what is a pregnancy girdle
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- Forms of Post Pregnancy Girdles. 1  Universal post birth girdle: This type is useful because its design allows you to wear it both during the pregnancy and after the delivery. The only difference is that during the pregnancy, you should wear the narrow side on belly and after the delivery the wide side comes up on the belly.
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- ( Latin Cingulum .) The cincture (or, as it is more commonly called in England, the girdle ) is an article of liturgical attire which has certainly been recognized as such since the ninth century. Then as now it was used to confine the loose, flowing alb, and prevent it from impeding the movements of the wearer.
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Is a Diaphragm the Best Option for Me? A diaphragm is a flexible, dome-shaped cup with a bendable rim. It is made of soft silicone or latex. You bend the diaphragm in half and insert it into the vagina. A diaphragm covers the cervix to help prevent pregnancy.
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Hernia During Pregnancy Hernia During Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention. A hernia refers to a medical condition that happens when part of an internal organ protrudes externally through an opening in a muscle. The most common locations for hernias to develop are in the abdomen and groin area. Developing a hernia during pregnancy is not always an immediate concern unless it becomes painful.
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- Round ligament pain is most common during the second trimester. Women may have a sharp pain in their abdomen or hip area that is either on one side or both. Some women even report pain that extends into the groin area. Round ligament pain is considered a normal part of pregnancy as your body goes through many different changes. The round ligament supports the uterus and stretches during pregnancy. It connects the front portion of the uterus to the groin. These ligaments contract and relax like muscles, but much more slowly.
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PELVIC GIRDLE ANATOMY The pelvic girdle is created by two hip bones that come together and join at the symphysis pubis to create the girdle which provides support as well as protection for the lower visceral organs.The hip bones are usually referred to as the ossa coxae.he pelvic girdle shares the responsibility of supporting the body weight, particularly that which the spine produces. In a pregnant female body, the pelvic girdle also protects a developing fetus. The reproductive organs, the bladder, and other visceral organs are well within the framework that produces protection.
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Healthy Legs During Pregnancy Wearing compression stockings during pregnancy prevents blood from pooling in the veins and reduces the increase of an elevated heart rate in both mother and child. Additionally, compression stockings may reduce the risk of varicose veins, phlebitis, and thrombosis.
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- Girdle. Forming the outer edge of the diamond, this is where the crown and the pavilion meet and is the widest part of a diamond. This is the portion of the diamond between the crown and the pavilion, essentially spanning the width of the stone from side to side.
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fillet fillet fil·let (fĭl'ĭt) n. A loop of cord or tape used for making traction on a part of the fetus. A loop-shaped band of fibers, especially the lemniscus.
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What it is: A substance called Wharton's jelly provides cushioning around the important blood vessels of the cord and protects them even if the cord gets knotted. This means that the odds are in your favor (and your baby's) that a true tight knot won't occur. As long as the knot remains loose, it won't cause harm to your baby.
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Umbilical cord Umbilical cord. (Redirected from Cord clamping) In placental mammals, the umbilical cord (also called the navel string, birth cord or funiculus umbilicalis) is a conduit between the developing embryo or fetus and the placenta.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach. Many people, including pregnant women, suffer from heartburn or acid indigestion caused by GERD.astroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach. Many people, including pregnant women, suffer from heartburn or acid indigestion caused by GERD.
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Pelvis or Pelvic Girdle Human Body Videos. Science Videos. Science Main Index. The pelvis or pelvic girdle connects the trunk of your body with your legs. It supports the weight of the upper body when your are sitting and standing. It transfers the upper body weight to the lower limbs when standing and walking.
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Shapewear Girdles for Women & Body Slimmers Shapewear Girdles for Women & Body Slimmers. Our shapewear girdles for women enhance your natural waistline for a smooth, contoured look. Here, you'll find a variety body slimmers and shapewear girdles to fit your unique shape. Whether you're looking for an all-in-one girdle that can be worn with anything or a backless girdle to reserve for special occasions, you'll find your perfect match in our collection of shapewear girdles for women.
