to lightening. Increase the checks carried out by the specialist to ensure the good health of both.

37 weeks of pregnancy:
The ultrasound will show if the baby is ready for the birth and if their position is correct. These are happy times, there is little for the awaited day, but they are also moments of great discomfort, it is difficult to sleep, move, etc. Braxton Hicks contractions increase and we must be careful to distinguish the true from the false labor symptoms.

38 th week of pregnancy:
Countdown, the baby may be born at any time, remember that the date is unpredictable and can move forward. After 38 weeks of pregnancy must be very aware of the signs of labor. The baby is fully developed and their lungs are ready to breathe. The uterus has been declining adapting to the impending birth, this has made you breathe better and your digestive system work better by reducing some of the pressure. It's time to have prepared the baby's layette, can occur anytime delivery.

39 th week of pregnancy:
The baby has reached the appropriate weight and measures around 50 inches, although these data will depend on each pregnancy and each baby. He has started to accumulate the result of meconium amniotic fluid intake. The mechanism that triggers the delivery can occur at any time, and it does the lung maturity of the baby and the protein secreted by altering the production of hormones, there will be a chain reaction that will cause the production of oxytocin.

40 weeks of pregnancy:
Everything is ready, the future baby is engaged, the vermix has virtually disappeared, at any time you start the game, now more than ever we must be alert to signs of labor, signs such as broken water (breaking the bag amniotic fluid), regular contractions or loss of bright red blood, betray the onset of labor.

41 th week of pregnancy:
The 41 th week of pregnancy corresponds to the description prolonged pregnancy, starting this week the checks performed by specialists on the development of pregnancy is much more comprehensive monitoring fetal welfare especially. Is considering the possibility of inducing natural childbirth as long as the Bishop score is favorable, although this decision may be postponed to next week if not start delivery mechanisms.

42 th week of pregnancy:
In the 42 th week of pregnancy, childbirth is a fact, whether induced or by cesarean, specialists thoroughly monitor the status of the amniotic fluid, will be held every three days, fetal monitoring, assessing the ripening of the cervix, etc.. The Bishop score will determine the viability of natural labor induction. This week the risks of complications are higher and in most cases should have a caesarean section.

Early detection of deafness

Early detection of deafness



A few months ago talked about the number of cases of babies with hearing impairment and carried out campaigns to raise awareness among parents about the importance of early detection of this problem. Today I'm highlighting the program for early detection of deafness or hearing loss that takes place five years ago at the University Hospital of Valme (Sevilla).

This is a program for early detection of deafness that has performed more than 16,500 infants to detect the earliest possible hearing impairment problems can have a baby and provide the appropriate treatment will improve the perception and quality baby's life.

During the five years of the program, experts have noted that two of every thousand babies have some type of hearing loss is severe or in part. The national studies show that five out of ten thousand children suffer from some degree of deafness, this figure could be reduced if screening had been carried out, since in some cases the problem treated in time allowing the baby to recover in a short period of time.

To detect hearing loss with simple, painless test the baby, which consist of the issuance of a sound through a headset that little should listen. This test is performed prior to discharge to the small, but before their second month of life should return to it to see if everything is correct.

If the second date is any abnormality, you will have a third test after the sixth month of life. After these tests can confirm the existence of a hearing and make the appropriate treatment to try to solve the deafness, whether through a cochlear implant (a transducer that converts acoustic signals into electrical signals that stimulate the auditory nerve, you can find more information Federation of Associations of Cochlear Implants in Spain) or other methods of rehabilitation according to the degree of deafness which detects the specialist.

Early detection of deafness is very important because you can take steps to try to alleviate it or at least improve the situation of the small hearing.

Fetal monitoring test

Fetal monitoring test



Fetal monitoring is a test that is especially important during the last month of pregnancy, experts can determine it through a CTG, fetal heart rate, blood flow changes, fetal vitality, contractions or pressure utero. In this test the fetus should be awake and sleep if you try to wake up by eating something sweet, through moves made in the abdomen by the midwife or otherwise, must be allowed to re-active.

