...Prenatal and Postpartum Daily Activities Carla Robertson PSY/280 October 20, 2014 Jessica Barch MEMORANDUM TO: Prenatal and Postpartum Women FROM: Developmental Psychologist DATE: October 20, 2014 SUBJECT: Daily Activities CC: Jessica Barch Prenatal and Postpartum Daily Activities Once you become pregnant, your child’s health becomes your number one priority. Your baby’s development is strongly influenced by your health and habits. Positive habits such as diet, exercise, and a stress-free environment all contribute to adequate human development. Delivering a healthy baby while maintaining your health is the goal you want to achieve. By following this list of daily activities, you will be prepared to undergo the life changes that come during pregnancy. Daily Activities 6-Month Pregnant Woman You will see your doctor once a month for prenatal visits. During pregnancy, proper diet and exercise are directly related to how you will feel. You should take 1,000 mcg of folic acid every day. This will help prevent problems with your baby’s brain and spinal cord. Eating a balanced diet is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your baby. Eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, low-fat protein, and fiber. Eat enough calories; this may consist of 300 more than usual. Drink lots or water and get plenty of rest. You can do the same exercises you did before getting pregnant. This helps ease discomfort during pregnancy and can make...
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...Prenatal and Postpartum Scenario Vee Dubb PSY/280 August 12, 2012 Adams James Memo To: Pregnant and Postpartum Women From: Developmental Psychologist Subject: Prenatal and Postpartum Activities Date: November 8th, 2012 Most pregnant woman imagine how their developing fetus looks like, what the developing fetus is doing at a particular point, and aspire to deliver a healthy baby. Most important, many prenatal and postpartum women are eager to know what she can do to help deliver a healthy baby and how to care for the newborn. Here are some advices and activities offered to a prenatal, postpartum, and future development of a child includes healthy foods, consumption of adequate water, exercise, medication awareness, and emotions. One of the important factors that will positively affect the developing fetus is nutritional habit of the mother. Nutritional status with consumption of healthy food is the driving force behind attaining a healthy baby. A prenatal and postpartum woman would be advised to cultivate the habit of consuming healthy food because malnutrition in early state of pregnancy can affect the embryo’s ability to survive and poor nutrition in latter half of the pregnancy can affect the growth of the fetus. As noted in the text also that “prenatal care reduces the incidence of low birthweight, which is associated with poor nutrition, multiple births, and drug use” (Berger, 2010 p. 71). Examples of food incudes low fat milk, pasta, fruits, cereals, rice, and...
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...Prenatal and Postpartum Scenario Stephanie Thomas PSY/280 - Human Growth & Development August 11, 2015 Shannon Cassidy Prenatal and Postpartum Scenario MEMO To: 6-Month Pregnant Woman From: Stephanie Thomas, Developmental Psychologist Date: August 11, 2015 Re: Daily Activity List The following memo is a daily activity list for your 6-month pregnancy timeline consisting of three activities that positively affect your infant’s future development. Along with the daily activity list in the following paragraphs you will receive and explanation of the importance of these activities for the baby’s development. These activities will also assist in any future pregnancies you may choose to have. These activities and explanations will be based on developmental theory. The following paragraph will start the discussion with the first and second daily activity along with the explanation of these activities. First daily activity, maintain a healthy, balanced diet. Eating the correct amount of fruits and vegetables, carbohydrates and protein, such as fish, lean meat, eggs and nuts will help with your baby’s development. Try to two portions of fish a week, at least one of which should be oily. Fish is packed with protein, vitamin D, minerals and omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are important for the development of your baby's nervous system. Second daily activity, take a supplement. Pregnancy vitamin supplements aren't a substitute for a balanced...
