Update on Ashlee Simpson's Pregnancy Cravings

Green olives and pickles oh my! That's what Ashlee Simpson is craving these days. This is typical of most pregnant women-to have pregnancy cravings of this unusual nature. So, whether you are a famous celebrity mom-to-be or not keep that in mind.

Expectant Dad Pete Wentz Says he is Becoming Like His Father

Not that it would be a bad thing, but Pete Wentz jokes with People magazine saying he is becoming like his dad. He gets up at 7 a.m., drives to work, complains about traffic, cleans up puppy poop, and makes sure everything his pregnant wife Ashley Simpson-Wentz has green olives on it.

And...he appears to not want to change a bit of his life! When asked about how he views being an expectant father he says, "It's really, really, really, really exciting."

If that isn't enough, he also shares his experience while visiting the doctor's office. He freaks out (presumably in a good way), and says "it's this crazy thing, this thing you made" s he views the ultrasounds.

He is definitely seems to send a strong message that he is a proud expecting dad, and he is reported as saying talking to his baby all the time. Pete currently hosts the MTV show FNMTV Premieres.

Mexican Actress Itatí Cantoral is Going to Have a Miracle Baby

Word has it as of a couple of months ago that Mexican Actress Itatí Cantoral will be having a miracle baby. This fact is now confirmed more than once since May.

It did not seem possible for this acclaimed star to give birth as she has only one ovary. However, nature proved everyone wrong, as it did happen as divinely planned.

Childbirth Labor - What Really Happens?

Reportedly, Britney Spears' younger sister, teen superstar Jaime Lynn Spears has expressed some fears about the painfulness of childbirth labor. Jaime Lynn is said to have become ill when watching footage of a live birth. Now she wants to know if a C-Section is the best choice, so she can be put to sleep and wake up when it's all over. Jaime Lynn is reportedly due the end June.

Jamie Lynn is not the first celebrity to express fear and concern. There were reports earlier this year that famed actress Nicole Richie feared the pain of childbirth so much that she sought the help of a hypnotist. Later, she commented that "I don't even remember what life was like before her." Nicole, 26, says of daughter Harlow Winter Kate, born on January 11, "She gives life a whole new meaning and a whole new purpose."

The fact is that most women, if not all, are concerned about the pain of labor and childbirth. One of the best ways to cope with these concerns is to understand what to expect, and prepare yourself mentally. We have outlined for you what actually happens during labor, which consists of rhythmic uterine contractions that open the cervix and push the baby down through the birth canal and out of your body.

There are three stages of labor:

First Stage of Labor: Active Labor
The first stage of labor is called active labor. Active labor will take place for about half of your delivery. Active labor can for some women last ten or more hours. During active labor you will experience several things.

Physically the cervix will thin out, this is called effacement. The cervix will also dilate to about 4 to 5 centimeters. You will also experience loose or liquid bowel movements. This is when you will loose your mucous plug and you might notice a bit of blood called the bloody show. Your contractions will get closer and closer together, lasting for longer periods of time as you progress through your labor.

Emotionally you might be torn between excitement and nervousness, don’t worry this is normal. This is the time to contact those who are needed at the hospital or birthing place such as your Lamaze partner, your doctor and anyone else you desire to have with you. Once you are in very active labor it will be difficult to contact the people you want to get in touch with, so the earlier the better.

As you progress towards child birth you will notice that you contractions become closer, stronger and longer. This is when your cervix will dilate from 4 to 5 centimeters up to 9 or 10 centimeters. You may find it increasing difficult to get comfortable so experiment with several different positions to find one that works best for you.

Once you have reached 9 to 10 centimeters your water might break or it could require a doctor to break it. You should relax as much as possible during the first part of your labor because once you reach 9 to 10 centimeters your time to rest will be about over.

Second Stage of Labor: Delivery
The second stage of labor begins when the time comes to start pushing the baby down the birthing canal and into the world. Although prior to this you might have felt the urge to push you should wait until your doctor gives the go ahead. Inform your doctor of your urges so he is well aware of what is happening with your body.

During this stage of labor you might notice that your contractions slow down, become less intense and less frequent. This is perfectly normal since the cervix has completely dilated the contractions are not useful any longer. During the time when the contractions slow down and pushing begins you should try to rest if at all possible. Pushing the baby out involves a lot of strain and physical activity.

Once your doctor or midwife has given you the consent to push, your baby could be born in as little as five minutes or it could take several hours. The contractions that come when it is time to push can be anywhere from three to up to nine or ten minutes apart and will come on with an intense urge to push the baby out. You might notice a loss of control over your urine and bowels but don’t be concerned this is normal.

During this final stage of labor many women will feel exhausted and like they can no longer perform the act of delivering their baby. For some women if they reach down and have the ability to touch the head of their baby they will be filled with enough excitement to get them through the rest of the birth.

