Winter Is Coming: Are You (and Your Belly) Ready? As winter arrives, pregnant women may experience discomfort from swelling feet and coats that won’t fit. While there are concerns about the cold season’s effects on pregnancy, winter offers enjoyable activ- ities like snowshoeing and walking. However, women should avoid risky activities such as downhill skiing and shoveling snow. To stay healthy, practicing good hygiene, getting a flu shot, and consulting with a doctor before starting new workouts are recommended. ■ utswmed.org
Managing Stress and Pregnancy This Holiday Season The holiday season can increase stress for expectant mothers. Dr. Andrew Satran highlights signs of stress like fatigue, mood swings, and sleep issues. To manage this, he advises delegat- ing tasks, practicing relaxation techniques, limiting commit- ments, and seeking support. Bal- ancing holiday joy with self-care is key for both mother and baby’s health. ■ doctorsatran.com
Five Deaths Related to Fisher-Price Baby Swings After 2 Million Recalls Reported
More than 2 million Fisher-Price baby swings have been recalled after five infants have died. The Fisher-Price Snuga Swings are being recalled due to a suffocation hazard from the headrest and body support insert on the seat pad, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Anyone who owns this swing is advised to remove the headrest and body support insert from the seat pad by cutting the tether, if they plan to use it again. Parents are reminded to never use any inclined seated products for infant sleep, and should never leave infants in a swing, glider, soother, or rocker unsupervised. ■ mattel.com
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