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...Introduction to Humanities Pablo Hargrave HUM/100 (BSDP1J94B9) January 7, 2016 Instructor: GREGORY UNDERWOOD Art during the Middle Ages saw many changes and the emergence of the early Renaissance period. Byzantine Art was the name given to the style of architecture used in very early Middle Ages Art. This period was also known as the Dark Ages ( 410 AD - 1066 AD ). The advances of art in the Middle Ages was due to the changes in more liberal religious beliefs and the efforts and the pioneering art styles developed by the artists, sculptors and painters of the Medieval period of the Middle Ages. The Later Middle Ages saw the emergence of Gothic Art and the advances of art in the Middle Ages. During this period, artists broke away from the influences of the Byzantium and Romanesque art style. It developed into Gothic and Middle Ages visual art. Middle Ages art increased from the type of art depicted in Pietistic painting (religious art) in the form of illuminated manuscripts, mosaics and fresco paintings in churches. Christian Art - based on religion Romanesque Art Approximately 1000 A.D. to the 13th century. Spread across the whole of Catholic Europe Influenced by Byzantine art Gothic Art developed out of Romanesque art in the mid-12th century spread to all of Western Europe consisted of sculpture, panel painting, stained glass, and fresco. Byzantine Art had more of a symbolic approach developed out of the art of the Roman Empire iconography was created. The...
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...Prenatal and Postpartum Memo Deborah Roberts University of Phoenix/Axia College Online Human and Growth and Development PSY 280 October 13, 2012 Prenatal and Postpartum Memo Memo Pregnant and Postpartum Women Women who are pregnant or have just given birth should take care of their health. This consists of getting plenty of exercise, eating healthy, being free of stress, and getting enough rest. This is for the health of the mother and the growth of the child during the pregnancy and after the birth of the child. During the changes of the woman during and after the birth of the baby I have prepared a list that will positively affect the development of the child and mother. Diet during the pregnancy and birth of the child is important. In the sixth month of pregnancy a woman should eat several small meals during the day (approximately five). Your diet should consist of foods that are high in protein, iron, vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrates. It should be low in sugar, salt, and caffeine. Alcoholic drinks should be avoided, as should drugs not prescribed by your physician. Proper nutrition should be introduced to the child at the start of life. Regular exercise is essential to the health of the mother and child during the pregnancy and after the birth of the child. The best time to do the exercising is in the morning. Walking is one of the best ways to get endurance. When doing exercises you should focus on posture, abdominal strength, flexibility and cardiovascular...
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...as 7 to 12 per cent of men and 20 to 25 per cent of women will suffer from depression in their lifetime. Postpartum Depression or PPD is a serious disease that affects as many as 60 percent of new mothers. The new mother’s may not feel love for their newborn and may have no energy to take care of the child. They may also suffer from insomnia, excessive eating, anorexia, or even hyperventilation. They often feel guilty and worthless because they know that they should not feel this way. There is no set pattern for those who are most likely to be affected by Postpartum Depression. The purpose of researching Postpartum Depression and the treatments is to learn how to better care for the women and their children. Postpartum Depression is a serious illness and without proper treatment and attention the children born to women who develop Postpartum Disease may grow up without proper care and in the most serious of cases, some children die of neglect or abuse. The articles used for this paper investigate the mother’s relationship with their partner during pregnancy, the perception of prenatal partner support, the association of maternal and paternal PPD, and the associations of relationship adjustment and symptoms of depressions and anxiety. The knowledge gain from researching this topic and from the articles is that spousal support has become a very big factor in postpartum depression. Spousal support may be at risk during times of change or adjustment. Parenthood has been identified...
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...complications that the fetus can develop if left untreated. Many times hypothyroidism goes undiagnosed due to its symptoms similar to pregnancy. Thyroid hormones play a crucial role in pregnancy for fetus brain and developmental growth as well as the mother’s health. With the right medical management hypothyroidism and subclinical hypothyroidism during pregnancy can prevent fetal birth defects by mandated prescreening before, during, after pregnancy postpartum thyroiditis, educating the patient about medical treatment, medication and diet requirements and restrictions. Introduction “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”—Benjamin Franklin. Hypothyroidism during pregnancy is often overlooked. Women with thyroid problems are asymptomatic and not routinely screened even during and after pregnancy (Braverman, 2012). Thyroid hormones play a critical role during pregnancy both in the development of a healthy baby and maintaining the health of the mother. With proper management, hypothyroidism, subclinical hypothyroidism and postpartum thyroiditis during pregnancy can prevent fetal birth defects and health complications to the mother by mandatory screening, education, diet requirements/restrictions, and medical/medication treatment. Health care providers diagnose hypothyroidism in pregnancy through a careful review of symptoms and blood serum measurement of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and free thyroxine (FT4) levels (Buckley, 2012). Symptoms of hypothyroidism in...