There are two types of fetal monitoring, the first type is the external fetal monitoring, the experts determined the fetal heart rate through sensors located in a belt that is placed on the mother's belly while lying down. Internal fetal monitoring is the second type of monitoring are placed in the baby's head electrodes through the cervix with the same purpose as in external monitoring.

With regard to internal fetal monitoring, the problems encompassed by this test are the need to break the membranes, which is associated with increased risk of infection. Also of note the way in which the device is placed, if too tightly could cause injury to the uterine wall or the fetus. On the other hand, experts indicate that this test data collected are more precise, the basal tone (intrauterine pressure of the uterus at rest), the intensity of contractions and duration, etc..

In the external fetal monitoring, the benefits mainly notice is that this is a non-invasive, comfortable and also provides a record of the frequency and duration of contractions continuously. However, experts stress and disadvantages of external monitoring an inability to determine the intensity of the contractions with precision, continuous position changes to be made by the mother to collect data, or data loss that occurs between each contraction.

In the last weeks of pregnancy, the monitoring is done weekly, but when you go beyond 40 weeks of gestation, the test is usually done every three days until the time of delivery, although this may vary depending on the data that have been previously collected that show the status of the baby and mother. Fetal monitoring is a test that takes about 30 minutes and did not involve any complications, at least in the case of external fetal monitoring.

After completing the test, experts interpret the data through graphical and assess whether there are any problems such as fetal distress or other anomalies. A baby's heart rate fell below the 120 beats per minute or exceeding 160 beats per minute determine possible complications, in this case would be conducted tests.

The fetus is protected from influenza A

The fetus is protected from influenza A


The fetus is protected from influenza A, this is the conclusion reached following the death of two pregnant women and health care enjoyed by newborns. Experts say the H1N1 flu is contracted through the respiratory tract and not enter the bloodstream, the channel that could reach the placenta and thus the fetus. Not so with other diseases that were initially contracted by inhalation, and after spending several days of incubation, the pathogens fail to reach the bloodstream and infect the baby.

The flu virus is currently not hazardous to the unborn babies, the only possibility of catching the disease would be at the time of birth if the mother could result in the spread coughed. Anyway, do not rule out the possibility that one day the virus will mutate and end reaching the bloodstream to be so dangerous to the fetus.

The agency reduced moms natural cellular immunity in favor of fetal growth, so they are a higher risk group compared to the activity of influenza A/H1N1 virus. Experts say reducing the defenses is felt especially during the last months of pregnancy, increasing the likelihood of occurrence of serious complications for the mother in the case of contracting the virus, but the fetus is safe from the flu A.

According to statistics provided by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, the incidence of the disease in expectant mothers is four times higher than that occurring in the rest of the population, but also high number of deaths, these data are available through digital publishing scientific Lancet.

According to global estimates, a large part of humanity will end up contracting the influenza virus A, each day being diagnosed and although the death rate is low, experts are cautious about the possibility of new mutations. Influenza A is behaving differently and seems to affect more virulent to the elderly and children, which makes sense given that their bodies are less mature or are most vulnerable to the disease. Therefore, preparing thousands of vaccines to prevent the disease could affect these segments of the population, especially the vaccination of high risk groups, pregnant women, under 15 and elderly people.

At the moment all the children born of women with the flu are healthy, but as we said before, do not rule out a mutation allowing the disease to reach the fetus.

Crib for twins

Crib for twins

Micuna specializes in the manufacture of products and accessories for babies, which has extensive experience in the sector since 1973 seeks to improve the quality of life of babies and their parents by providing all types of furniture suited to the demands of each family, an example is this crib for twins.


The sides of the crib Elegance Due slide and removable, making it easier to access the two babies, the mattress can be installed on three levels, small as they grow and develop, we can reduce the height of the base and prevent them out of its nest.

