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THE KIND GIRL AND THE LAZY GIRL

2021-06-15T11:20:00.003+04:00

THE KIND GIRL AND THE LAZY GIRL _____________________________________ Onece upon a time there lived a family. They had 2 daughtes, one each from the previous marriages, but the women behaved terribly with the husband's daughter.One day she threw her out of the house and said " get out of the house, go find a wealthy man and find some work in his house, don't come back till you have earned some money!".So the girl took of,as she walked, she came across the old dried tree. the old dried tree asked "girl where are you going" the girl replyed "i'm going to find a wealthy house to work and earn some money" the old tree replyed "ok, but before you go can you take of the dried twigs from me? the girl agreed and spent a long time carfully cleaning the tree of it's dry stick and twigs.Once she was done, she countinued her journey.As she walked on, she came upon a vineyard, an old vine called out for her 'girl, where are you going , can you help me" the girl replyed "i am looking for a wealthy house to work in and earn some money, but yes, surely i can help you before i go".Then she carefully cleaned the vinyard and helped the old vine.Once she as done, she countinued his journey.As she walked on, she saw a broken mud oven, the oven said "young girl, what are you doing here" the girl replyed "i am on my way for work and earn some money" the oven replyed "before you go, will you help me" the girl agreed and set to work, she cleaned the area around the oven, got some mud ready and fixed the oven as good as new, as she did she got mud and dirt all over her, but sh didn't mind.Once she was done,she set on her way.As she walked, she came upon a old well.The well called her out "hello girl, where are you going? the girl replyed "i am going in serch of work" the well replyed "work is it, okay, but before you go, can you please take out my water and clean me up?" the girl happily agreed, she tirelessly emptied the well and leaned it.Once she was done, she went back on the road.As she walked dirty dog approched her.The dog barked and asked "help!Can you please help me, i'm very dirty, will you give me a bath, please" the girl replyed "yes, why not!".She washed the dog and patiently cut it's hair.Then she went ahead in search of work. As she walked she came acrosed a beautiful house. It belongs to the fairies, she went inside and said "i need a place to stay for th night, can i please stay here?, i will leave in the morning.The fairies replyed "where are you going" , the girl replyed " i am in serch of a work" , the fairies replyed "if you want to work, you can work here for a year, you can keepour house clean, it has seven rooms, but you will have to clean only six of them, but you must not enter the seventh one" the girl agreed.For a whole year, she worked in the fairie's home and did exactly as they told. At the ned of the year, she wanted to go home sh said "i want to go bake to my village, to my parents house" the fairie said "okay, but you must follow me first" she took her to a room filled with gold and sivler coins the fairies said "you must sleep here, on these gold and silver coins, the coins that get stuck on you will belongs to you and you can take them with you". The girl did as she was told , she spent the whole night sleeping on the coins, many gold and silver coins got stuck to her body. When morning came , she said goobye and left for her home.As she was walking,a little dog that she helped came to her, the dog said "come with me, come, come with me!" the dog took her to a place with a pile of diamound and pearl.The dog said "take as much as you like"thegirl took as much as she liked and left.She reached the old well that she cleaned,the well called "come girl, you must be thirsty, have some of my water" the girl replyed "thankyou very much, i am very thirsty" the girl satisfied her thirst and walked she reached the mud oven that she had fixed , she saw many delicious foods there,the oven offered her to eat whatever she wanted.She ate some and packed some for the rest of the journey, she walked on ahead.Then she reached the vineyard, the vine tree called out "dear girl! Come ,hav some vine" the girl drank the delecious wine and walked towards her home.Shenow came upon the tree, it was full of delicious fruits, the tree called out "hello again, dear girl, here you can take as much fruits as you want" the girl ate some delicious fruits and packed some to take home wityh her.Then she got on her way again, soon she reached home, the house rooster saw her comming and called out "the misterss is home look how much golden gems she's bought with her!. This made the mother very angry "what nonsence, this is nothing, now wait and see how much my daughter will earn" the mother now sent herown daughter to find work and earn a ot of money, the girl staterd her journey and soon came upon the tree which was once again dry.The tree called out "girl, where are you going?" the girl replyed "i'm going o look for a wealthy house to work in and earn some money" the tree replyed "okay,but before you go, can you please take all the dried twigs from me" the girl replyed "no! i don't want to spoil my soft pretty hands, picking the dry sticks off you" the girl walked on and came upon the vineyard.The old tree called out to her "girl where are you going, can you help me" the girl replyed " i have to go find work and earn money and i have no time to help you" the girl once again went on her way till she came upon the broken mud oven, the oven called "dear girl, can you please help me" the girl replyed i don't want to get dirty in the mud, i can't help you" and again, te girl refused to help and moved on.She now approchedd the well, the well called her "i need help! Can you please help me? the girl replyed "i have to go and find a fine work, cleaning you will tire me and i dont want to get tired" the girl hurried away from the well.As she did so, the little dog approched her, the dog asked her "i've become so dirty, can you please give me a bath and do something about my hair? please" the girl replyed "ah!No! if i touch you, i will also become diry! look at all those liesin your hair" and so the girl ignnored the dog's plea and went on her way, after some time, she came upon the faries house, she went in and said "i need a place to saty for the night, can i stay here?" the fairie replyed "where are you going" the girl replyed "i am going in search of work" the fairie replyed "if you want, you can work here for a year, there are seven rooms in this house, you will have to clean six of them and you must never enter the sventh room". The girl agreed and started working for the fairies.A few days, she did as told, but one day she decided to sneak into the seventh room, the room was dark, but went in anyway, as soon as she entered it, the door closed behind her and bugs and insects of variety attacked and bite her everywhere.She ran out of the room hurt and bleeding.the fairie asked "i told you never to enter the seventh room" the girl replyed "i will not stay here another momnet, i am leaving" the girl took to the road running.Her hair dirty, hands, legs and face bleeding and bruised.She came upon the little dog and asked for help she said" please help me" the dog replyed "you never helped me, why should i help you now?" the dog barked at her and chased her way.She ran till she reached the old well.She was thirsty with all the running, she quickly tried to reach in for a cup of water, but the well took all the its water.The well said "when i asked you for help, you refused, i cannot help you now, go away".Disappointed, the girl went back on the road, she kept walking on till she saw the mud oven, delicious and tempting foods lay over, hungry, the girl reached out to one of the pies to eat it, but the oven started throwing flames out and the girl couldn't reach the food, the oven said"you refused to help me, when i needed our help, i will not help you now, go away". The girl countinued her journey home, she was very thirsty, hungry and tried.She reached the vineyard, hoping she will get some wine , she reached out, but the old vine, did not let her touch anything.The girl was forced to leave the vineyard and go on.She now reached the tree,it was full of delicious yummy fruits, she try to pluck one, but the tree said "hold it, you didn't want to spoil your hands, when i needed your help, you cannot have any of ny fruits now, go away".The girl walked to her home as she approached the house, the rooster saw her and said "the mistress has come homecovered in blood and dirt" hearing this the mother said "what! How is that possible?" the women saw her beloved daughter in herpoor state , she turned to her husband and said "i agree, my daughter didn't earn any money, your daughter earned everything" but the man was upset with the women's terrible behaviour, towards his daughter that he threw her and her lazy daughter out of his house! and lived happily ever after.

HOTEL TRANSLIVANIA

2020-09-19T13:28:00.001+04:00

HOTEL TRANSLIVANIA

In March of 1895, Dracula has been raising his daughter, Mavis, on his own since the death of his wife, Martha. He is overprotective of her, keeping Mavis inside, and Making her fear humans through scary stories. While teaching Mavis how to fly, Dracula learns that construction on his lavish 5 star hotel for monsters has been

completed. Hotel Transylvania is surrounded by a cemetery that zombies reside in and 400 yards of haunted forest, ensuring humans dare not even get close. The hotel also doubles as a sanctuary, where Dracula can raise his daughter in peace.In 2012, monsters from around the world, including Dracula's friends - Frank, Murray, Wayne

and Griffin - arrive to celebrate Mavis's 118th birthday. Before the guests are allowed to enjoy the activities, Dracula presents a slideshow of 21st century humans that his staff has collected. Unaware that humans no longer believe monsters exist, Dracula makes incorrect assumptions that the changes in human culture are to better

their ability to destroy them. Dracula then goes to visit Mavis, who has not aged past her teenage years; he gives her permission to go see a nearby human village for

the next half hour, since he promised her 30 years ago. However, Drac's friends are against the idea, still believing humans to be violent savages. Frank, however, supports Dracula allowing Mavis the freedom to see the outside world. They all wish Mavis luck as she flies off.Its of a hotel Build in January of 1895. Dracula quickly follows after Mavis, arriving in the village before her and hiding in the shadows. Mavis arrives shortly after and is awed by the sight, until an angry mob

quickly begins surrounding her; she tries making peace with them. One of the humans behind her loses his head, revealing him and the group to be zombies under Dracula's employ. Drac corrects the problem before Mavis can notice. However, the zombies' bumbling causes them to catch fire. Mavis asks how she can help, but

ultimately gives up and flies back to the hotel. Drac is left happy his daughter will now be forever safe, ordering the zombies to tear down the fake village and getback to work at the hotel.Upon returning to the hotel, Dracula comforts Mavis, feigning surprise at what she experienced. He gives Mavis her favorite meal, wormcakes,

hoping to cheer her up. Returning to the lobby, Dracula is left shocked when a human young man enters the hotel; he quickly traps the human in the revolving door. Drac questions the human, learning his name is Jonathan and that he followed the burning zombies to the hotel. Shocked, Dracula remembers the foreman's warning about

bonfires and fireworks, and his zombie's blunder in scaring Mavis. Attempting to get rid of Jonathan, Drac finds more guests arriving; he is forced to hide in the supply closet with him. Dracula quickly searches Johnny's hiking pack for weapons, only to be repelled by a shirt that badly needs to be washed. Not wanting to set

monster progress backwards by killing Jonathan, Dracula then worries about Mavis meeting Johnny and realising that humans may not be the evil villains he made them out to be. As Johnny inspects uniforms, Dracula quickly uses a large jacket and some spray paint to disguise him as a monster from the Stein family. However, before

he can get Johnny out of the hotel, Dracula is bothered by the head chef, Quasimodo, about the food for the party. Quasi's pet rat, Esmeralda, catches Johnny's scent on Dracula; telling Quasimodo he got the hurr devurs wrong, Drac subtly smacks Emseralda into an elevator. Blundering, Jonathan discovers he's surrounded by monsters

and accidentally grabs hold of a witch's broom, zooming around the lobby. He accidentally crashes into Mavis, knocking her off the stairs. When they both get up, they notice each other as pink light flashes over their eyes. Drac quickly sees to Mavis, who only says "that was weird". As Johnny recovers, Mavis wonders who he is; Drac insists that he's no-one important. Johnny then freaks out when he learns who Dracula is. Drac quickly takes Johnny away to an empty room to avoid the guests'

