chapter 6 preparing for birth. healthy pregnancy early signs of pregnancy missed period fullness or...
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Chapter 6PREPARING FOR BIRTH
![Page 2: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Healthy Pregnancy•E
arly signs of pregnancy• Missed period• Fullness or mild ache in abdomen• Tired, drowsy, faint• Tender breast• Nausea
•Obstetrician- doctor who specializes in pregnancy and birth• Early and regular checkups are very important!!!
![Page 3: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Initial Exam•B
lood pressure, weight, respiration, pulse•G
athers medical history•P
elvis is measured•U
rine analysis•B
lood test Anemia- iron deficiency Rh Factor- positive or negative
Mother and baby need to match or problems can occur
•Estimate of due date
![Page 4: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Discomforts of Pregnancy•N
ausea- most common complaint• ‘morning sickness’ can occur at any time of the day• Helps to eat small snacks frequently
•Sleepiness- mother and baby are growing rapidly
•Heartburn- burning in upper stomach• Eat less acidic, avoid strong spices
•Swollen legs- due to blood vessel pressure
•Cramping and lower back pain
![Page 5: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Possible Complications
Notify the doctor if any of the following occur:
•Vaginal Bleeding
•Unusual/sudden rapid weight gain
•Excessive thirst
•Painful urination
•Severe vomiting
•Fever
•Swelling
•Blurred vision or dizziness
![Page 6: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Eating for 2
•Protein- vital for growth & keeps mother’s body in good repair
•Vitamins- provide a wide variety of chemicals needed to form specific parts of the baby
•Minerals- help build bones & teeth• Iron- needed to build baby’s blood supply
•Carbs and Fats- provide heat & energy
•Drink plenty of clean water to keep hydrated
![Page 7: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
![Page 8: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Healthy Weight Gain Pounds
Weight of Average Baby 7-8
Placenta 1-2
Amniotic Fluid 1 ½ -2
Increase size of uterus & muscles
2
Breast Tissue 1
Increase Blood Volume 1 ½- 3
Fat Stores 5
Increase in Body Fluids 5-7
Total Weight Gain 24-30
![Page 9: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Personal Care & Activities
•Rest- more is needed• Frequent naps are helpful
•Exercise-moderate low impact exercise • helps keep the mother in good physical condition
•Hygiene- can still take a bath• be careful of slipping, helps to relax muscles
•Other Activities• follow same routine unless doctor says differently
![Page 10: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Getting Ready for Baby
•Maternity Leave- typically 6 weeks either paid or unpaid time off to recover & bond
•Paternity leave- time off for new fathers
•Must prepare other children for the new addition
•Choose a pediatrician- children’s doctor• Its wise to interview the doctor
![Page 11: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Benefits of…Breast Feeding + Perfect nutrition+ Immunity from diseases+ Fewer allergies & stomach
problems+ Mother loses weight faster+ Reduces mother’s chance
of breast & ovarian cancer
Bottle Feeding
+ Allows father/family to participate
+ Gives mother flexibility
+ Need fewer feedings
+ Mother’s diet is not restricted
![Page 12: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
Challenges of…B
reast Feeding-F
ather/family can’t participate-P
ainful for mother-H
ard to schedule around work/ activities
-More feeding times
Bottle Feeding
-Expensive
-No natural immunities
-More chance of allergies
-Potential lack of bonding time during feeding
![Page 13: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Expenses•B
udget- helps to organize & handle expenses•H
ealth care costs•M
aternity clothes•E
quipment, supplies, furnishings•F
ormula- approx $1200-$1500 p/ yr.•C
hild Care- over $100 per week
![Page 14: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Reducing Expenses•C
omparison Shop•B
orrow and buy used•N
ever buy a used crib, playpen or car seat- there may be safety concerns.
•Crib slats should not be wider than 2 3/8 inches
![Page 15: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Childbirth Choices•L
abor- process by which the baby moves out of the uterus• Moves into vagina in preparation for delivery
•Delivery- when the baby is actually born
•Prepared Childbirth- method of giving birth in which pain is reduced through the elimination of fear & conditioning exercises
![Page 16: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Who will assist? •O
bstetrician- doctor specialized in the care of pregnant woman and the delivery of newborns
•Family Doctor- qualified for normal deliveries
•Certified nurse midwife- registered nurse with midwife training
•Lay midwife- training in the care of pregnant woman & normal delivery• Does NOT have nursing degree
![Page 17: Chapter 6 PREPARING FOR BIRTH. Healthy Pregnancy Early signs of pregnancy Missed period Fullness or mild ache in abdomen Tired, drowsy, faint Tender breast](https://reader038.vdocuments.net/reader038/viewer/2022103101/5697c0091a28abf838cc74d2/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Where will delivery occur? •H
ospital Room•B
irthing rooms- mother labors & delivers in the same room (still at a hospital)• More of a family type atmosphere
•Options including under water births, special chairs, different positions
•Alternative birth centers- separate from hospital operated by midwives• Typically only for low risk mothers