Gross Motor
When your child is held upright is he able to support his head for few minutes?
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Does your child hold chin and shoulders off couch and weight is borne on forearm in prone position?
Yes No
Hands
Does your child keep hands frequently loosely open?
Yes No
Vision
Does your child follow-dangling toy from side to side (180 degrees)?
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Does your child promptly looks at object in midline?
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Hearing
Does your child turn head to sound?
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Vocalization
Does your child respond when spoken to and makes squeaks of pleasure?
Yes No
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
The Normal Newborn
The average duration of pregnancy is 40 weeks. A baby born after this period weighs 2.8 kg. ( on an average ).
Any newborn with a birth weight of < 2.5 kg. is classified as a Low Birth Weight Baby and needs special care.
Following are the characteristics of a normal newborn baby:
Urine is passed during birth or immediately after birth, but a vast majority passes urine within the 24 hours.
The first stool, which the baby passes, is known as meconium, it is black in color and is paste like. Meconium is passes within the first day and the stools change to golden brown over the next 2 – 3 days.
The infant is normally ready for the feed within 3 – 4 hours after birth and where ever possible should be put to the mother’s breast.
Any newborn with a birth weight of < 2.5 kg. is classified as a Low Birth Weight Baby and needs special care.
Following are the characteristics of a normal newborn baby:
- Weight 2.5 – 3.5 kg.
- Length 50 cm.
- Head circumference 35 cm.
- Heart rate 120 – 140 per minute.
- Respiratory rates 30 – 40 per minute.
Urine is passed during birth or immediately after birth, but a vast majority passes urine within the 24 hours.
The first stool, which the baby passes, is known as meconium, it is black in color and is paste like. Meconium is passes within the first day and the stools change to golden brown over the next 2 – 3 days.
The infant is normally ready for the feed within 3 – 4 hours after birth and where ever possible should be put to the mother’s breast.
Does Sex Hurt the First Time?
The first time a woman has sex, it may or may not be painful.There may be psychological and physical reasons for it. If you are not sure about your partner or if you are not entirely convinced about the timing and place, then you may feel more pain than you should. If you and your partner truly care for one another and he is gentle and understanding and will go slowly, then there may be less discomfort. Physically, often, the first time a woman has sex there will be some bleeding as the hymen is torn. Using large amounts of a water-based lubricant may help. If you have been using tampons, that may have helped to stretch your hymen.
What is the G-Spot?
There is a lot of talk regarding the most erotic zones for a woman. The Grafenberg spot, or G-spot, is considered to be one such area. This is an area located within the front wall of the vagina, about one centimetre from the surface and one-third to one-half way in from the vaginal opening.
The significance of the G-spot is that in about half the women it is a highly sensitive area that under the right conditions can be very pleasurable if stimulated. For some women, it can be a primary source of stimulation leading to orgasm during intercourse.
It is believed that stimulation of the G-Spot can lead to what is known as female ejaculation.
Is it O.K. to have Sex during a Period?
Sex during periods is a strong taboo in many cultures but there is no scientific basis for it .For the average, mutually monogamous couple with no sexually transmitted disease, there is no medical reason to avoid sex during menses. In fact many women feel increased sexual arousal during the periods.
I feel pain during sex. What could be the reason?
There may be a host of reasons for painful intercourse. Pain on initial
penetration is often due to infection, spasm of the vaginal muscles or inadequate lubrication. Pain on deeper thrusting may be caused by endometriosis, adhesions (scar tissue), a retroverted (backward-tilting) uterus or fibroids. Pain in only one particular position may simply mean that in that position, your partner is pushing against your cervix.
Persistent pain in all the positions should prompt a visit to your gynaecologist for a thorough checkup.
Bleeding after Intercourse
Bleeding after intercourse (post-coital bleeding in doctor talk) can occur for several reasons. Infection is one of the most common reasons.
Abnormal cervical cells, including cancer, are also more easily irritated and may bleed with intercourse. Women who use an IUD or diaphragm may experience such bleeding from irritation and friction. Sometimes the bleeding is not from the cervix, but rather from a tear in the vagina; tears can happen with vigorous sex or if you are dry.