attention. Jonathan worries that Dracula will drink his blood, but Drac explains that he drinks blood substitutes since human blood is fatty "and you never know where it's been." When Johnny wonders what the hotel is for, Drac gives a long-winded speech about the reason why he built it. Dracula changes into a bat to fly Jonathan out of the hotel. However, they run into Mavis, also in bat form; Drac quickly takes Johnny back inside, telling him to play along in exchange for his backpack. Dracula

quickly lies that Jonathan is someone he recruited to improve Mavis's birthday party since he's the same age. Upon learning Mavis is 118, Johnny lies that he's 121. A suit of armor announces something is wrong in the hotel, but Dracula is too occupied with Johnny; he quickly comes up with some babble to get Mavis to leave.Dracula leads Johnny into a secret passage; he had it built as an escape route in case an angry mob of humans ever managed to invade Hotel Transylvania. However, Drac hasn't

been down there recently and is having trouble finding the correct exit. On his third attempt, Drac opens the entrance to the lounge, where Frank, Murrary, Griffin and Wayne are attacking zombies Mozart, Beethoven and Bach. Noticed by his friends, Drac learns they wanted to practice their big number for the party and the zombies

refused to get off stage. Mavis finds Johnny and introduces herself. Johnny then says he's Frank's cousin - "Johnnystein"; working with Drac, Johnny quickly lies that he's specificly the cousin of Frank's right arm. Continuing the lie of being a party planner, Johnny decides to see how good Drac's friends are; he finds their musical

talent "good, but a little old school." Borrowing Murray's guitar, Johnny improvises a rock song for Mavis, impressing her and the crowd; everyone wants Johnny to help with something, but Dracula says they have to stay on schedule. Annoying Drac, everyone wants Johnny to join in. The next activity is Bingo, where everyone but Dracula is bored; Eunice gets on Bingo one of her fives cards, but it's eaten by a gremlin lady. Following this is Charades in the gymnasium; the Fly and Griffin are

performing to two seperate circles of monsters, while everyone else sits on the bleachers. Everyone, especially Mavis and Johnny are bored. Humerously, Griffin doesn't realise the reason he's bad at charades is that he's invisible. Johnny produces a scooter from his backpack and rides around the gym with it, amazing the crowd.

Murray, Wayne and Wanda's kids, and others try out the scooter; a giant monster trips on the scooter, crushing a zombie waiter and falling through a wall, then the gremlin lady eats the scooter. At the pool, the Fly leads an aquatic exercise class, where they attempt minimising his vomit habit until he corrects them. Dracula

watches Jonathan talk to Mavis, Murray and Eunice, but is bothered again by Quasimodo. Esmeralda catches Johnny's scent again, prompting Drac to once more discretely smack her away; Esmeralda lands in Eunice's hair, but has trouble getting out. Johnny surprises everyone with his claim to have been to the Taj Mahal, which no monster has ever been to. Mavis is ecstatic to hear about Johnny's travels, but wonders how he dealt with the mobs; likening "mob" to "crowd", Johnny says he "just

rolls with it". Dracula takes Johnny away under the pretense of discussing party plans; he orders Johnny to fake a back injury to excuse himself from the hotel. However, miscommunication leads to a Chicken Fight in the pool. Drac notices the paint he put on Johnny is washing off, but falls into the pool when he attempts pulling Johnny out. Frustrated, Drac pulls the pool's plug as Johnny cannonballs from high up; exasperated, Drac momentarily freezes Johnny while moving a blob monster underneath to cushin the fall. Early the next morning, Dracula takes Johnny to the cemetery bordering the hotel; he's angry with the "chaos" Johnny brought to

the hotel. However, Johnny defends himself, saying the guests were actually having fun for once; Dracula thinks otherwise, only believing that fun can happen in an orderly fashion. Dracula then attempts to hypnotize Johnny into forgetting about the hotel and never returning; however, he fails unexpectedly thanks to Jonathan's

contact lenses. Too disgusted by sight of Johnny trying to remove the lenses, Dracula instead threatens to drain Johnny dry of his blood if he ever tells humans of the hotel. Dracula takes off back to hotel, while Johnny grumbles about how annoyed he is over Dracula kicking him out for living up the hotel's boring activities;

however, Mavis finds him and convinces him to follow her to roof of the hotel. Johnny is amazed by the sight, telling Mavis more about his travels and amazing her. As the sun begins rising, Johnny realizes Mavis has never seen a sunrise before since the sunlight burns vampires. Cleverly, Johnny quickly hides Mavis in the shade

of a chimney's shadow, allowing her to watch the sunrise safely. However, he falls through a weak part of the roof, landing in the sauna Dracula and his friends were in. Aggravated that Johnny has disregarded his warnings, Dracula tasks him with moving the dinning hall's Tables. Upon learning they're magical, and move via

instruction, Johnny decides to float on one while Dracula arranges the others. Annoyed, Dracula crashes another table into Johnny's, causing him to fall down. Johnny immediately gets on another one and attempts ramming Dracula as payback; however, Dracula evades it. Searching for Dracula, Johnny discovers the Count on a table,

upside down. In the hallway, Esmeralda continues tracking the human scent for Quasimodo, who wants to make "human potpie". In the dinning hall, Dracula chases after Johnny and attempts to block his path with other tables; however, Johnny easily jumps from his tables and through the barricade, landing on another. Dracula laughs in

amazement, copying Johnny's move; however, he misses landing on a table. Thankfully, Johnny catches him and the table races out into the hallway, where they end up crashing into a suit of armor. Dracula laughs, realizing that Johnny WAS improving his boring activities. However, he finds Johnny gone; Dracula then sees Quasimodo's

footprints, taking off after the deranged chef. However, Drac runs into Mavis; he's confused as to why she's still up, since the sun can kill her. When she asks if he knows where Johnny is, Drac wonders if she likes him; he then cringes upon hearing his daughter finds Johnny adorable. Dracula then orders the suits of armor to stop

Quasimodo before he can reach the kitchen, while he talks with Mavis. Unfortunately, Quasimodo eludes the armor, who were backed up by the gargoyle waiters. In the meantime, Dracula is surprised that Mavis has changed her view on love when she mentions that she'll get married and leave the hotel one day. A suit of armor armor reports their failure to Dracula, prompting him to rush off to save Johnny. In the kitchen, Quasimodo is cooking Johnny rotisserie style. Dracula quickly barges in and

frees Johnny. Quasi is confused as to why Dracula is helping a human, but is told that Johnny is a Stein; to prove this, the hunchback challenges Johnny to scare Esmeralda. Johnny attempts doing so, but Esmeralda remains unfazed. Dracula quickly freezes Quasimodo to silence him. Drac takes Johnny to his room, where Johnny

recognizes a woman in a large portrait as the "Lady Lubov". Johnny then surprises him by explaining the ruins of Castle Lubov hold the legend that the Lady fell in love with a lonely Count, and had a child. However, a mysterious fire killed them one night. Dracula explains the legend is wrong; only the wife died. He pulls a

curtain off the other half of the portrait, revealing himself holding her hand; the woman in the legend was Martha. Dracula explains humans killed her, and that hebuilt Hotel Transylvania to shelter Mavis from harm. However, Mavis now has feelings for Johnny; Drac thinks their relationship could be possible if the world was different. Johnny explains people in the 21st century aren't like the ones from the past; however, Dracula asks if Johnny is certain that all humans would be able to accept monsters if they came into the open. Seeing the portrait and now knowing of the pain Dracula feels, Johnny changes his mind and decides to leave to keep Mavis

safe. However, Dracula persuades him to leave after the party, so as to not ruin Mavis's birthday. That evening, all the guests and employees dance in the dining hall, with Frank, Griffin, Wayne and Murray playing music. Johnny uses magical fireflies to show Mavis all the places he's been in the world, which include Paris, New York,

Moscow, Hawaii. As Dracula enters the hall, the guests all congratulate him on the party, saying he's outdone himself; he joins in the dancing, earning cheers from the crowd. In the meantime, Mavis dances with Johnny; she stops and closes in on him, kissing Johnny. A suit of armor points this out to Dracula, who is shocked.

Draculafuriously rushes over and separates them, believing Johnny to have kissed Mavis, instead of the other away around. Mavis reveals that she wants to give the outside world another chance, having been inspired by Johnny. However, Dracula accidentally reveals he built the town she visited the night before to scare her into

staying at the hotel, much to Mavis's shock. The situation worsens when a still-frozen Quasimodo is wheeled into the hall by Esmeralda to expose Johnny's secret. Due to him being unable to speak, the Fly translates the frozen language and concludes that Johnny is not a monster, but rather a masquerading human. While Frank attempts to deny his statement, Esmeralda removes Johnny's makeup and hair styling, thus confirming his identity as a human. While everyone panics, Mavis tells Johnny that no

matter if he's human; she still wants to be with him. Though initially happy to hear this, Johnny sees a distraught Dracula amidst the chaos, and remembering the pain he had shared with him, he feigns intolerance for her and the other monsters before angrily threatening Murray and leaving. Mavis blames her father before flying out of the hall. The guests leave to pack their luggage, angry with Dracula for letting a human into the hotel. Dracula later finds Mavis on the roof; she asks him to

erase her mind to forget Johnny, but he refuses. Mavis shows him the gift Martha left for her 118th birthday, a book with the story about how her parents met; they crashed into each other as bats and felt a Zing, which is a once-in-a-lifetime "love at first sight". Mavis confesses that she thought she Zinged with Johnny,

something that shocks Dracula. With her dreams crushed, Mavis tells her father that there's no more reason for her to try leaving the hotel; she returns to her room, heartbroken. A horrified Dracula realizes that he ruined his daughter's only chance at true love. The next morning, all the guests are trying to leave. Dracula tries

calming them, but they respon negatively to him. Overcome by guilt, Dracula explains Johnny was a good guy, and that he actually has no idea if humans are bad anymore; Frank backs him up on Johnny's character. Dracula explains that Mavis Zinged with Johnny, and that he ruined things with his overprotectiveness. Frank, Griffin, Wayne and Murray join Dracula in a cab, as they race to find Johnny. They come across one of Johnny's shirts in the haunted forest; however, Wayne has lost most of his,

sense of smell due to changing diapers. Wayne calls on his daughter Winnie, who sniffs the shirt and is able to deduce that Johnny is leaving on a 8:00 AM flight, which is only in 15 minutes. Continuing on into a human town, Dracula and the others are confused by a sign advertising a "Monster Festival"; they are shocked to find humans dressed up as monsters and several banners with pun-related cheers for them. Unfortunately, the way to the airport is blocked. Griffin uses Frank's pyrophobia