Another notable feature of the crib for twins and fraternal twins is the head, once it has exhausted the life of the crib, we can use to form beds.

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Due Elegance cradle is made of beech wood, comes in three colors, white, honey and Ember, the price is probably high, 550 euros, but we must take into account the quality of materials, functionality and capacity it is as if we were to buy two cribs.

You can buy the crib for twins Elegance Baby Due in stores specialized.

Child Hypertension

Child Hypertension



Because more and more frequent cases of hypertension in children, European Society of Hypertension, with the help of the Spanish Center for Biomedical Research Network on Pathophysiology of Obesity and Nutrition (Ciberobn) is threatening to publish the first guidance on hypertension in children.

Hypertension is a phenomenon that increasingly have more population and is associated with a sedentary lifestyle, overweight and obesity, etc. Blood pressure should be regulated according to the metabolic activity of each person, for example, is normal in a stress situation or in a place where a lot of noise, there is an increase of tension spontaneously. When blood pressure is above 140/90 mmHg even in a state of relaxation and peace, we say that a person has hypertension.

Having high can lead to numerous complications, can suffer kidney problems or cardiovascular events. Hence the importance of regularly monitoring and reviewing blood pressure, especially during pregnancy, because as you can read in the post hypertension in pregnancy, during pregnancy, increased blood pressure can cause serious complications for mother and the baby.

As reported by the European Centre for Hypertension, Europe has improved detection and treatment of hypertension succeeding in reducing complications and illnesses, but still has a lot to do, we must take into account that hypertension remains a major cause of mortality in the world.

The experts provide some tips for reducing the incidence of hypertension, that people carry out a proper diet, exercise is that health professionals do more follow-up of pressure control and emphasize what can cause the patient to change their living habits and strictly follow the treatment that you send.

Therefore, experts advise to various campaigns on the importance of blood pressure and have produced guidance on child hypertension, as it is unfortunately a problem that is occurring increasingly in children because of their bad habits.

Hypertension is an epidemic that now affects about one billion people around the world and that continues to grow. It affects 3% of children, resulting in a serious problem that can be prevented by healthy habits like exercise, a healthy diet and avoiding a sedentary lifestyle.

The guide will be published shortly and will be a good tool for more details about child hypertension, through your reading you can discover the different degrees of involvement of hypertension and recommend treatment to follow. The guide is designed for the purpose of reducing rates of hypertension in the population, remember that effective prevention of various diseases begins in childhood.

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Cuddly toys and accessories for children with asthma or allergy

Cuddly toys and accessories for children with asthma or allergy



If you are looking for accessories for stuffed animals or children with asthma or allergy, will be missed Sinalergia access, a store specializing in baby products that relieve symptoms associated with allergy or asthma in children. Their products are made with natural and organic materials that have been subjected to rigorous controls to determine which contain no chemical that can cause an asthma attack or different allergies such as conjunctivitis, eczema or atopic dermatitis among others.

In the case of soft toys and accessories for children suffering from asthma or allergy Sinalergia, noted that are offered with certification for Asthma & Allergy FriendlyTM, which ensures that the materials used in the manufacture of stuffed toys or accessories do not contain allergens or substances chemicals that trigger the crisis, or failing that can easily be removed by washing, as in the case of mites or dust.

Today we want to highlight children's stuffed animals for children who suffer allergies or asthma, as shown in the picture that illustrates this post. They are stuffed animals that have undergone extensive testing all types to ensure its durability and low levels of allergens. The resistance offered, allows them to be washed as often as necessary to maintain the very low levels of allergens. Naturally, we also offer other models of stuffed animals and toys to meet the needs of each child, dogs, giraffes, dolls, teddy bears, etc..

Selecting this type of toy reduce the amount of allergens that come into contact with children who have asthma or allergy, but it is also necessary to follow the action plan recommended by the experts, this would significantly reduce those factors leading to crisis , recommended to read something about childhood asthma in the post.