What is the G-Spot?
There is a lot of talk regarding the most erotic zones for a woman. The Grafenberg spot, or G-spot, is considered to be one such area. This is an area located within the front wall of the vagina, about one centimetre from the surface and one-third to one-half way in from the vaginal opening.
The significance of the G-spot is that in about half the women it is a highly sensitive area that under the right conditions can be very pleasurable if stimulated. For some women, it can be a primary source of stimulation leading to orgasm during intercourse.
It is believed that stimulation of the G-Spot can lead to what is known as female ejaculation.
Is it O.K. to have Sex during a Period?
Sex during periods is a strong taboo in many cultures but there is no scientific basis for it .For the average, mutually monogamous couple with no sexually transmitted disease, there is no medical reason to avoid sex during menses. In fact many women feel increased sexual arousal during the periods.
I feel pain during sex. What could be the reason?
There may be a host of reasons for painful intercourse. Pain on initial
penetration is often due to infection, spasm of the vaginal muscles or inadequate lubrication. Pain on deeper thrusting may be caused by endometriosis, adhesions (scar tissue), a retroverted (backward-tilting) uterus or fibroids. Pain in only one particular position may simply mean that in that position, your partner is pushing against your cervix.
Persistent pain in all the positions should prompt a visit to your gynaecologist for a thorough checkup.
Bleeding after Intercourse
Bleeding after intercourse (post-coital bleeding in doctor talk) can occur for several reasons. Infection is one of the most common reasons.
Abnormal cervical cells, including cancer, are also more easily irritated and may bleed with intercourse. Women who use an IUD or diaphragm may experience such bleeding from irritation and friction. Sometimes the bleeding is not from the cervix, but rather from a tear in the vagina; tears can happen with vigorous sex or if you are dry.
5. Berries - including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and even the "exotic" Goji berry:
Berries are a powerhouse of nutrition... packed with vitamins and minerals, and also some of the best sources of antioxidants of any food in existance. Berries also pack a healthy dose of fiber, which slows your carbohydrate absorption and digestion and controls your blood sugar levels to help prevent insulin spikes (which can stimulate fat gain).
Get creative and mix up your berry intake by using the basics -- blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries... but also get adventurous and give a more "exotic" berry a try, such as Goji berries (which are one of the most nutrient-dense berries on the planet).
I like to add berries to my yogurt and cottage cheese mixtures, as well as oatmeal or oat bran, salads, or just taking a bag of mixed berries and mixed nuts with me for the day as a mid-day healthy snack!
I hope you enjoyed this look at some of the healthiest fat-burning foods you can possibly eat. I could list a ton more, but wanted to give you my favorites for now!
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Tips To Eat Less Salt and Sodium
1. Read the food label to choose foods lower in sodium.
2. Eat fewer canned and processed foods that are high in sodium (e.g., bologna, crisp pork rinds, sausage, pepperoni, salami, hot dogs, regular canned and instant soups, cheese, and chips).
3. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables instead of salty snacks.
4. Eat fewer salted crackers and nuts. Try unsalted nuts and unsalted or low sodium crackers.
5. Eat fewer olives and pickles.
6. Use half the amount of salt you normally use when cooking, if any.
7. Season food with herbs and spices instead of salt.
8. Use less bouillon, adobo, capers, and soy sauce. If you use these condiments, do not add salt to your food.
9. Use garlic powder and onion powder instead of garlic salt or onion salt.
10. Take the salt shaker off the table.
11. Eat fruits without adding salt.
12. When eating out, ask that salt not be added to your portion, especially with french fries. Tips To Eat Less Salt and Sodium
Reprinted from the NHLBI: National High Blood Pressure Educcation ProgramHigh blood pressure
High blood pressure (hypertension) caused the deaths of 42,565 Americans in 1997, and was a contributing factor in over 200,000 others. The fact is that 1 in 4 adult Americans have high blood pressure, although 31.6% of them don't know they have hypertension. These statistics are truly alarming when you consider that high blood pressure is easy to diagnose and treat -- it's one of the most preventable causes of death in the U.S. today.