to try scaring the humans; however, they cheer as they idolize the monsters. Frank explains the situation, and several humans dressed as vampires uses their capes to provide shade for Dracula all the way to the airport. Unfortunately, the good luck ends there as Dracula catches sight of Johnny in the window of a departing plane. Risking his life, Dracula turns into a bat and flies after the plane. He gets to Johnny's window, successfully getting his attention; however, they are unable to,

understand each other due to the thick glass and wind. Dracula flies in front of the plane and smashes against the window of the cockpit. Seeing the pilot using the intercom, Dracula hypnotizes him and uses the intercom to apologize to Johnny, explaining that he made a terrible mistake by making him leave; he wants Mavis to be happy, and is happy himself if the person she loves is a kind person like Johnny. Dracula then has the pilot turn the plane around, saying they need to refuel;

humorously, he tells the passengers to quit complaining as he's burning up in the sunlight. At the hotel, Mavis sulks in the shadows of her room. Still smoking, Dracula crash-lands through her window, dismissing his condition as "a little sunburn". Dracula explains he thought it would be terrible for Mavis to leave; however,

he now knows that her unhappiness is even worse. He presents a pink hiking bag with the hotel's logo, saying it's his birthday gift to her. Mavis wonders why she would need it, until Dracula presents its accessory: Jonathan. Johnny explains that the Zing she felt for him was mutual, and that the reason he claimed to hate monsters was her father threatened to drain him dry of blood. Though initially dismissing the idea, Dracula confesses to saying that; however, he admits to being wrong,

telling Mavis to find her own paradise. Mavis and Jonathan attempt another kiss, prompting Dracula to react negatively with a snarl; however, he promptly apologises and excuses himself. That night, another party is held to celebrate Mavis's birthday, and her relationship with Johnny. Perhaps as punishment for nearly ruining both Mavis and Jonathan's lives, Quasimodo remains frozen; Wayne and Wanda's kids lick him. Mavis, Jonathan, Murrary, Frank, Griffin and Wayne sing a rap song about Zing.

Dracula approaches the stage, and is offered by Johnny the chance to join in; though refusing as first, Drac joins in and raps quite well. Mavis and Jonathan are shocked; he looks at her with a smile, while Mavis shrugs. Finishing a verse, Drac freezes everyone on stage briefly and freezes them again to get most of the last verse to himself. They all fly off on magic tables as the crowd of guests chant along with them and fireworks go off over the hotel, reading the words "The End".

FROZEN (story book)

2020-09-19T13:01:00.000+04:00

FROZEN

Once upon a time, there were two princesses named Anna and Elsa. They were sisters, and the best of friends. Elsa was born with magic ice powers, and the sisters loved building snowmen and playing on the ice Elsa made. One day, while playing, Elsa slipped and accidentally struck Anna in the head with her ice magic. She started to get very cold and weak, so their parents took her to the trolls, who had their own magic.

The trolls removed the ice from Anna's head, but they had to take all memory of Elsa's magic with it. So Anna didn't remember what had happened, or that Elsa had magic at all. To protect Elsa's secret, the King and Queen closed the castle gates and limited the people who came inside. Elsa didn't want to hurt her sister again, so she stayed in her room instead of going out to play with Anna. This made Anna very sad and lonely.

Anna kept trying to get Elsa to come out to play, but Elsa's powers were growing stronger, and she didn't want to hurt her sister, so she stayed in her room. Even after the King and Queen were lost in a storm at sea, Elsa didn't come out.

Years passed, and it was time for Elsa to be crowned Queen of Arendelle. They opened the castle gates for only one day to let people in for the ceremony. After the ceremony there was a big party in the ballroom, where the sisters spoke for the first time in many years. Anna liked the open gates, and having her sister back. Anna also met Prince Hans of the Southern Isles, who was handsome and charming, and seemed to like Anna a lot. He asked her to marry him! And...Anna said yes!

Anna asked Elsa for her blessing for the marriage, but Elsa said no! She said, "You can't marry a man you just met!"

As the sisters argued, Elsa lost control of her emotions. When she became upset, her powers were harder to control, and she shot ice from her hands into the ballroom floor. Just like that, everyone knew her secret. Panicked and scared, she ran away into the mountains. Her fear caused an eternal winter to fall over Arendelle, when it should have been the middle of summer.

Anna went after her sister, to talk to her and get her to bring back summer. Along the way, she met Kristoff, the ice harvester, and his reindeer Sven. He agreed to bring her up the North mountain to find Elsa. They also met Olaf, an enchanted snowman that Elsa had brought to life. He helped them find the huge ice palace Elsa had built on the mountain.

Anna tried to get Elsa to come back to Arendelle with her, but Elsa liked being alone on the mountain, where she could let her powers be free and didn't have to be afraid of hurting anyone. Anna told her that Arendelle was stuck in winter and they needed her to bring back summer. Elsa got upset and scared, and lost control of her emotions again, accidentally striking Anna in the heart with her magic without realizing it.

Anna still didn't want to leave without Elsa, so Elsa created a big snowman to make them go, thinking Anna and Arendelle were better off without her. After escaping the snowman, Kristoff realized Anna was getting cold and weak, and her hair was turning white. He knew that meant Elsa had struck Anna with her magic, and he brought her to the trolls, who were his adopted family.

But Grandpoppy Troll said he couldn't help her. The ice was in her heart, and only an act of true love could thaw a frozen heart. They suggested True Love's Kiss. Anna thought she was in love with Hans, so Kristoff rushed her back to the castle.

Meanwhile Hans took some men up the North mountain to look for Anna and Elsa. They captured Elsa and brought her back to the castle, demanding that she bring back summer. But she told them, "Don't you see? I can't. I don't know how." Elsa escaped the castle using her magic, running out onto the frozen water of the bay.

When Kristoff dropped Anna off at the castle, Hans refused to kiss her. He said he didn't really love her, he was only pretending so he could have the power to rule Arendelle. He locked her in a room in the castle, where she became weaker and colder, and would soon turn to solid ice. But Olaf found her and let her out of the room. He looked out the window and saw Kristoff rushing back to the castle. Elsa's fear was making a huge storm cloud over the castle, and Kristoff wanted to help and protect Anna any way he could, because he loved her.

Anna realized she loved him too, and with Olaf's help, ran out onto the frozen water of the bay to meet Kristoff for True Love's Kiss that would save her from freezing to solid ice.

Prince Hans had followed Queen Elsa out onto the ice and told her that she'd struck Anna with her power. Elsa was devastated. All that she'd done to protect her sister had failed. Hans drew his sword and held it up above Elsa, intending to strike her.

Anna heard Prince Hans draw his sword and saw him raise it above her sister's head. She couldn't let him hurt Elsa! Instead of saving herself, Anna turned and put herself between Hans and Elsa to save her sister. As Hans brought his sword down, Anna turned to solid ice, and the blade shattered on the enchanted ice of her hand, knocking Hans backward.

Elsa looked up to see her sister, frozen. She cried and hugged her icy form. But, putting herself between Hans and Elsa to save her sister and sacrificing herself was an act of true love! So Anna began to thaw and came back to life. The sisters hugged, and Elsa realized that love was the key to thawing the winter. She thought about how much she loved her sister and removed all the ice and snow from Arendelle.

They sent Prince Hans back to the Southern Isles for his big brothers to deal with. Kristoff was made Arendelle's Official Ice Master and Deliverer, and Elsa kept the castle gates open. Everyone knew her secret now, and the people of the kingdom still loved her. The sisters were best friends again, and they all lived Happily Ever After.

The End.

Kids paper crown making/easy craft /birthdayparty costume

2020-05-14T21:02:00.000+04:00

COVID 19 VACCINE WIL BE READY BY SEPTEMBER

2020-04-22T08:34:00.003+04:00

The UK government on Tuesday 21st April announced that the human trial of a
potential COVID-19 candidate vaccine being developed by researchers at
University of Oxford will begin from Thursday.

Scientists at the University of Oxford last week promised a super-fast vaccine during a virtual press conference, saying the vaccine will be available by September.

According to lead researcher Professor Sarah Gilbert, their 'ChAdOx1' vaccine can work against the coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2.

PREGNANT!!! WORRIED ABOUT COVID 19

2020-04-01T14:34:00.000+04:00

Pregnant women are more vulnerable to viral respiratory infections like the new coronavirus or COVID-19, and are urging pregnant women to do all they can to stay well. pregnant women to do all they can to avoid getting any infections by frequently washing their hands and avoiding other people who are sick.

These precautions include:

Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. Wash for at least 20 seconds before you eat, after you sneeze and after using the bathroom.
Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers in addition to hand-washing.
Regularly clean surfaces like counters and your mobile phone.
Avoid community candy jars, and be careful at buffets, where many people touch surfaces or utensils.
Sneeze and cough into a sleeve rather than into your hand or the air.
Avoid contact with anyone with cold or flu symptoms.
Stay home from work or school if you are sick.
If you’re sick or immunocompromised, avoid places with large numbers of people.
Drink water every 15 minutes.

How To Get Pregnan Faster

2019-04-13T19:48:00.000+04:00

FIGURE OUT OVULATION DATE

The key to getting pregnant quickly is figuring out when you'll ovulate, or release an egg from your ovary.You ovulate only once each menstrual cycle. If you can tell when you'll ovulate, you and your partner can time intercourse for the best chance of getting pregnant that cycle.You can use a few different methods to determine when you ovulate. Our article on predicting ovulation walks you through them.(If you have irregular periods, pinpointing ovulation could be difficult. Ask your provider for advice.)

SEX AT RIGHT TIME

Once you know your time frame for ovulation, plan to have sex during your most fertile window, which is two to three days before ovulation through the day you ovulate.

HEALTHCARE FOR BOTH THE PARTNERS

Begin taking folic acid at least one month before you start trying to conceive. This nutrient can dramatically reduce the risk of certain birth defects.Other good advice that may help you conceive a healthy baby: Kick any unhealthy habits (like drinking, smoking, or using drugs), get yourself to a healthy weight, and limit your caffeine intake to less than 300 milligrams a day (about 16 ounces of coffee).Strong, healthy sperm have the best chance of fertilizing an egg. Your partner can do several things to try to improve his fertility:

Skip tobacco and recreational drugs.

Limit alcoholic drinks to no more than three a day.

Get to a healthy weight if significantly overweight.

Get enough of certain key nutrients – like zinc, folic acid, and vitamin C – that help produce strong and plentiful sperm.

Don't use hot tubs and saunas or take hot baths because heat kills sperm. (Testicles function best at 94 to 96 degrees Fahrenheit, a couple degrees cooler than normal body temperature.)