Returning to Sinalergia, it is noteworthy that in this portal, plus toys, accessories and products we can find ideal for babies who suffer from dermatitis, bath oils, diapers, moisturizers ... We also offer household products very interesting, an example Wash the ball is organic product that can wash clothes without the use of detergents that can leave children's clothing allergens trigger symptoms and allergic reactions mentioned.

We hope you find it interesting to know the existence of these products, in addition to preventing health problems in children, allows little ones to enjoy an environment free of allergens but full of life, that is, stuffed animals and objects usually brighten your room.

Psychological Pregnancy

Psychological Pregnancy



Craving and wanting to be a mother, can cause a woman suffers a psychological pregnancy, it is a condition in which a woman believes she is pregnant without being pregnant, something logical bearing in mind that you may experience many of the early symptoms of pregnancy. Generally, psychological or pseudocyesis pregnancy affects women, although men can also experience symptoms.

In a psychological pregnancy psychological factors involved, ie, mental processes, and neuroendocrine factors, processes in which the nervous system interacts with the endocrine system by altering some hormonal mechanisms or mechanisms that regulate behavior, mood, etc..

With regard to psychological factors, are generally the primary responsibility of having a psychological pregnancy, and is also responsible for various psychiatric disorders called somatoform disorders. Patients suffering from this disorder suffer from physical symptoms such as pain, nausea, dizziness, etc., Without any justification that organic causes.

Having trouble conceiving, suffer infertility or sterility and also with all the forces want to be a mother, could lead to a psychological pregnancy. With regard to neuroendocrine factors, as we said before, influence the activity of hormones and we know that hormones play an important role in pregnancy. There is a hormonal dysfunction that causes the loss of ovulation or anovulation, menstrual flow also disappears, and the high level of progesterone hormone and prolactin (a hormone that stimulates milk production) originate lactation, a period which usually begins after birth and increases milk production.

In a psychological pregnancy for nine months, the body is altered in the same way that if there really pregnant, abdomen progressively increases resulting from increased volume of the uterus, but unlike a real pregnancy, there is no a blurring of the navel. Was suffering from dizziness, nausea and even weight gain, she goes so far as to perceive fetal movements.

Must be said that the numbers of women suffering psychological pregnancy has declined as have advanced techniques of fertilization and assisted reproduction techniques that have allowed many women motherhood design problems.

Plastic bottles, a hazard to babies

Plastic bottles, a hazard to babies



In recent years, researchers studying a compound found in plastics used to manufacture bottles, to seal the trays of prepared food and also in bottles, it comes to Bisphenol A.

This compound has been reported in these studies as the cause of various health problems, cancer, abortions, etc. Well, we have seen a warning in Canada in which to prohibit the marketing of all plastic baby bottles because they can be a hazard to babies.

The reason for this is the recent research with mice in which there are harmful effects on the nervous and hormonal systems of fetuses, newborns and children. In addition, the Canadian government has just sent a preliminary report of the results of investigations to the U.S. government. It emphasizes that exposure to Bisphenol A causes the damage we have mentioned earlier.

Current levels of this substance in food materials are harmful to children. In the alert, the EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) indicates that a new study to test the effects and the above conclusions. I honestly do not understand very well the position of the EFSA, many studies showing the danger of this element in children and we can trace some years ago.

Should not the EFSA, as a preventive measure to ban them too?, Have previous studies and research that would support the decision to them, plus any Canadian studies are reason enough to ban those plastic materials that incorporate Bisphenol A and it comes in contact with babies.

On why he has continued to use it is not difficult to imagine, as in most cases, are the economic interests prevail over the interests of health. We bottle feeding our children and this may be a potential danger to their health.

Via | The Daily Green
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Check baby's percentile iPhone

Check baby's percentile iPhone



It is amazing how, day by day, surprises us with technology advances that make our lives easier, especially in those areas where we need a security push or encouragement towards our often critical unknowns. This is true of our experience as parents, especially the first time, in which we lost a man who still does not communicate in our language and with plenty of secrets to discover, and all without book instructions.