Many people falsely assume that men are the most at risk for cardiovascular diseases, however more women than men have died of cardiovascular diseases every year since 1984. Untreated high blood pressure can cause kidney damage, and raises the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases. The cause of 3 out of 5 cases of heart failure in women is high blood pressure.
Coronary heart disease is the number one killer of American women, claiming more than 500,000 women's lives each year. This means 16 times as many women die of cardiovascular diseases each year than the next 16 causes of death combined! Early detection and treatment of high blood pressure could prevent many of these deaths.
Who's at Risk?
High blood pressure can happen to anyone at any age. It is often difficult to pinpoint a cause for high blood pressure, since several factors and conditions often play a role in its development.Race and even geographic location appear statistically significant in some cases -- African-American women who live in the Southeast are more likely to have high blood pressure than those who live elsewhere. Overall, African-Americans are more likely to develop high blood pressure at an earlier age and more severely than whites.
Calorie Restriction
Calorie Restriction - Substantial research in animals and now in humans indicates that a calorie-restricted diet is helpful for brain and life longevity. Eating less helps you live longer. It controls weight; decreases risk for heart disease, cancer, and stroke from obesity - a major risk factor for all of these illnesses; and it triggers certain mechanisms in the body to increase the production of nerve growth factors, which are helpful to the brain. Researchers use the acronym CRON for "calorie restriction with optimal nutrition," so the other part of the story is to make these calories count.
Fish, Fish Oil, Good Fats and Bad Fats
Fish, Fish Oil, Good Fats and Bad Fats - DHA, one form of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, makes up a large portion of the gray matter of the brain. The fat in your brain forms cell membranes and plays a vital role in how our cells function. Neurons are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. DHA is also found in high quantities in the retina, the light-sensitive part of the eye. Research in the last few years has revealed that diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help promote a healthy emotional balance and positive mood in later years, possibly because DHA is a main component of the brain's synapses.
Fish, Fish Oil, Good Fats and Bad Fats
Fish, Fish Oil, Good Fats and Bad Fats - DHA, one form of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, makes up a large portion of the gray matter of the brain. The fat in your brain forms cell membranes and plays a vital role in how our cells function. Neurons are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. DHA is also found in high quantities in the retina, the light-sensitive part of the eye. Research in the last few years has revealed that diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help promote a healthy emotional balance and positive mood in later years, possibly because DHA is a main component of the brain's synapses.
Balance Protein, Good Fats and Carbohydrates
Balance Protein, Good Fats and Carbohydrates Given the weight issues in my family, I have read many of the diet programs popular in America. Some I like a lot, others make me a little crazy. The idea of eating protein and fat only, avoiding most grains, fruits and vegetables may be a quick way to lose weight, but it is not a healthy long term way to eat for your body or your brain. The best thing in my mind about the Atkins Diet and its many clones is that they get rid of most of the simple sugars in our diets. Diets high in refined sugars, such as the low fat diets of the past, encourage diabetes, tiredness, and cognitive impairment. Yet, to imply that bacon is a health food and that oranges and carrots are as bad as cake seems silly. The more balanced diets, such as The Zone by Barry Sears, Sugarbusters by H. Leighton Steward and a group of Louisiana based physicians, the South Beach Diet by cardiologist Arthur Agatston, and Powerful Foods for Powerful Minds and Bodies by Rene Thomas make sense from a body and brain perspective. The main principles to take away from these programs is that balance is essential, especially balancing proteins, good fats, and good carbohydrates. Having protein at each meal helps to balance blood sugar levels; adding lean meat, eggs, cheese, soy, or nuts to a snack or meal limits the fast absorption of carbohydrates and prevents the brain fog that goes with eating simple carbohydrates, such as donuts. At each meal or snack, try to get a balance of protein, high fiber carbohydrates, and fat.
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