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Prenatal Form and Function â The Making of an Earth Suit A twisting cord of blood vessels, called the umbilical (um-bil’i-kal) cord, connects the embryo to the placenta. The best intensive care units found in modern hospitals hardly rival the placenta’s life-support capabilities. The yolk sac is another structure vitally important during early development.
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Molar pregnancy What is a molar pregnancy? A molar pregnancy (also called a hydatidiform mole) is when tissue in the uterus (womb) forms into an abnormal growth or tumor instead of the placenta. In a healthy pregnancy, the placenta grows in your uterus and supplies your baby with food and oxygen through the umbilical cord.
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Post Pregnancy Girdle Forms of Post Pregnancy Girdles Universal post birth girdle: This type is useful because its design allows you to wear it both during the pregnancy and after the delivery. The only difference is that during the pregnancy, you should wear the narrow side on belly and after the delivery the wide side comes up on the belly.
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Umbilical Cord Compression Umbilical cord compression is a medical term to describe a condition in which a baby’s umbilical cord becomes flattened by pressure, resulting in heightened and extremely dangerous health risks for infants.ther dangers associated with umbilical cord compression include: 1  Fetal heart abnormalities. 2  Poor physical development. 3  Birth injuries associated with emergency cesarean sections (C-sections) such as fetal lacerations, bruising, and sometimes swelling.
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Heartburn During Pregnancy A. More than half of all pregnant women report symptoms of severe heartburn, particularly during their second and third trimesters. Heartburn, also called acid indigestion, is an irritation or burning sensation of the esophagus caused by stomach contents that reflux (comes back up) from the stomach. Ask your doctor about using over-the-counter medications such as Tums or Maalox, which are generally safe to use during pregnancy. 2  You may find that liquid heartburn relievers are more effective in treating heartburn, because they coat the esophagus. 3  Wear loose-fitting clothing.
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- The IUD is a match-stick sized t-shaped rod inserted into your uterus to help prevent pregnancy. They come in two kinds: copper (ParaGard) and hormonal (Mirena). Since my own experiences were only with Mirena, this is what I will be concentrating on here.
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Shoulder girdle The shoulder girdle or pectoral girdle is the set of bones which connects the upper limb to the axial skeleton on each side.In humans it consists of the clavicle and scapula; in those species with three bones in the shoulder, it consists of the clavicle, scapula, and coracoid.he shoulder girdle consists of five muscles that attach to the clavicle and scapula and allow for the motion of the sternoclavicular joint (connection between sternum and clavicle) and acromioclavicular joint (connection between clavicle and scapula).
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- Battledore placenta is a placenta in which the. umbilical cord is attached at the placental margin; so. called because of the fancied resemblance to the. racquet used in badminton. The shortest distance. between the cord insertion and placental edge is. within 2cm. The incidence of battledore placenta is 7-.
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Definitions &Translations A bustle is a type of framework used to expand the fullness or support the drapery of the back of a woman's dress, occurring predominantly in the mid-to-late 19th century. Bustles were worn under the skirt in the back, just below the waist, to keep the skirt from dragging. Heavy fabric tended to pull the back of a skirt down and flatten it.
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Cervical Cerclage A cerclage is a surgical procedure where a suture is placed around the cervix to prevent it from opening too soon during pregnancy, in women with a weak cervix [2]. It helps to carry a pregnancy to full term so the baby can develop properly [3], lowering the risks of having a miscarriage or premature baby.
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Pregnancy and Miscarriage A miscarriage sometimes happens because there is a weakness of the cervix, called an incompetent cervix, which cannot hold the pregnancy. A miscarriage from an incompetent cervix usually occurs in the second trimester. There are usually few symptoms before a miscarriage caused by cervical insufficiency. A woman may feel sudden pressure, her water may break, and tissue from the fetus and placenta may be expelled without much pain.
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Pregnancy For pregnancy in other mammals, see Pregnancy (mammals). For pregnancy in fish, see Pregnancy in fish. Pregnancy, also known as gravidity or gestation, is the time during which one or more offspring develops inside a woman. A multiple pregnancy involves more than one offspring, such as with twins. Pregnancy can occur by sexual intercourse or assisted reproductive technology.