One of the biggest concerns in its first months of life is if your baby is developing well. The monitoring of weight and size is essential, through it we will know whether it is feeding properly. This uses tables called percentile for boys and girls different, and we can see if the growth process is still adequate. Well, now that we can make comparative measurements with our iPhone with complete assurance and security.

This new application, called "Baby Grow Log", is a software that calculates percentile newborn baby since birth until age 5, based on standard figures given by the WHO (World Health Organization). Also gives us the possibility to track up to three children at once, so it is very useful for parents who have twins or triplets.

The given data are: the evolution of weight and height, and the evolution of the percentile in weight and height. In this way we generated a landmark can be very useful when visiting the doctor and check all their development in a given time, may dispose of concerns about whether our child is growing properly.

The "Grow Baby Log" is available for iPod and iPod Touch, is expected to brief it is, too, to IPAD. As already happened with the story or the analysis of tears, also bodes well for this new application.

Via | Pequelia

Placental aging

Placental aging

The placenta is the place where he lives and to develop your baby during the nine-month-long gestation. It receives all necessary nutrients and oxygen so they can live and grow normally. But full operation begins from the 12th week of pregnancy because until then the baby is fed by other means: direct swallowing of tissue or blood cells called the trophoblast.


Although the placenta has an extraordinary power of regeneration, their life is limited to 42 weeks that is so important that pregnancies to term not longer than the time since, thereafter, the placenta begins to age and not perform its functions properly.

The placenta is formed by a group of hairs, called chorionic villi that are responsible for carrying oxygen and nourishment to the baby during pregnancy. These hairs can be young or immature, which are short and thick or mature, which are long and very thin. At the beginning of pregnancy are both young and mature because each one does its job completely different, but towards the end of pregnancy all the villi become mature, also losing the ability to regenerate. Once all the villi are mature placenta stops working properly, so the baby gets less oxygen and nutrition.

Some specific characteristics during pregnancy, such as multiple pregnancies or mothers over 35 years, can cause premature aging of the placenta. Similarly you have to wear a special watch for those pregnant women who suffer from high blood pressure or preeclampsia as they are often the main reasons for this anomaly.

Vía | Metro Baby

New technology for meningitis

New technology for meningitis




Recent research funded by the Meningitis Research Foundation and carried out by Queen's University and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust developed a new test for meningitis. They believe that this disease, if diagnosed in the early stages would have the ability to save lives.

We have developed a test by which you can get a result of rapid diagnostic analysis of the meningococcal bacteria. The speed with which it performs this test is very important because it will depend on tratamieno to continue with the children and the prevention of meningococcal septicemia in very little time exacerbates the disease state.

Professor Mike Shields, Queen's University Belfast and the Trust announced that the first symptoms are similar to those of a simple viral infection, so it is difficult to diagnose in its early stages. The rash associated with a positive result is a late sign and may not actually appear in children who have meningitis.

Today many doctors treat with antibiotics while awaiting the outcome (which takes between 24 and 48 hours).

But what is proposed is that by developing a computer that resembles a portable home printer, and using a sample of blood or secretions such as saliva, can be tested instantly if the child has meningitis or not ..

In addition to saving lives, early detection can potentially improve outcomes for patients with meningitis, note that this disease can sometimes worsen rather the future quality of life. The machine is being tested at the A & E Department of the Royal Victoria Hospital for Sick Children in Belfast.

Via | Queen's University Belfast

Medication dispenser bottle for baby

Medication dispenser bottle for baby



One of the most challenging tasks to which we face during the first months of life of our baby, is to procure the drug intake. For syrup, the pediatrician advised us to do it with a syringe, so we make sure the dose is correct and that the child, at best, take it in full, go directly to your body without loss.