HOW LONG TO TRY BEFORE GETTING HELP

If you're younger than 35 and haven't gotten pregnant after trying for a year, it's time to see a fertility specialist. If you're 35 or older, talk to a specialist after you've tried for six months

Life & style Breastfeeding Breastfeeding leads to better behaviour in children, researchers claim

2011-10-10T15:32:00.001+04:00

Babies who are breastfed are less likely to have behavioural problems by the age of five than those given formula milk, according to new research.
The question of whether breastfeeding has a long-term impact on behaviour has been investigated before, but the studies have usually been small-scale and inconsistent in their findings.
But a large research project carried out by the universities of Oxford, Essex and York, together with University College London, has come to a more robust conclusion. They used data from the ongoing Millennium Cohort Study, a survey of babies born in the UK during a 12-month period between 2000 and 2001.
More than 10,000 mother and baby pairs of white ethnic background took part. They were interviewed when the baby was nine months old and again at two-yearly intervals.
The researchers asked parents to fill in questionnaires to assess their children's potential behavioural difficulties. These included emotional issues such as clinginess and anxiety, hyperactivity such as restlessness, and conduct problems such as lying and stealing.
Fewer than a third of the babies born at full-term (29%) and a fifth (21%) of those born prematurely were breastfed for at least four months. But only 4% of the breastfed babies showed a tendency to behavioural problems compared with 16% of those fed formula milk.
The difference in the full-term babies was still significant even when other influences were taken into account, such as socioeconomic status and the mother's education, age and smoking habits. However, the association was not clear among the 512 children who were born prematurely.
The researchers, writing in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, say they are not concerned with ordinary childhood misbehaviour.
"Children learn appropriate behaviour from people around them and, during the learning process, all children sometimes behave inappropriately – for example, have temper tantrums or are aggressive," they write.
"Behavioural problems, however, are inappropriate behaviours that occur repeatedly over a period of time, have a negative impact on the child's development and interfere with the child's or their family's everyday life."
They offer two possible explanations for their findings. One is that breast milk contains large amounts of essential fatty acids, which are known to have an important role in the development and function of the brain and central nervous system. But in the past decade, they note, formula manufacturers have been supplementing their products with essential fatty acids and it is likely that the children in the study were given supplemented formula milk.
The other possible answer, they write, is that "breastfeeding leads to more interaction between the mother and the child, better learning of acceptable behaviours and fewer behavioural problems".
Peter Kinderman, professor of clinical psychology at Liverpool University, called it "a very good piece of research published in an important journal". He said he suspected the mother-child bonding that takes place during breastfeeding might be the most important factor.
"Positive bonding between parent and child is known to be fantastically helpful for development," he said, noting that the authors specifically took into account factors such as childcare arrangements because they are so well-established as important influences in development.
"This is more evidence of the importance of breastfeeding and mother-baby attachment, not just for physical health but also for the psychological development of the child," he said.
The authors said that more work needed to be done to see if their findings would contrast with other ethnic groups.

Pregnancy: Weeks 1-9 - Video

2011-10-05T07:50:00.000+04:00

Getting Your Children Ready for a New Baby

2011-10-05T07:39:00.001+04:00

Having a new baby is very exciting, even if it isn't your first child. Along with the regular preparations for a new baby come the added responsibilities of preparing other children for a new bundle of joy.

When to you tell your children and what to say about the pregnancy and a new baby really depends a lot on the age and maturity level of that child.

An older child with more of a concept of time passage will be able to learn earlier in the pregnancy than a child who has no concept of time. Some people choose to relate the time of the baby's birth to an event, which works well even for smaller children. For example, "The new baby will come near Thanksgiving."

Another thing to keep in mind about when to tell a child is how fearful you are of having to explain an early loss.

We actually told our older children early in pregnancy. My personal view point was that we'd have to explain my elation/nausea or my depression. When we did lose our baby, we simply explained that our baby was born way too early to survive outside. They still remember and think about our "purple baby," as they named it.

Most children have gathered a concept of pregnancy from pregnant relatives, friends, and people that they see on the streets. An older child may be really interested in the mechanics of pregnancy, such as the placenta and how it feeds the baby. How a baby learns to breathe, eat, or eliminate waste. A few children ask in passing how the baby got there. Remember to give them details of only what they really want to know. A few questions from you might help you clarify that, and they may not really be asking for a complete description. Sometimes they just want to make sure it isn't really from watermelon seeds!

medicines during pregnancy

2011-08-21T15:09:00.001+04:00

Most information we get about safety in pregnancy often comes from practical experience with the medicine over time. Often, when a medicine has been in wide use for many years without causing adverse effects on pregnancies, we can conclude that it is not harmful. Information will also come from women who have been accidentally exposed to a medicine during pregnancy and from animal studies.

So some medicines are known to be safe while others are known to be definately harmful. But in a large number of cases there isn't the firm evidence to conclude safety or risk. This applies to all medicines, be they prescription only or over-the-counter.

Taking any medicine during pregnancy is all about weighing up the pros and cons. The decision should, ideally, be made by your doctor, who will be able to weigh up the benefits of a particular medicine to the mother against the risks of that same medicine to the baby. If the benefits outweigh the risks, then the medicine may be given to the mother. If the risks to the baby are too great, then alternative treatment options need to be sought. The final decision about taking a medicine should be made in conjunction with you.

Is there anything I can take to treat minor ailments?

The best way to minimise any risks for your baby is to avoid all non-essential medicines, especially in the first trimester. However, what follows is a general overview of what you can and can't take safely to treat common minor illnesses. Remember: always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Constipation

Try dietary measures such as drinking more fluids and eating more fibre first. If these are not effective, there are over-the-counter laxatives that can be taken in pregnancy.
Bulking agents such as ispaghula (Fybogel), methylcellulose, bran and sterculia are safe.
The stimulant laxatives senna and cascara are also safe.

Heartburn and indigestion

Antacids are generally safe, though sodium bicarbonate is absorbed into the bloodstream and so should be avoided in pregnancy, since your sodium intake should not be too high.
Medicines such as Gaviscon that contain alginates are safe, and can be especially useful for heartburn caused by the pressure of the baby on the stomach. They form a raft on the stomach contents and prevent them passing back up the food pipe.

Pain such as headache or backache

Try non-drug methods first. A head massage can help relieve headache, while backache can be eased by gentle stretching to relieve tight muscles, or a soak in a warm bath.
Paracetamol is generally regarded as safe for short-term use in all three trimesters. It is widely used in all stages of pregnancy for pain relief and reducing fever.
Aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen are not recommended during pregnancy, as there are safer alternatives available. They should particularly be avoided in the last trimester, because they can delay labour, increase the length of labour and cause complications in the newborn baby. Painkilling doses of aspirin can also increase the risk of bleeding in the mother and baby if taken in the third trimester. Evidence suggests these medicines should also be avoided in the first trimester and by women attempting to conceive, as they may increase the risk of miscarriage or malformations.
Codeine and dihydrocodeine can affect the baby's breathing if taken in the last trimester, or during labour in large amounts. Heavy use may also cause a withdrawal syndrome in the newborn infant. However, small doses for a short period of time to treat specific pain can be taken in the first and second trimesters, but only on the advice of a doctor. Be aware that some over-the-counter painkillers contain codeine or dihydrocodeine. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicines during pregnancy.

Hay fever and allergies

For hay fever, first try as much as possible to reduce your exposure to the allergens that trigger it.
If this isn't possible, you can safely use sodium cromoglicate nasal spray or eye drops in all three trimesters.
Alternatively, short-term use of nasal sprays containing corticosteroids such as beclometasone is unlikely to cause any harm. With long-term use sufficient can be absorbed to impair the growth of the baby, so these should only be used after discussing any risks with your doctor or pharmacist.
Products containing antihistamines, such as brompheniramine, meclozine, diphenhydramine, doxylamine, cetirizine and loratadine should generally be avoided, as there is insufficient information about their safety. However, chlorphenamine is generally considered safe to take during all three trimesters, if the measures mentioned above fail. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicines during pregnancy.
Antihistamine nasal sprays and eye drops should be avoided.
Nasal decongestants, such as pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, xylometazoline, oxymetazoline should also be avoided as there is insufficient evidence of their safety. Steam inhalations should provide some relief from nasal congestion.

Coughs and colds

Cough and cold remedies often contain a combination of several ingredients, including painkillers, antihistamines and decongestants (see above), so it is important to make sure that each ingredient is safe before taking them. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicines during pregnancy.
The cough expectorant guaifenesin to help loosen a chesty cough can be used, though drinking lots of water is just as effective for this. You could also try using steam inhalations to help liquify mucus and make it easier to cough up. Cough medicines containing iodine as an expectorant should be avoided, as the iodine can impair the functioning of the baby's thyroid gland.
The cough suppressant dextromethorphan has been in widespread use and is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy, providing it is only taken for short periods of time and using the smallest dose possible. However, it is probably best to avoid it in the first trimester. Cough suppressants containing codeine should be avoided in the third trimester.
Soothing cough mixtures such as simple linctus, or sucking lozenges containing honey or glycerol to coat the throat, are the safest option to reduce coughing. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicines during pregnancy.

Diarrhoea

Short bouts of diarrhoea won't do your baby any harm, but diarrhoea lasting longer than a few days can cause dehydration. This can be avoided by taking rehydration salts such as Dioralyte, which are safe to use in pregnancy.
Kaolin mixture can also be used to increase the bulk of the stools.
Loperamide to stop diarrhoea should be avoided, as there is insufficient information available to decide if it is safe or not.

Vaginal thrush

There is not a great deal of information available about antifungal medicines such as clotrimazole (Canesten) or fluconazole (Diflucan 1). They should only be used after discussion of the risks and benefits with your doctor.
If you are advised to use a vaginal preparation, take care with vaginal applicators or avoid using them altogether.

Eczema, dermatitis and skin allergies

Moisturisers or soothing products such as calamine lotion should be your first port of call as these are completely safe.
Steroid creams such as hydrocortisone can be used during pregnancy, but avoid using them on large areas of skin, for long periods of time, or under dressings, as significant amounts may be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Folic acid

This is the only over-the-counter medicine that is really important to take, both prior to and during pregnancy. One 400 microgram tablet should be taken every day by women planning a pregnancy and for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. This is to help the development of the baby's spinal cord and nervous system and prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida. Taking folic acid daily also helps prevent birth defects such as cleft lip and cleft palate.

A higher daily dose (5mg) of folic acid is recommended if you or your partner has spina bifida, or if you have had a previous child born with neural tube defects. Discuss this with your doctor.

For medicines not covered here ask the advice of either your pharmacist or doctor. The best way to minimise risk is to minimise your intake of all unnecessary medicines. Remember that herbal remedies are not necessarily safe in pregnancy. If in doubt ask!