Third Stage of Labor: Delivering the Placenta
Once the baby is out you still need to get the placenta out of your body. This usually happens quickly in less than thirty minutes; many times it only takes five to ten minutes. You will experience a little cramping but this could go unnoticed due to the excitement of the delivery of your new baby. Once the placenta is out the birth is completely over and now the time has come to get to know your new bundle of joy.

Pregnancy after 35: The Risks, the Challenges & the Bliss

Halle Berry had her first child, Nahla Ariela, at the age of 41. Minnie Driver, 38, is set to give birth to her first child this summer. Nicole Kidman did not have the opportunity to get pregnant when she was married to Tom Cruise. However, for her second marriage with country crooner Keith Urban, Nicole has now chosen to carry his child at the ripe age of 40. Madonna gave birth to her last child at 42, while Geena Davis was 47 when she had her twins. And now, Diane Farr had joined the list of couples who are enjoying pregnancy and parenthood beyond 35! Looks like we may have added a few more ticks to the old biological clock.

With the spotlight on the myriad of celebrity couples getting pregnant later in life, instead of during their twenty's or early thirty's, other women may wonder if it is applicable in their situation to choose to have children at a later age. Although it is possible to have a perfectly healthy baby and a safe pregnancy at this age, there are certain risks that you should be aware of. When you reach the age of 35, there are special risks associated with getting pregnant.

One of the first issues that you need to be concerned about if you decide to postpone having a baby is the 'getting pregnant' stage itself. When a woman reaches the age of 30, there is definitely a decline in fertility. For example, if you compare a 22-year old and a 36-year old woman who are both trying to conceive - the younger woman will likely have an easier time conceiving. The older you are, the longer it will take for you to get pregnant due to the decrease in fertility.

One of the most commonly cited cause of of age-related decline in fertility is less frequent ovulation. As women age, they begin to have occasional cycles where an egg is never released. Egg quality and quantity also declines in a woman's 30s and 40s. Other reasons conceiving after 35 may be more difficult include:

• Infection or surgery that caused scar tissue around the fallopian tubes or cervix.
• Endometriosis. This medical condition exists when tissue attaches to the fallopian tube, which as a result interferes with her chance of conceiving.
• Fibroids or uterine disorders.
• Decrease in cervical fluid.
• Chronic health problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes.
• Higher risk of giving birth to babies with birth defects. These defects can range from physical birth defects, down syndrome and mental retardation.
• As women age, the risk of miscarriage during the first trimester also increases. At the age of 35 to 39, there is a 20% risk of the pregnancy ending in miscarriage. Between the ages of 40 to 45, the risk increases to almost 50%.
• Women over 35 are more likely to have a difficult time during labor, especially the first-time moms. There is also a 40% rate for women over 335 to have a cesarean section.
• Women over 35 are more likely to have stillbirth or low-birth weight babies. In the same vein, women who are over 40 are 40% more likely to have premature delivery.

Tips on Reducing the Health Risks of Pregnancy After 35

1. The key to managing the health risks related to conceiving after the age of 35 is to be aware of such risks in the first place, and start planning with your doctor as soon as possible. Proper planning with your medical professional and a good regimen of self care will help to ensure that you will have a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby.

2. For starters, women who are in their 30's and 40's are more prone to chronic health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes and heart problems. Therefore, if you are already pregnant, or if you plan to conceive when you are in your late thirties, you should consult your doctor to see whether such chronic health problems will have any ill-effects to your pregnancy.

3. As soon as your pregnancy is confirmed, you should visit your doctor regularly for prenatal care. It is also a good idea to start your pregnancy at an ideal weight, which is neither too heavy nor too thin. See our FitPregnancy section for more information.

4. Having a healthy diet will improve your health, as well as that of your baby's. Choose foods which are rich in folic acid, and eat a lot of fortified cereals, leafy green veggies, legumes, dried beans and citrus fruits. You should also take the prenatal vitamins which are prescribed by your ob-gyn.

5. You may also want to undergo a prenatal screening test called amniocentesis. This is especially helpful for pregnant women who are over 35 years old. During the test, a thin needle is inserted in a woman's abdomen, then a small sample of amniotic fluid is removed and tested. This will indicate whether the fetus has a genetic disorder or not. Similar prenatal tests can be done as well, such as an ultrasound, or a blood test using a quad marker screen and Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS). You should ask your ob-gyn whether these tests are applicable for you.

6. The good news for women over 35 who are trying to conceive is that any fertility problem can be addressed, no matter how challenging or complicated the situation is. This decline in fertility may be attributed to a decrease in the health and number of egg cells. Thanks to advanced medical technology, there are several modern treatments available for couples or women who are trying to have a baby. Your treatment options can range from simple lifestyle changes to surgery, medication, or assisted reproduction. Most important is to make your decision to start trying to conceive, and take all the necessary steps and precautions to have a safe and healthy family!

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