But due to taste "strange" unknown component in a small food and their natural "distrust" with everything, even unknown to him, the most likely end up being expelled with the consequent anxiety of not knowing whether we should repeat the take it or wait for the next if some fluid had been swallowed. So to avoid all these dilemmas, some men skilled in the pediatric world, have invented this bottle which also includes a dispenser for baby syrups.

Medibottle allows us to get the right dose of medicine at the same time that our little one is taking, almost without realizing it, mixed with milk, water or juice. This would not miss the taste and will take it in its entirety without spills or distress.

Apparently this invention has been tested in clinics and maternity and is proving very effective. The child will normally take their food and when we believe it appropriate, we pressed the plunger of the syringe so that its contents pass to the bottle, so the youngster is taking his milk or juices with no notice, just the new ingredient.

Not currently marketed in Spain but we will soon be available in pharmacies. Its U.S. price is less than 10 euros and this has been achieved either through Ebay.

Postpartum Girdle Shrinkx Hips

Postpartum Girdle Shrinkx Hips



After birth, it is logical to widen the hips, a way to return to their original state before the design is to use the strip of UpSpring Hips postpartum Shrinkx Baby. This is a band that affects the hips and specifically in the pelvic ligaments and joints that have been relaxed to facilitate delivery.

For eight weeks, or during the time that the hormone relaxin is present in the mother's body, joints and ligaments are still flexible, which facilitates the work of compression that makes the belt postpartum Shrinkx Hips before hormone joints and ligaments disappear and resume their original hardness.

With Hips Shrinkx belt will reduce the width of the hips result of pregnancy and childbirth in a natural, continuous and uniform pressure exerted on the hips slowly back and within stipulated time after delivery ( 8 weeks) to its original position. The illustration shows where a band is placed comfortable being uncomfortable and not be seen either with clothing, is an elastic strip with varying levels of personal pressure because every pregnancy is different and hip width varies.

Using the Hips Shrinkx postpartum belt seems very simple, just place it below the hip bones and fix it firmly with velcro system. Sure, some doubts arise us, is there a scale on the pressure and what is the most appropriate in each case?, Keep in mind that the obsession to recover the initial position of the hips could lead to a mother to put too much pressure on hips, "would have a problem with them this attitude?

Obviously every woman who will decide and the pressure gauge should exercise belt, we find very interesting product, especially for those women concerned about her figure after pregnancy. Through this link you will learn more about postpartum belt Shrinkx Hips.

Handysitt highchair chair and of minui

Handysitt highchair chair and of minui

Within the travel high chairs, the HandySitt Danish firm has one of the best known and its new chair HandySitt become the perfect partner for both home use or travel.


A few days ago HandySitt has launched a high chair, elegant and ideal practice for more little ones intended to join the portable highchair that fits perfectly with its magnetic attachment ensures complete safety.

The two together form a functional pair that evolves with the growth of the child. Not only is intended for use as desktop highchair at home, but also can be removed, used as a portable high chair and carry wherever you go on the road. Moreover, when the child grows, the chair will suit your needs making it easier access to it through the two steps you have in your front.

Both Handysitt highchair as the chair is manufactured by hand in Europe with birch wood. The HandySitt chair, which is new this year, complies with European safety legislation in the School Furniture and was a finalist products in the category of children's furniture to innovation prize Kind und Jugend 2009.

The highchair is recommended for children 6 months to 5 years old and the chair could be used by children of all ages, designed to facilitate the integration of the smallest in the table at family mealtimes.

The HandySitt chair you can find in the black, birch and walnut, weighs just over 4 kilos (4.35 kg) and measures 375 (width) x 540 mm (deep) x 795 mm (high).

The price of the chair is approximately € 119.50 and the high chair (with three-point harness) 69 €. Shops can be found in childcare and the network.
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The toilet sponge

The toilet sponge



Although children usually enjoy the water and bath time is to relax and predispose to sleep, some babies go wrong when you get into the water and do not enjoy as they should, for this we can choose a little bathroom space and instead gasitas wash, dry sterile sponge or a baby toilet. This will avoid a hard time passing and give time to become accustomed to the bathroom.