Quick recap

Are you pregnant and taking any medicines?
Have you told your doctor or pharmacist that you are pregnant?
If you are pregnant, are you taking your folic acid tablets?
Generally, avoid all medicines during pregnancy if possible.
Always consult you doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant and starting a new medicine.
Remember some over-the-counter medicines and medicines from the supermarket can be harmful to your baby.
Herbal remedies are not necessarily safe alternatives. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice about taking these while pregnant too.
If you experience any unusual effects after taking your medicine, inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Your doctor needs to weigh up the risks versus the benefits of giving a medicine during pregnancy.
Everybody is different - one woman may take a harmful medicine and have a healthy baby and another women may take a so-called safe medicine and end up having a child with a birth defect.
Birth defects can occur naturally, even if you do not take any medicines, and no one can really explain why they occur.

HOW TO CARE YOUR PREGNANT WIFE

2011-02-20T16:08:00.008+04:00

Having a pregnant wife can be a stressful time for both the husband and the wife. The wife, though, bears the brunt of pregnancy's trials. A responsible husband should try his best to ease the burden off his spouse during this high-stress period.
Care her health(both mentally and physically)-
Pregnant women experience many changes, both physically and emotionally as they progress through their pregnancy. These changes can be sometimes not noticeable to the woman herself. Expecting fathers can be a big help by learning about the pregnancy progress and watching out for his partner's health. This can be done by encouraging her to eat a proper diet and avoiding cigarettes, alcohol and the use of unnecesary drugs.
Smoking and alcohol have been both proven to have detrimental effects for children in the womb. If your wife is addicted to either, help her to quit as soon as possible. Also, second-hand smoke is also a great danger. Keep away from the smokes or quit altogether. This goes the same for alcohol; it's never wise to tempt your wife by drinking while she can't. As for unnecessary drug use, try to ask a doctor first before using any over-the-counter drugs to make sure no negative side-effects can result from it.
Be understanding. When she's depressed, cheer her up. When she's angry, calm her down. When she's insecure, have long talks with her to reassure her that you love her and your unborn child. Assisting your wife through these trying times is one of your primary duties as a husband.

Physical Activity-

Exercise is another way for a husband to help his pregnant spouse. It can be fun and stress relieving. Remember to check with her doctor about an exercise regimen before beginning. Choose exercise that are not too strenuous or dangerous. Taking long walks with her would be an excellent choice; the scenery would relax her and your companionship would do wonders for her your relationship.

Also, helping with the housework is a great way to help your pregnant wife. Try doing the chores that involve heavy lifting or strenuous work. Have her skip any household job that requires the use of aerosols or products with strong fumes, like cleaning the bathroom or painting. Taking care of the family pet should also be your job. Quite a few animal-related sicknesses are a threat to your pregnant wife and unborn child's safety.

Preparing for Child Birth-

Taking childbirth preparation classes can hep you get ready for the big event. It also gives you the opportunity to discuss pregnancy with other pregnant couples in a less stressful environment than a doctor's office. Meeting other expecting couples also gives you the chance to swap stories and share the joys of the pregnancy.

Childbirth classes operate on the belief that the more you know about the pregnancy process, the less anxious you'd feel and the more you'd feel that you and your wife are in control.

There are three types of childbirth preparation classes. The Lamaze method is probably the most popular: it concentrates on helping to ease the pain of childbirth through breathing exercises and by educating the expecting couple. The Bradley method focuses more on educating the couple and giving the husband a more active part in the birthing process. The Leboyer method's primary interest is in the unborn child itself; trying to make it more comfortable for the baby both inside and outside the womb.

Whatever method you choose, the classes usually last from five to nine weeks. Check with your doctor or the local hospital on what classes are offered. No matter what method you and your wife choose, they all help your pregnant wife, and yourself, greatly with dealing with the pregnancy.

Getting Fit After A Baby

2011-02-15T11:08:00.002+04:00

You’re back home again. You’re happy, but maybe not physically fit. That’s perfectly normal, since your body has gone through significant changes during pregnancy and has worked very hard during the birth of your baby.

When you give birth, you lose around 6 kilos (13 pounds) immediately. When you return home again, you continue to lose water and, once your uterus returns to its original size, you will lose another two to three kilos (four to seven pounds). If you are breastfeeding, you will get back to your normal weight more quickly because producing milk uses fat stores in your body and burns up lots of energy.

It is important to allow your weight to come off slowly. This process should happen naturally as long as excess kilojoules are not consumed. Aim to give yourself around six months to get your figure back naturally before resorting to a restricted eating plan. The early days of motherhood are not a good time to restrict your diet. Your body needs some additional energy and nutrients to meet the extra requirements of feeding and generally looking after your baby. As a guide:

Eat a wide variety of foods (including breads, cereals, rice, pasta, vegetables, legumes, fruits, milk, cheese, yogurt, lean meat, poultry, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds).
Drink plenty of water.
Avoid skipping meals, especially breakfast.
Take the time to have a nutritious lunch and dinner.
Have your meals at regular intervals.
Have balanced meals and snacks, without too much fat or sugar.

Getting a flat stomach again
Your stomach muscles and skin need toning up as they become distended and stretched during your pregnancy. A few gentle toning exercises will help you get your stomach firm again.

Before giving your stomach muscles a workout, you must first ensure that any physical damage as a result of giving birth has healed and is back to normal again. Speak with your doctor to find out what is best for you and when you can start.

Strengthening your pelvic floor muscles
During pregnancy and during the act of giving birth, significant demands are made on the muscles that make up your "pelvic floor". Relaxation of these muscles is responsible for poor bladder control, which some women suffer from after giving birth.

Pelvic floor exercises after childbirth can help the muscles to recover more quickly.

Speak to your doctor or physiotherapist for information on pelvic floor muscle exercises that are suitable for you.

Keeping regular
Some women experience poor bowel habits after childbirth. This inconvenience can be resolved by eating a fibre-rich diet, drinking plenty of fluids and including some gentle exercise like walking.

To help improve your bowel movements, eat a variety of fibre-rich foods like:

Wholemeal bread
Fibre-rich breakfast cereals
Fruits (fresh, canned and dried)
Vegetables
Legumes (lentils, split peas, chick peas, red kidney beans, baked beans, four bean mix)

If you would like more specific information on how to lose weight safely and effectively, consult your doctor or an accredited practising dietitian, who will provide tailored dietary advice based on your lifestyle and your physical condition.

Fertility Problems: Overweight and Obesity

2011-02-02T08:36:00.003+04:00

Being overweight can take a toll on your health and on your fertility, particularly on female fertility. Being overweight is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 26 to 29, whereas obesity is defined as having a BMI of 30 and higher. Individuals who are overweight or obese may endure difficulties trying to conceive. Read on to learn some reasons why women classified as overweight and obese tend to have lower pregnancy rates, more fertility problems , and a higher risks of complications during pregnancy . Underweight, this could be contributing to your fertility problems

Women who weigh more than the recommended weight for their height and age pose a risk to their developing fetus. This is because overweight pregnant women often have larger fetuses and more likely need a C-section to prevent a difficult delivery that may both injure the mother and baby.

Before delivery, overweight moms-to-be are at a higher risk of developing diabetes - known as gestational diabetes - during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes is associated with metabolic problems in the fetus, such as low blood sugar and jaundice. As well as, the fetus of overweight mothers may experience excessive growth, which often leads to difficulties during labor.

Heavy women also tend to be less active, and more susceptible to developing deep venous thrombosis or DVT in their legs due too poor circulation which forms blood clots. Blood clots can cause life-threatening complications if left untreated, especially during pregnancy.

Overweight and Female Fertility

Before a woman even gets pregnant, the extra tens of pounds of weight may cause infertility. For instance, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a condition where cysts (fluid-filled sacs) form on the ovaries and disrupts the regular menstrual cycle, is commonly associated with overweight and obese women. As well as, fat tissue can produce an excess of estrogen. As a result, overweight and obese women may experience hormonal imbalance that can prevent ovulation.

Studies also show that heavier women experience lower chances of success when using assisted reproductive techniques such as in vitro fertilization (IVF). Overweight women also have a higher
excessive fat and body tissue makes egg retrieval more difficult because the ovaries are harder to access and the ultrasound pictures appear more blurred.

Getting Pregnant

Most health care professionals recommend overweight women who are planning to get pregnant to lower their BMI by losing weight. However, losing weight rapidly before conception can lower your odds of conceiving and increase your risks of other pregnancy complications such as toxemia. So, the best thing to do is to cut down the weight at least six months before trying to conceive.

For weight loss and fitness ideas consider different exercises that compliment your busy lifestyle. It may be walking on your lunch breaks, signing up for a yoga class, doing Pilates or a relaxing swim after work. Consult your doctor for ways you can improve your fertility by changing your lifestyle and maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine.

Food To Avoid During Pregnancy

2011-02-01T12:47:00.001+04:00

Listeria

Listeriosis is a flu-like illness which you can get from food that contains listeria bacteria. Although it’s rare in the UK, listeriosis can cause stillbirth, miscarriage or severe illness in newborn babies.

Don't eat foods where high levels of listeria are occasionally found. For example:

Soft and blue veined cheeses, such as camembert, brie and stilton. There’s no risk of listeria from hard cheese such as cheddar or from cottage cheese or processed cheese.
Pâté: all types of pâté, including vegetable pâté.
Some prepared salads, such as potato salad and coleslaw.
Ready meals or reheated food, unless they’re piping hot all the way through.

Campylobacter and salmonella

Campylobacter and salmonella are bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Campylobacter is found in:

raw meat and poultry,
unpasteurised milk, and
untreated water.

Food poisoning from campylobacter can cause miscarriage and early (premature) labour.

Salmonella is found in:

raw meat and poultry,
unpasteurised milk, and
raw eggs and raw egg products.

Although salmonella food poisoning is unlikely to harm your baby, it’s advisable to not eat foods that may contain salmonella.

Don't eat foods containing raw or partially cooked eggs, such as homemade mayonnaise, and some mousses and sauces. Only eat eggs if they’re cooked until both the white and the yolk are solid.
Don't eat unpasteurised dairy products.
Don't drink from a contaminated water supply.
Cook all meat and poultry thoroughly. Take extra care with products made from minced meat, such as sausages and burgers. Make sure they’re cooked until piping hot all the way through and no pink meat is left.
Take extra care with meat at barbeques, parties and buffets. Bacteria breed quickly on food that’s left uncovered in a warm place.
Make sure that raw meat doesn’t come into contact with other food (for example, in the fridge), particularly food that’s already cooked, or food that will be eaten raw.

Always remember to wash your hands after handling or touching raw meat, or if you come into contact with animals.

Toxoplasmosis

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite found in cat faeces. It can also be present in:

raw or undercooked meat, and
soil left on unwashed fruit and vegetables.

Although rare, toxoplasmosis can be passed to the unborn baby, which can cause serious problems.

