7 Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms a Father Should Know

I'm going to share with you today on 7 signs of pregnancy and symptoms in hope it will be useful to couples who plan to have a baby. Why I'm saying this is that, it is more to precautions to not overdo yourself after knowing that you're pregnant to avoid miscarriage or worse, this goes to the partner also, It's good to be alert especially if you're planning. I've heard a lot of miscarriage stories because they didn't realize that they were pregnant. So for those planning to get pregnant, this would be a good read. This list is derived from my wife's symptoms when she get pregnant. To all the daddy's out there, this is a very good information for you to take note of.

1. Fatigue/Exhaustion
This normally happens on the early stages of pregnancy and also towards the end. The cheerful and energetic wife of mine became weak and easily exhausted.

2. Missed Period
This is a very obvious sign for those on a regular period cycle but not in the case of irregular period cycle like my wife. It's best to avoid any physical activities once you've passed your regular period cycle to be safe.

3. Heartburn & Gastric
This happens to my wife right now and I can tell you that it's not an easy feeling looking at your wife having the pain due to the higher amount of acid in the stomach. The enlargement of the uterus puts pressure on the stomach causing acid build-up. This can be avoided by drinking milk and avoiding spicy and oily food.

4. Frequent Urination
Enlargement of the uterus not only puts pressure on stomach but also the bladder causing the feel of going more often.

5. Soreness of the Breasts
Although this sign is also very common for an impending period but the soreness in this case is caused by the tissue changes preparing for pregnancy. You will also experience the breast became larger and the nipple will become bigger and darker.

6. Strange Cravings
Yup..I'm having more Chicken Rice now than ever in my entire life due to my wife's craving of it. Strange cravings for food is also a very normal sign of pregnancy.

7. Dizziness
This is because of the low blood pressure due to pregnancy, it do become worse at times if you are having the symptoms even when you're not pregnant like my wife.

So guys...that's 7 of the signs and symptoms that you can look into while planning. Remember future daddies, DO NOT allow your partner to do heavy physical works when they're pregnant, keep them happy & smiling all the time, be there when they need you, and do your share of house chores;-) Happy Planning!

 

10 Must Have Food Items You Should Eat When Trying To Get Pregnant Quickly

When planning a baby you should always remember that the health of the parents is very important for a healthy baby. In fact scientists have suggested that a baby's health is affected by the health of the grandmother. Following are a few tips for better health through good food habits. This will enable you to get pregnant quickly.

A balanced diet which has all the food groups in the right proportion is a prerequisite to a fast pregnancy. Minerals, vitamins and other nutrients are very essential for preparing the body to nurture the baby.

Some essential foods for getting pregnant quickly are given below -

1. Fresh fruits and vegetables

Include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet. Remember to wash them well and try to eat them freshly cut.

2. Wholegrain cereals

Try to eat wholegrain cereals over carbohydrates like potatoes and pasta as they provide the healthy extra calories required by you.

3. Protein-rich foods

Nuts, legumes, fish, eggs, chicken, and lean meat are rich sources of protein and an important part of your diet.

4. Oily Fish

Oily fish like tuna, sardines, trout, and mackerel twice every week is a much needed nutrient.

5. Dairy products

Yogurt, cheeses and milk are great sources of calcium which help you get pregnant faster.

6. Iron

The developing baby needs blood, thus eat more iron rich food like fortified breakfast cereals, green vegetables, bread, dried fruits, pulses, and red meat.

7. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Food rich in B6 (folic acid) are a must in this period as it increases the time period between ovulation and the start of the menstrual cycle - this increases the chances of implantation, thus increasing the chances of a successful pregnancy. Tuna, liver, kidneys, sardines, banana, egg yolk, soya, sweet potato, broccoli and asparagus are rich sources of folic acid and should be consumed daily.It is also believed that Folic Acid reduces the possibility of a miscarriage.

8. Zinc

Zinc is an important mineral as it prepares the body for pregnancy by helping the reproductive organs to function more efficiently by helping them to use the hormones - progesterone and estrogen more effectively. If a woman's diet is lacking in zinc it leads to a complication which damages the chromosomes. Oysters, wheat bran, pecan nuts and liver are very rich in zinc and are very essential not only to get pregnant quickly but also a healthy baby.

9. Vitamin E

Vitamin E or Tocopherol increases the chances of getting pregnant considerably as it increases the production of cervical mucus. It also improves the quality of the egg or ova. Rich sources of Vitamin E include sunflower oil, almond, wheat germ, tomatoes and kiwi fruit.

10. Green Tea

Green tea consumption aids getting pregnant easily as it do not allow the reproductive cells to be destroyed easily. It contains an antioxidant called polyphenol which protects the reproductive cells. But this is contradictory to the fact that caffeine intake should be stopped or restricted when you want to conceive.

Foods to avoid

Avoid painkillers, diet pills, stimulants, chocolate, cola, candy, soda, peanut butter, high-sugar drinks, spinach, bologna, lunch meats, salami, frankfurters, soy beans and other soy food for fast and healthy pregnancy.