In addition to the cleaning sponge can be very handy if you're away from home and we can not bathe normally, or if you are sick and do not want to put him in the water to prevent unnecessary cooling.

The key to the toilet to have a sponge is stable and impervious surface, put a towel over changer and prevent monks all around. Prepare a couple of containers with warm water, pour the soap in a baby while the other will serve to rinse afterwards.

As for the cleaning can begin with the eyes, with a sterile gauze soaked in clean water and to wet the eyes carefully for each eye gauze to prevent unnecessary infections and one for each eye gauze when dry The same procedure for the ears, yes cleaning only the outer zone is seen, never inside the ear could cause ear infections because if you introduce water. The nose is best cleaned with saline in order to eliminate any sign of congestion that may be due to the mucus.

Then we can move on to the neck, with the sponge, including the armpits and folds of the thighs and little arms, with great care to dry them well afterwards so there can be very annoying cause injury if the area is wet. As for the bum, cleaning sponge is very good, yes to clean if it's a girl from front to back to avoid infection.

When it gets dirty just too small so the days are going to use the toilet sponge is not necessary to wash the head, but if want to do is wet and rinse a little careful that water does not fall on eyes or ears, and you have to dry a little quickly because they lose heat through your head.

Via | Magazine SerPadres / pequelia.es

Children's furniture to encourage physical activity

Children's furniture to encourage physical activity

Bobles is a Danish company, founded by sisters Blædel Bolette and Louise, who developed a line of children's furniture to promote physical activity and fun Romping called Animal. You could say that is furniture that combine some aspects of exercise equipment, and design and functionality of certain children's furniture.



As you can see in images, come in different shapes that emulate different animals, despite showing edges and corners, there is nothing to fear, because the material they are made is a very solid and compact foam able to resist the actions of children.

We could say that they are toys, and children can play with them, the forms are varied and mimic animals like elephant, crocodile, a snake or a pig, among others. Another important feature to note is the composition of the foam, do not contain any allergen, toxin or phthalates. Although it is furniture foam, density prevents water or moisture can be absorbed, they are very easy to clean, simply pass a damp cloth.

The design of each model is subject to specific functions, so the foam furniture Bobles elephant has the ability to develop and strengthen the balance, just put it upside down so that it becomes a rocker or a comfortable seat, when lying on the elephant in its original position without realizing the child strengthens your abdomen and back.



The crocodile looks like a three-step ladder where they can sit three children, if you turn becomes a kind of abdominal bench or a platform to lie quietly on it. Each position of the Bobles promotes physical activity, imagination and creativity, helps children develop motor skills and understanding of your body. With children's furniture that encourage physical activity can jump, roll, crawl, balance and even dance to the playful and physiotherapists aim is abundantly proven.

But we also need to highlight the role of rest and relaxation, as we said before, depending on the position will be different purpose, can be used as a table, chair or a couch to read fairy tales. As a bonus, I must say that foam when the children may be transported without being heavy, not to scratch the ground by dragging and not make noise.

Some curiosities of pregnancy

Some curiosities of pregnancy



There are many symptoms and situations that may or may not affect women during pregnancy, such as nausea, cravings, hobbies olfactory ... This happens to all women or all pregnancies occurs because a woman who has been pregnant more than once you'll see that on each occasion is different from above. So many think they are urban legends, topics typical war stories of his grandmother ... and / or other we can be identified with each situation. So here we bring you a list of curiosities and surprises that can happen during pregnancy.

We've all heard the phrase macho 'do you have to come the rule or what? ", With that we have suggest that premenstrual syndrome in which we suffer excessive mood swings and they (innocent victims <- irony) must endure. During pregnancy because we shoot our hormones and we have some mood swings that border on eccentricity. We can be happy and laughing one moment and the next second mourn desperately silly. This situation usually occurs in the first quarter and late in the third quarter.