To reduce the risk of toxoplasmosis, don't eat the following foods:

unwashed raw fruit and vegetables,
raw or undercooked meat,
cured meats, such as Parma ham and salami, and
unpasteurised goats' milk or goats' cheese.

You should also avoid contact with soil or faeces that might contain the toxoplasmosis parasite. Always wear gloves if you’re gardening or changing a cat litter tray. If possible, ask someone else to do it for you.

Vitamin A

While you're pregnant, make sure your diet doesn't include too much vitamin A. You do need some but if too much vitamin A builds up in your body, it can harm your unborn baby. Eating a normal, well-balanced diet should give you all the vitamin A your body needs.

Liver contains high levels of vitamin A, so don't eat:

liver, and
liver products such as pâté.

Check with your GP or midwife before you take any high-dose multivitamins or cod liver oil supplements as these may contain vitamin A.

Fish to limit

When you’re pregnant, don't eat too much of some types of fish.

Oily fish is good for your health. However, you should limit how much you eat because it contains pollutants, such as dioxins and PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls).

Pregnant women should eat no more than two portions of oily fish a week. Examples of oily fish include:

fresh tuna (not canned tuna, which doesn't count as oily fish),
mackerel,
sardines, and
trout.

Tuna also contains a high level of mercury (see below). Don't eat more than two fresh tuna steaks or four medium-sized cans (about 140g per can) of tuna a week. This is about six rounds of tuna sandwiches or three tuna salads.

Fish to avoid

Don't eat some types of fish while you’re pregnant. Some fish contain a high level of mercury, which can damage your baby's developing nervous system. Don't eat:

shark,
swordfish, and
marlin.

Also don't eat raw shellfish. This will reduce your chances of getting food poisoning, which can be particularly unpleasant when you're pregnant.

Alcohol

The Department of Health advises that pregnant women, and women who are trying to conceive, should not drink alcohol and should not get drunk. Heavy drinking during pregnancy is associated with low birth weight and more serious problems such as foetal alcohol syndrome.

However, if you do decide to drink alcohol while you're pregnant, limit the amount that you drink. The Department of Health and Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists advise that pregnant women should not drink more than one to two units of alcohol once or twice a week. Binge drinking (drinking several units of alcohol in one session) should be avoided.

Caffeine

Limit the amount of caffeine you drink each day. Caffeine affects the way your body absorbs iron, which is very important for your baby's development. High levels of caffeine can result in a baby having a low birth weight or even miscarriage.

Caffeine occurs naturally in a range of foods, such as coffee, tea and chocolate. It's also added to some soft drinks and energy drinks.

It's important not to have more than 200mg of caffeine a day, which is roughly equivalent to:

two mugs of instant coffee,
one mug of filter coffee,
two mugs of tea,
five cans of regular cola, or
four (50g) bars of plain chocolate (milk chocolate has less caffeine in it than in dark chocolate).

Some cold and flu remedies also contain caffeine, so always check with your pharmacist before taking any medicines while you’re pregnant.

Sex During Pregnancy

2011-02-01T12:33:00.003+04:00

Is it safe to have sex while I'm pregnant?

Most women who are having a normal pregnancy may continue to have sex right up until their water breaks or they go into labor. You won't hurt the baby by making love. The amniotic sac and the strong muscles of the uterus protect your baby, and the thick mucus plug that seals the cervix helps guard against infection

health care provider may recommend not having intercourse early in pregnancy if you have a history of miscarriages. Intercourse may also be restricted if you have certain complications of pregnancy, such as premature labor or bleeding. You may need to ask your health care provider to clarify if this means no penetration, no orgasms, or no sexual arousal, as different complications may require different restrictions.

Will sex feel different now that I'm pregnant?

Many women report that sex feels different during pregnancy. Some find it more pleasurable, at least at times. Others may generally find it less so, for part or all of the pregnancy. Here's what's going on.

Increased blood flow to the pelvic area can cause engorgement of the genitals. The heightened sensation that results may add to your pleasure during sex. You may have more vaginal discharge or moistness, which could also be a plus.

On the other hand, you may not like how these changes feel and may find that genital engorgement gives you an uncomfortable feeling of fullness. And, as mentioned above, you may also feel some mild abdominal cramps or contractions during or immediately after intercourse or orgasm.

Your breasts may feel tingly, tender, and unusually sensitive to touch, particularly in the first trimester. The tenderness generally subsides, but your breasts may remain more sensitive. Some women will find this heightened sensitivity to be a turn-on, while others won't (and may even prefer that their breasts not be touched at all).

Let your partner know if anything feels uncomfortable, even if it's something you're used to doing together. If you find you're feeling turned on but not enjoying intercourse, consider other erotic activities, such as mutual pleasuring, oral sex, or self-stimulation. Experiment and make adjustments as a couple to make sex relaxing and pleasurable for both of you.

Remember, too, that there's more to physical intimacy than sex. If you don't feel like having sex or your practitioner has advised you not to, you can still hug, kiss, and caress each other.

I haven't really been in the mood since I got pregnant. Is this normal?

There's a wide range of individual experiences when it comes to sexual desire during pregnancy. Some women have a heightened libido throughout pregnancy, while others find they're less interested in sex. Many women find that their sexual appetite fluctuates, perhaps depending on how they're otherwise feeling physically and emotionally.

You may feel too tired, moody, or nauseated to make love, especially in the first trimester. It's not unusual to feel overwhelmed by the physical and emotional changes you're going through. But take heart – you may find that your libido returns in the second trimester after morning sickness and fatigue have eased up.

It's also not uncommon, however, for desire to wane again in the third trimester, particularly in the last month or two. At this point, you may be too big, achy, or exhausted to make love comfortably. You may feel self-conscious about how your body has changed or preoccupied with the approach of labor and birth.

Let your partner know how you feel and reassure him that you still love him. It's crucial to keep the lines of communication open and to support each other as best you can as you go through these changes together.

Prevent Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

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Stretch marks are small, depressed streaks in the skin that appear most often on the abdomen in the later stages of pregnancy when the belly is rapidly expanding to accommodate a growing baby. Some women also get them on their buttocks, thighs, hips, and breasts.

A Healthy Diet Can Help Prevent Stretch Marks

A healthy well balanced diet with plenty of vitamin E and C, zinc and silica can help support the health, wellness and overall elasticity of the skin. Vitamin E, C and A promotes the growth of elastin and collagen. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables on a daily basis will supply the body with the much needed vitamins and minerals required to support skin elasticity and collagen production.

Water is also essential to the elasticity of the skin. Proper hydration helps the skin remain soft and supple during pregnancy which ultimately supports the stretching of the skin during periods of growth and weight gain.

Avoid Stretch Marks by Exfoliating and Moisturizing the Skin Regularly

Exfoliation is an ideal way to slough off dead skin cells and promote the growth and regeneration of healthy new skin cells. Regular exfoliation promotes healthy and glowing skin over the entire body as well as increases circulation and blood flow to the skin. Exfoliation also prepares the skin for the application of moisturizer and increases the skins ability to absorb moisture.

There are a variety of moisturizers, creams and oils that can help the skin remain soft and supple throughout pregnancy. In addition to keeping the skin well lubricated, oils, creams and moisturizers also support the skin during periods of growth allowing for ample stretching without tearing the middle layer of the skin where stretch marks occur.

Skin lotions are often enhanced with vitamins and minerals that support the elasticity of the skin as well as enhanced collagen production. Look for skin care creams, lotions and oils that contain vitamin E, vitamin C, emu oil, coco butter, wheat germ oil, almond oil or lanolin. Apply to the skin twice daily to keep skin soft and supple as well as to prevent the formation of stretch marks.

Minimize the Severity of Stretch Marks by Gaining the Recommended Amount of Weight during Pregnancy

Gaining an excessive amount of weight during pregnancy can lead to the development of stretch marks. Doctors recommend a weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds (although this can vary depending on a woman's BMI) during pregnancy with a focus on a healthy well balanced diet.

Signs of Pregnancy

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pregnancy symptoms indicate that one's body is preparing to give birth to a new life. Pregnancy symptoms may vary from woman to woman therefore one has to observe the pregnancy symptoms very minutely, so that one can start taking precautionary measures accordingly.

Missed Menstrual Period

A missed cycle can be a sign of pregnancy. It is usually the first indicator that conception has occurred, although some women claim to know they are pregnant before they miss a period.

Morning Sickness

Nausea can be a sign that a woman is pregnant. Many women say that they've had nausea up to two weeks before an expected monthly cycle and before any other symptom. Eating crackers before getting out of the bed in the morning can help, and eating several smaller meals instead of larger ones throughout the day can also limit nausea.

Tender Breasts

Tender, swollen breasts are another early symptom. While tender breasts are a symptom of an impending cycle, enlarged breasts are not. Sore and swollen breasts with a tingling sensation can be an early indicator of pregnancy.

Fatigue

Extreme fatigue can be another indicator of pregnancy, especially if other symptoms are

present. A nap a day can help a pregnant woman maintain normal daily activities.

Frequent Urination

An increased urge to urinate can be an indicator and usually occurs between 6 to 8 weeks pregnant.

Pregnancy Headaches

Headaches in early pregnancy are a common symptom and begin at about the 6th week. A quick nap can help diminish headaches in pregnancy.

As difficult as headaches in pregnancy can be to tolerate, remember that this is a temporary condition, and they diminish considerably by the end of the third or fourth month. Most women don't experience headaches past that point, unless other medical conditions are triggering them.

Preeclampsia or toxemia can begin with headache and can be dangerous to a pregnant woman. If your headaches persist or return later in pregnancy, be sure to call your healthcare provider immediately.

Spotting

Spotting is a common symptom in pregnancy. Some women report what seems to be a short, light period before the onset of other symptoms. This may be implantation bleeding (when the egg implants itself into the lining of the uterus) and not a monthly period at all . If you are pregnant and you experience spotting, check in with your doctor, as spotting is also an indicator of miscarriage in early pregnancy.

Lightheadedness

Some pregnant women experience lightheadedness and may even actually faint. Again, this is usually not an issue past the fourth month of pregnancy. If it occurs later, see your doctor.

Constipation

Hormonal changes can affect the digestive system and cause constipation. Drinking plenty of water and exercising can help. A pregnant woman should ask her doctor to recommend exercises that she can do safely while pregnant.

Heartburn

Heartburn can be a symptom throughout pregnancy. In months 1 to 4, heartburn is caused by hormonal changes. In months 5 to 9, the fetus can put pressure on a pregnant woman's organs. Eating frequent smaller meals and remaining in an upright position for at least an hour after eating can help reduce the incidence or severity of heartburn.

By the end of the fourth month of pregnancy, most of these pregnancy symptoms subside and elation and joy overcome most any mother-to-be. Energy levels return to normal as does the desire for food. If this is not the case, contact your doctor.