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...The BFPC facilitate breastfeeding groups with women interested in BF. Make monthly phone contact with prenatal and postpartum mothers. Visits the postpartum floor at the main hospital SBH. This program permits help mothers to gain confidence in their mothering and breastfeeding abilities. According to the FNS data when mothers receive mother-to-mother support they are more likely to BF. The FNS fiscal year in 2012 is the following “The data indicate an overall 0.8 percentage increase in the number of total WIC infants reported as breastfed from 28.2% in FY 2011 to 29.0% in FY 2012. This increase in breastfeeding rates represents the successful efforts of WIC State and local agencies in continuing to provide quality breastfeeding services, including peer counseling, to WIC...
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...Japanese Patients March 28, 2012 Abstract Nurses need to be culturally congruent in order to offer culturally, competent care to their clients. To be able to care for Japanese women, during the prepartum, intrapartum, postpartum phases and for her newborn infant, it is necessary to have knowledge and continued education of the patient and her family’s culture and customs. The US Census Bureau accounts that approximately 1.3 million individuals of Japanese descent reside in the United State (US census bureau 2009). In the Japanese culture, the main focus for men is to support their family financially; therefore it is the woman’s job to care for their household. During the pregnancy and postpartum period, Japanese women will benefit from the care, support and education given by their nurse. Culturally Sensitive Nursing care in Maternity for Japanese Patients The nurse’s cultural knowledge and understanding of the patient’s religion, customs, beliefs, and nutritional preference, are crucial tools for successful communication. Teaching and implication of nursing intervention are also very important during: prenatal, postnatal and motherhood stages during her hospital stay and in the community setting. Japanese are taught the English language from the age of six; therefore a language barrier should not be an issue. “Harmony and consensus are vital part of any communication. Japanese make considerable...
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...Research Summary and Ethical Considerations Guidelines Breastfeeding self-efficacy of women using second-line strategies for healthy term infants in the first week postpartum Introduction Breastfeeding has numerous well-known health benefits (Alexander et al. 2010, Wojcicki et al. 2010).It protects both baby and mother from many diseases (Steube 2009). Breastfeeding self-efficacy (BFSE) supports breastfeeding initiation and duration. Many studies have reported the benefits of prolonged breastfeeding for mother and infant health, but the rate of breastfeeding is still decreasing during the first week postpartum. Mothers who discontinue breastfeeding early are more likely to report nipple pain, birth related pain, insufficient milk supply, and engorgement and fatigue in the early postpartum period. This study informs readers that Breastfeeding self-efficacy of women using second-line strategies for healthy term infants in the first week postpartum can improve the confidence of mothers in their ability both to breastfeed and to persevere in establishing breastfeeding when difficulties are encountered. Background of study The study describes the breastfeeding problems during the first week postpartum are nipple pain, birth related pain, insufficient milk supply, and engorgement and fatigue and informs the readers that First-line strategies such as Skin to skin and Second-line strategies such as cup feeding, syringe feeding, finger feeding, supply lines, bottles with teats...
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...Crosswhite 1 Katie Crosswhite Professor Naramore Psychology 2314 01 October 2013 The Evolutionary Perspective Evolutionist believe that the human species are the results of billions of years of transition. That we have evolved from many mammal species to become the dominate character we are today. There are many theories that suggest this idea. Natural Selection and Adaptive Behavior One way to describe natural selection is the natural process to which the weaker biological traits die off leaving the best characteristic to be passed on to the next evolving offspring. The best adapted gene dominates and produces the stronger creatures most likely to reproduce. This idea was suggested my Charles Darwin (in 1859). Evolutionary Psychology The theories that evolutionary psychology are based on do originate with Charles Darwin's work, but David Buss incorporates the ideas that the psychological aspects rely on natural selection as well. Our selection of mates, behavior, our social skills , and many other functions are derived from the “survival of the fittest.” Evolutionary Psychology- A branch of psychology that emphasizes the importance of adoption, reproduction, and “survival of the fittest” in shaping behavior Evolutionary Developmental Psychology It is believed that there...