Something very strange is the change that affects our body, and not referring to the growth of our belly / belly, but for example the increase in our breasts, the change of color (and size) of our nipples and passing the high sensitivity to have. And the bra size you have to add not only the increase of the breasts, but also the enlargement of the rib cage. So do not be alarmed when to buy nursing bra (that's so useful that opens in front) I give it two sizes larger.

When a woman becomes pregnant a much more beautiful (and much uglier). And is that revolutionized our hormones there is a greater supply of blood that affects several of our bodies. As a result we have more pigment in the skin and more fat secretion, that can take you from having a color that favors you with a glow that draws attention to fill the skin of unsightly blemishes and many grains. Every pregnancy is different, so all we can recommend is a good protective sunscreen to avoid worsening the situation.

During pregnancy, usually toward the end, many women feel the need to clean and prepare the baby's room, anxiety and / or near-obsession with having everything ready before the next arrival of the baby home. It is the need to prepare the nest, a place where you and the child you will be protected and somehow you know that when you arrive you will not have enough time to devote to it. This is very normal, but remember to be careful not to overdo it too much.

It is said that when one is pregnant with a boy, this will typically grow hair on the abdomen, around the nipples or even the face. Anything can be. In addition, most experienced changes in hair like a hair grown more pronounced than usual and you drop less, but although this was offset after childbirth, where the majority of hair will drop more than usual. This situation is temporary after pregnancy everything back to normal.

The swelling in the ankles and feet is very, very common. And that can reach up to us to change the number of footwear.

One thing we do not usually talk but are not preventing hemorrhoids and constipation during pregnancy. As blood volume has increased and the uterus presses the pelvis, the veins in the rectal area enlarged. We all know that hemorrhoids can be painful, bleed, itch ... and if we add the constipation so common during pregnancy ... a real disaster.

But while all this may seem to you something that you would desire or your worst enemy, the pregnancy is the most beautiful state in which a woman can be. We will be more beautiful and dear, we will notice a new life grows within us, we will notice his first kick, his first move, we'll have that special connection ...

Painting children's rooms slate

Painting children's rooms slate

The slate painting children's rooms can be a useful resource to enhance the artistry of children, allowing them decorate the room as desired using colored chalk. Sufficient to pass a damp cloth to remove the pictures as many times as necessary, making the children's room on a huge blackboard.



The chalkboard paint is a water-based paint formulated with a low content of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), chemicals that contain carbon, bromine, sulfur, chlorine, etc., Which are easily converted into gases or vapors. These may affect the health of children depending on the composition and cause nausea, eye irritation, dizziness, etc. Also noteworthy are elements that show little respect for the environment, but will discuss this issue further at another time. For now, I must say that the slate painting children's rooms complies with EU rules to prevent environmental impact and ensure the health of children.

Fourth Color a company dedicated to the world of children and young decoration, also offers vinyl chalkboard paints and adhesives to decorate the walls and furniture, fabrics and wallpaper the nursery with designs attractive and pleasant, and so on.

In the case of slate paintings, Fourth Color offers six colors, blue, mauve, orange, pink, turquoise and green colors are bright and cheerful, and especially chosen because they manage to enhance children's drawings done with chalk. It must be said to be used soft chalk of the type sold in stationery stores school supplies or other kinds of chalk may scratch the surface.

Although you can use a damp cloth to clean the slate, you can also purchase a blackboard eraser handy latex dry erase, it will be enough to clean with soap and water after accumulation of excess chalk. For a thorough cleaning of the wall, the damp cloth with a mild detergent is the best option. Through the company's website you can learn more about painting and how to apply on different surfaces, since it is also suitable for use on wood. This gives us an idea to build a huge slate of children using just a pot of paint and a wooden board.

The chalkboard paint is sold in 1 kilo jars with which you can cover an approximate area of five square meters and is priced at EUR 37'50, if you are interested in acquiring further blackboard eraser latex, this is marketed for 6 Euro '15.