Miscarriage in Early Pregnancy

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Miscarriage is very common, and occurs in three out of every 10 pregnancies. Most miscarriages happen in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Having a miscarriage doesn't mean that you won't be able to get pregnant again, and most women go on to have a successful pregnancy in the future.

Symptoms of miscarriage

The most common symptom of miscarriage is vaginal bleeding. This can vary from light spotting to bleeding that is heavier than your period. You may also see blood clots, a brown discharge, or other tissue that isn't clearly identifiable.

You can often get cramping and pain in your pelvis or back. You may find that the usual symptoms of pregnancy, such as breast tenderness, feeling sick and having to pass urine more frequently than usual stop unexpectedly.

Sometimes there are no symptoms and your miscarriage may only be discovered in a routine scan.

If you have vaginal bleeding at any time during pregnancy, you should contact your GP or midwife immediately for advice.

Causes of miscarriage

About half of all early miscarriages happen because of a problem in the way your genetic material (chromosomes) combined when your egg and your partner's sperm has joined during fertilization. You may never find out why this has happened, but it's more likely to be due to chance than to any underlying problem with either you or your partner.

Imbalances in pregnancy hormones, problems with your immune system, and some infections such as listeriosis (Listeria infection) and malaria are also thought to make miscarriages more likely.

Miscarriages become more common as you get older, because egg quality decreases with age. If you drink alcohol while you're pregnant, your risk of having a miscarriage is higher. It's also higher with multiple pregnancies, such as twins. Smoking may increase the risk of miscarriage, so you should stop smoking during pregnancy.

There isn't enough evidence to show whether or not stress is a risk factor for miscarriage, but it's a good idea to take time during the day to relax.

Doing moderate exercise or having sex whilst you're pregnant doesn't increase your risk of miscarriage.

You're slightly less likely to have a miscarriage if you previously took the contraceptive pill.

Often you won't know what has caused your miscarriage. If you have already started to miscarry there is very little that can be done to prevent it.

Diagnosis of miscarriage

Your GP will ask you about your symptoms and examine you. He or she may also ask you about your medical history, and may give you an internal examination.

Your GP may refer you to a gynecologist (a doctor who specializes in women's reproductive health) or to an early pregnancy assessment unit at a hospital to have further tests, including those listed below.

1,An ultrasound scan uses sound waves to produce an image of the inside of your womb (uterus). If you're in the earlystages of pregnancy (less than six to seven weeks), it's sometimes not possible to tell if your pregnancy is progressing in an unusual way that might indicate a miscarriage. If this is the case, you may need to have another scan in seven to 10 days time.

2,Blood tests can be used to find out if you have a rhesus-negative blood group. If you're rhesus negative, you will be offered an injection to prevent a condition called rhesus disease in subsequent pregnancies.

3,You may be asked to take a pregnancy test if your pregnancy was not confirmed. This may be repeated 48 hours later to check your hormone levels.

4,Your GP or gynaecologist may use one of the following terms to describe your type of miscarriage.

A threatened miscarriage describes bleeding in early pregnancy where your cervix (the opening to your womb) is tightly closed. Your pregnancy should continue if your ultrasound scan shows the heartbeat of your developing baby.

An inevitable miscarriage describes bleeding in early pregnancy where your cervix is open, which means your pregnancy will be lost.

An incomplete miscarriage describes a miscarriage that has definitely started, but there is still some pregnancy tissue left in your womb. Your cervix is usually found to be open.

A complete miscarriage means that your pregnancy has been lost. Your womb is now empty and your cervix has closed.

A delayed or missed miscarriage means that although the baby stopped growing and died, you didn't lose any pregnancy tissue straight away. This type of miscarriage usually causes a small amount of dark-brown blood loss. You may get sudden end-of-pregnancy symptoms or you may have no symptoms at all.

Treatment of miscarriage

If your miscarriage is complete, you won't usually need any further treatment. For an incomplete or missed miscarriage or when you have a lot of bleeding, you may need treatment with medicines or surgery to remove the remaining pregnancy tissue, although some women may prefer to let nature takes its course (this is called expectant management).

Expectant management is linked with an increased risk of bleeding, whereas surgical treatment carries a slightly increased risk of infection.

Medicines

Doctors may prescribe mifepristone (Mifegyne) alone or in combination with either misoprostol (Cytotec) or gemeprost. These soften the cervix and make the womb contract so that the remainder of the pregnancy tissue is expelled.

You may get an infection which can make any bleeding last longer and can sometimes cause an unpleasant smelling discharge from your vagina. If this happens, your doctor may prescribe a course of antibiotics such as metronidazole (Zidoval) to clear up any infection.

Always ask your doctor for advice and read the patient information leaflet that comes with your medicine.

Surgery

Your surgeon will advise you on whether surgery to remove any remaining pregnancy tissue is the best option for you. This may depend on the stage of your pregnancy, the amount of bleeding you're having, and your own preference.

Surgery for miscarriage is a short procedure to empty your womb. It's known as an evacuation of retained products of conception (ERPC or ERPOC).

The operation is usually done as a day case under general anaesthesia. This means you will be asleep during the procedure.

During the procedure, your surgeon will pass a soft plastic tube through your cervix into your womb. The pregnancy material is removed by suction.

Recurrent miscarriage

Some women have more than one miscarriage. Even if you have had two miscarriages, it's unlikely that you have an underlying medical problem, and most women go on to have a successful pregnancy in the future.

After three consecutive miscarriages your GP may refer you to a gynaecologist to have some tests to rule out a specific cause. Possible causes include a hormonal disturbance, genetic problems, abnormalities of your womb, or a condition where your body's own defence mechanism attacks itself, leading to blood clots in the placenta.

Prevention of miscarriage

Every pregnancy is at risk of miscarriage; however, if you drink alcohol or smoke, your risk of having one is higher (see Causes of miscarriage).You can help to reduce your risk of pregnancy problems by eating a balanced diet, losing any excess weight and by not drinking too much or smoking.

After a miscarriage

The physical effects of a miscarriage tend to clear up quickly. Any bleeding usually settles down within seven to 10 days. It's best not to use tampons at this stage, so that you reduce the chance of infection. Your next period is likely to follow between four and six weeks later.

The emotional impact of miscarriage can be greater than the physical effects. Miscarriage can cause a range of feelings. Everyone reacts differently and there is no right or wrong way to feel.

Some couples decide that they want to begin trying for another baby right away, while others feel that this is too soon and need longer to recover emotionally. There is no right or wrong thing to do, and you need to do what you feel is best for you. You will usually be advised to wait until you have had at least one period before trying again, although it's safe to have sex when the bleeding has settled and you both feel ready.

Labour Pain Signs

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What are some of the early signs of labor? After 9 months it all comes down to this. Most women are both excited and a little nervous at the same time. The amazing thing about pregnancy and the female body is that no pregnant woman can miss the early signs of labor because her body will provide her with clues to tell her that the start of labor is approaching.here is main signs for labour pain,

Contractions
Contractions are one of the first and most important signals that baby is on her way! If you are feeling labor contractions, you may be beginning labor, so it is important to keep track of them, including their length, intensity, and how many minutes apart they are. You might want to get your partner to help you with this, especially if the contractions become really intense.

True contractions tend to occur at regular and consistent intervals. They will also become stronger in intensity and last for longer periods of time if you are really going into labor. If your labor pain continues to come at five minute intervals, you should probably contact your health care provider and begin your plan for labor, whatever that may be.

False contractions, also called Braxton Hicks contractions, should feel quite different from real labor contractions. They are often less painful and should eventually decline in intensity. Unlike real labor pains, Braxton Hicks will not increase in frequency unless you are engaging in particularly heavy work or activity.

Back Pain
You have probably been suffering from a sore and aching back for a while now, but back pain is also a sign that you may be going into labor. If your lower back feels particularly achy than it could be a labor sign If you are in labor, this back pain should also increase in intensity. Back pain often comes along with symptoms similar to those you would get with you period. You may feel particularly crampy or premenstrual.

Bloody Show
Labor is often preceded by the appearance of a bloody discharge from the vagina. This discharge is actually the mucous plug that blocks the entrance to the cervix. This mucuous plug has spent the last nine months protecting your baby from infection. Now that the mucuous plug is gone, your baby can begin to move down into the birth canal.

This plug is often referred to as a bloody show, as it looks like it is tinged with blood. It can be dark brown or red in appearance. Once this plug has appeared, labor can occur at any time, although it could still be days away.

Dilation of the Cervix
Once you begin labor, your cervix will become softer and thinner than usual. This is referred to as effacement. Your cervix will also begin to dilate to accomodate the size of your baby.

You probably won't notice that your cervix is dilating or that you are becoming effaced. Your health care provider will notice this effacement during your pelvic exam.

Breaking of Waters
Only about 15% of pregnant women actually experience the breaking of their waters, so this may not be the best marker of the early stages of labor. However, if it does occur, you should call your doctor and go to the hospital right away, as this is a sign you are in labor.

During pregnancy, your baby grows and develops in a sac of special water called amniotic fluid. When labor begins, this fluid sac can break sending a gush or just a trickle of water out. This fluid should be clear. If it is green or brownish in color this could be a sign that your baby is in distress, so head to the hospital right away

baby names: Abortion in Islam

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baby names: Abortion in Islam: "Humans are the most favoured creation of the Creator, Allah (swt): 'And indeed We have honoured the children of Adam, carried them on land ..."

fasting during pregnancy

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Pregnant women who fast during Ramadan could be putting the health of their unborn baby at risk, according to a new study. Fasting during the month is one of the five pillars of Islam, although pregnant women are exempt if it poses a risk to their health.

WHO IS EXEMPT FROM SAWM?

Fasting is mandatory on every Muslim who is sane, adult, able and resident. The following exemptions apply:

1,the insane;
2,children who are not adolescent yet;
3,the elderly and chronically ill for whom fasting is unreasonably strenuous; Such persons are required to feed at least one poor person every day in Ramadan for which he or she has missed fasting.
4,pregnant women and nursing may postpone the fasting at a later time;
5,the ill and the travellers can also defer their fasting.
Allah says in the Qur'an, Surah Al-Baqara:
'But if anyone is ill, or on a journey, the prescribed period should be made up by days later. Allah intends every facility for you; He does not want to put you to difficulties.'
6,Women during the period of menstruation or of post childbirth confinement. Fasting during these periods is forbidden and should be made up later, a day for a day.

Breast Milk And Newborn Babies

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Mother’s milk is a matchless compound created by Allah to meet the baby’s nutritional needs and protect it against possible infections. The balance of the nutriments in mother’s milk is at ideal levels and the milk is in the ideal form for the baby’s immature body. At the same time, the mother’s milk is also very rich in nutrients which accelerate the growth of brain cells and the development of the nervous system. 1 Artificial baby foods prepared with present-day technology cannot replace this miraculous food.