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...Obstetrics and Gynecology Director: Sangeeta Jain MD Coordinator: Brandie Davis Overview: The Galveston Obstetrics and Gynecology clerkship consists of 1 week Labor and Delivery Days, 1 week of Labor and Delivery Nights, I week of Antepartum, 1 week of Post-partum 1 week of Gynecology, and 1 week of Out-patient clinic. However, the structure of the course is often changed in response to student feedback, so please refer to your syllabus for details! The obstetrics portion focuses on labor and delivery, antepartum, and postpartum aspects of patient care. The weeks that you spend in gynecology vary widely and can range from community clinics to gynecologic surgery. This clerkship is highly dependent on how much effort you put into it, as evaluations from residents and faculty make up a significant portion of your grade. The clerkship is generally VERY organized, which you will learn to appreciate as you go through other clerkships. Didactics: There are lectures one day per week, which are mandatory. You will be excused from all clinical duties on your didactic day. Apart from the lectures, you will have quizzes over certain topics in Ob-Gyn (refer to syllabus for schedule). The course textbook (Beckman) is an excellent study guide for these quizzes, but make sure you have the latest edition! Other helpful study resources are the online APGO quizzes, Blue Prints, First Aid and Case Files. You are allowed to wear casual clothes on didactic days. Small Groups: ...
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...pregnancy; as many as one in five women in British Columbia will experience significant depression in relation to her pregnancy and childbirth (BC Reproductive Mental Health Program, 2006) Perinatal depression – which occurs from the time of conception to one year after childbirth – is a significant health issue. The research literature indicates that ten to twenty percent of women are affected by perinatal depression while BC data indicate that twelve percent of women between nine months prenatal and nine months postnatal receive physician services for depression (BC Reproductive Mental Health Program, 2006). Postpartum depression is used loosely to refer to a collection of emotional symptoms associated with pregnancy and childbirth. It can be conceptualized as a continuum with symptoms worsening over time in some women (Clemmens, Driscoll, & Beck, 2004 as cited in Bowles B, Coleman N, & Jansen L, 2011). There are three levels of severity: baby blues, postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis. Baby blues are experienced as mood swings, crying spells, sadness, anxiety, or dependency (Bennett & Indman, 2003 as cited in Bowles B, et al, 2011). Other symptoms might include impatience, irritability, restlessness, or loneliness (USDHHS, 2002 as cited in Bowles B, et al 2011). These symptoms are sometimes attributed to rapid physical and hormonal changes. The hormonal fluctuations include decreased thyroid, oestrogen, and progesterone levels (Baker, Mancuso, Montenegro...
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...A Summary of the Woman, Infants, Children Nutritional Services Program Margaret Russell Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutritional Services is a federal program that provides health care and proper nutrition to low income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women during a crucial time for both mothers and babies. The mission of WIC is to “safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care.” (Food and Nutrition Service, 2010). Services are provided through various health clinics, hospitals, schools, community centers, and public housing centers. In the United States alone, WIC operates from 1,900 local agencies in 10,000 clinic sites, within state health departments (Food and Nutrition Service, 2010). Most state WIC programs provide vouchers that participants use at authorized food stores. A variety of state and local organizations cooperate in providing food and health care benefits to mothers. Currently, 46,000 stores in the United States accept WIC vouchers (Food and Nutrition Service, 2010). Through recent studies, it is proven that a substantial amount of pregnant women do not receive adequate nutrition and health care due to their lack of income. Socioeconomic status is connected to an individual's chance of survival at birth and during their first year. Women from lower socio-economic...
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...considerable complexity that may manifest itself as a postpartum psychiatric disorder. Many physical and emotional changes can occur to a woman during the time of her pregnancy as well as following the birth of her child. These particular changes can leave a new mother feeling sad, anxious, afraid and confused (Nami.org). For many women, these feelings; which are known as baby blues, go away fairly quickly. But when they do not go away or rather they get worse, a woman may be experiencing the effects of postpartum depression (PPD). This is a serious condition that describes a range of physical and emotional changes and that requires prompt treatment from a health care provider. According to Mauthner, (1999) postpartum depression occurs when women are unable to experience, express and validate their feelings and needs within supportive, accepting and non-judgmental interpersonal relationships and cultural contexts. Postpartum depression is defined as a mild to moderate mood disturbance occurring between birth and six months post birth, rather than the less frequent, more severe postpartum psychosis, or the more prevalent but transient blues (Crokenberg & Leerkes, 2003). The postpartum period is unique in the development of mental illness. As stated by O'hara & Zekoski (1988), approximately 10% to 30% of mothers report clinical levels of depression during the postpartum period. Although the current literature divides the spectrum of postpartum mood disorders into three distinct categories...
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