The list of advantages to the baby provided by mother’s milk is being added to every day. Research has shown that babies who are fed mother’s milk are particularly protected against infections concerning the respiratory and digestive systems. That is because the antibodies in mother’s milk provide a direct defence against infection. Other anti-infection properties of mother’s milk are that it provides a hospitable environment for “good” bacteria called “normal flora” thus constituting a barrier to harmful bacteria, viruses and parasites. Furthermore, it has also been established that there are factors in mother’s milk which arrange the immune system against infectious diseases and allow it to function properly. 2

Since the mother’s milk has been specially designed, it is the most easily digestible food for babies. Despite being nutritionally very rich, it is easily digested by the baby’s sensitive digestive system. Since the baby thus expends less energy on digestion, it is able to use that energy for other bodily functions, growth and organ development.

The milk of mothers who have had premature babies contains higher levels of fat, protein, sodium, chloride and iron to meet the baby’s needs. Indeed, it has been established that the functions of the eye develop better in premature babies fed on mother’s milk and that they perform better in intelligence tests. In addition, they also have a great many other advantages.

One of the ways in which mother’s milk is important to the development of the new-born baby is the fact that it contains omega-3 oil alpha linoleic acids. As well as being an important compound for the human brain and retina, it is also of great importance from the point of view of new-born babies. Omega-3 is of particular importance throughout pregnancy and the early stages of babyhood if the brain and nerves are to develop normally. Scientists particularly emphasise the importance of mother’s milk as a natural and perfect store of omega-3. 3

Furthermore, research by Bristol University scientists revealed that among the long-term benefits of mother’s milk are its positive effect on blood pressure, thanks to which the risk of heart attack is reduced. The research team concluded that the protective nature of mother’s milk stems from its nutritional content. According to the results of the research, published in the medical journal Circulation, babies fed on mother’s milk are less likely to develop heart disease. It has been revealed that the presence in mother’s milk of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids—these prevent hardening of the arteries—along with the fact that babies fed on mother’s milk consume less sodium—this is closely linked to blood pressure—and do not, as a result, gain excessive amounts of weight are among the ways that mother’s milk benefits the heart. 4

In addition, a team led by Dr. Lisa Martin, of the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Centre in the USA, found high levels of the protein hormone known as adiponectin in mother’s milk. 5 High blood levels of adiponectin are associated with a reduced risk of heart attack. Low levels of adiponectin are found in people who are obese and who are at increased risk of a heart attack. It was therefore established that the risk of obesity in babies fed on mother’s milk declined in relation to this hormone. Furthermore, they also discovered the presence of another hormone called leptin in the mother’s milk which has a central role in fat metabolism. Leptin is believed to be a signal to the brain that there is fat on the body.

According to Dr. Martin’s announcement, therefore, these hormones absorbed in babyhood through mother’s milk reduce the risk of such illnesses as obesity, type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance, and coronary artery disease. 6

Facts about “The Freshest Food”:

The facts about the mother’s milk are not restricted to these. The contribution it makes to the baby’s health alters according to the phases the baby undergoes and whichever foodstuff is required at a particular stage, the contents of the milk change to meet those very specific needs. Mother’s milk, ready at all times and at the ideal temperature, plays a major role in brain development because of the sugar and fat it contains. In addition, elements such as calcium in it play a large role in the development of the baby’s bones.

Although it is called milk, this miraculous compound actually consists mostly of water. This is a most important feature because in addition to food, babies also need liquid in the form of water. Full hygiene may not be established in water or foodstuffs other than mother’s milk. Yet mother’s milk—90% water no less—, meets the baby’s water needs in the most hygienic manner.

Mother’s Milk and Intelligence

Scientific research shows that the cognitive development in breast-fed babies is greater than that in other babies. A comparative analysis of breast-fed babies and formula-fed babies by James W. Anderson—an expert from the University of Kentucky—established that the IQs of babies fed on mother’s milk were 5 points higher than those of other babies. As a result of this study, it was determined that intelligence is benefited by mother’s milk for up to 6 months and that children who are breast-fed for less than 8 weeks show no IQ benefit. 7

Does Mother’s Milk Combat Cancer?

As a result of all the research performed, it is proven that mother’s milk, on which hundreds of papers have been published, protects babies against cancer. This, despite the fact that the mechanism is not yet fully understood. When a protein from the mother’s milk killed off tumour cells which had been grown in laboratories without damaging any healthy cells, researchers stated that a great potential has emerged. Catharina Svanborg, professor of clinical immunology at Lund University in Sweden, headed the research team that discovered these miraculous secrets of mother’s milk. 8 This team at Lund University have described the way that mother’s milk provides protection against many forms of cancer as a miraculous discovery.

Initially, researchers treated intestinal mucous cells taken from new-born babies with mother’s milk. They observed that the disorder caused by the bacterium Pneumococcus and known as pneumonia was efficiently halted by mother’s milk. What is more, babies fed on mother’s milk encounter far fewer hearing difficulties than those fed on formula and suffer far fewer respiratory infections. After a series of studies, it was shown that mother’s milk also provides protection against cancer. After showing that the incidence of the lymph cancer observed in childhood was nine times greater in formula-fed children, they realised that the same results applied to other forms of cancer. According to the results, mother’s milk accurately locates the cancer cells and later destroys them. It is a substance called alpha-lac (alphalactalbumin), present in large quantities in mother’s milk, that locates and kills the cancer cells. Alpha-lac is produced by a protein that assists in the manufacture of the sugar lactose in the milk.9

This Matchless Blessing Is a Gift from Allah:

Another miraculous feature of mother’s milk is the fact that it is exceedingly beneficial for the baby to be fed with it for two years. 10 This important information, only recently discovered by science, was revealed by Allah fourteen centuries ago in the verse: “Mothers should nurse their children for two full years—those who wish to complete the full term of nursing…” (Qur’an, 2:233)

In the same way that the mother does not decide to produce milk, the most ideal source of nourishment for the helpless baby in need of feeding in her body, neither does she decide on the various nutritional levels within it. It is Almighty Allah, Who knows the needs of and displays mercy to every living thing, Who creates mother’s milk for the baby in the mother’s body.

Abortion in Islam

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Humans are the most favoured creation of the Creator, Allah (swt): "And indeed We have honoured the children of Adam, carried them on land and sea, gave them lawful, pure provisions, and greatly preferred them above many of those We have created." (Al-Isra,17:70)Among these signs of Allah’s favour on the children of Adam, is the sacred value Allah (swt) assigns to the life of a human being. When that value was violated with the first unlawful murder of a human being on earth, when one of Adam’s sons killed his own brother out of malice, Allah (swt) condemned that act and put it on record in the Quran as a reminder, to be recited until the Day of Judgement.Allah (swt) went even further, making unlawful killing of a single individual human being equal to mass murder of the whole of mankind: "Because of that, We ordained for the children of Israel that if anyone killed a person not in retaliation for murder or for spreading mischief on earth, it would be as if he killed all mankind. And who saved a life, it would be as if he saved all mankind." (Al-Maidah,5:32)

The Qur'an clearly disapproves of killing other humans: “Take not life which Allah has made sacred” (6:151; see also 4:29 “If a man kills a believer intentionally, his recompense is Hell, to abide therein (for ever)” (4:93). Allah (SWT) went even further, making unlawful killing of a single individual human being equal to mass murder of the whole of mankind: "Because of that, We ordained for the children of Israel that if anyone killed a person not in retaliation for murder or for spreading mischief on earth, it would be as if he killed all mankind. And who saved a life, it would be as if he saved all mankind." (Al-Maidah, 5:32)

As to whether abortion is a form of killing a human, the Qur'an does not make any explicit statements. Only Surah 17:31 warns believers in general: “Kill not your children for fear of want. We shall provide sustenance for them as well as for you. Verily the killing of them is a great sin.”

The Qur'an makes it clear that a foetus must not be aborted because the family fear that they will not be able to provide for it - they should trust Allah to look after things:

kill not your offspring for fear of poverty;

it is we who provide for them and for

you,surely,killing them is a great sin.

Qur'an 17:32

Most Muslim scholars would say that a foetus in the womb is recognised and protected by Islam as a human life.

The only case when aborting a foetus, before or after 120 days, is allowed in Islam, is when a medical situation threatens the life of the mother, leaving only two options, to let either the other or the foetus survive, but not both. Scholars argue that such a case can only be determined by a specialist, trusted and committed Muslim doctor. They argue that the mother can have other children, whereas the child cannot make up for losing the mother

It helps to remember what our beloved Prophet, Rasulullah (s), did when a woman came to him confessing that she was pregnant from adultery, although she was married. Her remorse and atonement for the sin was stronger than the fear from the penalty of being stoned to death. Rasulullah (s) first tried to verify that she was indeed confessing to the sin, and after she insisted, he sent her back to wait until she gave birth to the child. With true intention of being purified and punished in this world rather than in the Hereafter, she returned carrying a newborn child. Again, Rasulullah (s) sent her back to look after the child until the child was weaned. She later returned with the child eating a piece of bread in his hand.Only then Rasulullah (s) ordered that she be stoned to death as ordained by Allah (swt). The punishment was carried out with true commitment to Islamic Law in an Islamic State ruled by Rasulullah (s). When some of her blood stained one of the companions, he cursed her. Rasulullah (s) stopped him saying that she has truly repented, so much so that if her repentance were to be distributed to all the residents of Madinah, it would have been sufficient to wipe out all of their sins.

Aqeeqah & shaving the head

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There are 2 things in Aqeeqah ceremony: the shaving of the hair from the head of a newborn baby, and the sacrifice of an animal (these were also characteristic features of Millat-u-Ibrahim, the religion of the Prophet Ibrahim).

The hair on the child's head is shaven and its weight in silver is given as charity. An animal is then sacrificed as a mark of celebration and distributed amongst friends, family, the poor and a portion is kept for ones own consumption.

Ali (RA) reported that the Messenger of Allah slaughtered a goat on the occasion of Hasan's birth, the son of Fatimha (RA) and Ali (RA) and said "Oh Fatimah! Shave the head of Hasan and pay silver equal to the weight of the hair as charity".
Sahih Sunan at-Tirmithee 2:1226

It is reported by Abdullah bin al-As that the Prophet said, "To whomsoever a child is born and he wants to perform a sacrifice of Aqeeqah on behalf of it, he should sacrifice two goats for a boy and one goat for a girl".
Sunan Abu Dawood 2:2836

"During the age of ignorance, when a child was born to anyone of us, we used to slaughter a goat and smear the child with its blood. Later, after the dawn of Islam, our practice became (on the advice of the Prophet) that we sacrifice a goat of Aqeeqah on the seventh day after the birth of the child, shave the head of the infant and apply saffron on it".
Sunan Abu Dawood 2:2137