Many have seen or heard of the television series “16 and Pregnant.” In 2009 this series began with the intention to show teens how difficult it is to be a parent. While “16 and Pregnant” has been playing for many years now‚ the debate has been sparked whether the show promotes or prevents pregnancy. Many people think that “16 and Pregnant” promotes pregnancy. The show makes being a parent look more glamorous then difficult. They make it look easier and even more “fun” to be a teenage parent.
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Epidemiology and Health Planning Module 1 Current Events January 18‚ 2014 Is “16 and Pregnant” an effective form of birth control? On January 13‚ National Public Radio‚ as well as several other news organizations in print‚ published an article on a study by Melissa Kearney and Phillip Levine of the Brookings Institute. The study‚ titled ”Media influences on social outcomes: The impact of MTV’s 16 and Pregnant on teen childbearing” was sponsored by the National Bureau of Economic Research.
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I have a unique story to write about. When I was 15 I found I was pregnant. Initially‚ I just thought I had stomach cramps‚ but they got worse and eventually I went to the emergency room. My Mom went with me and stayed with me while the doctor ran some tests. The doctors thought I had the stomach flu‚ but they did a urine test and it showed I was pregnant. I felt nervous and afraid and my mom was upset. My mom was upset because she didn’t like the baby’s father. My mom didn’t like my boyfriend
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complication during pregnancy. (OBGYN James Christmas) Nicotine and carbon monoxide reduce the body’s supply of oxygen. Nicotine cuts off oxygen by narrowing blood vessels‚ including blood vessels found in the umbilical cord. (Woolston 1) Smoking while pregnant will heavily impact a baby’s weight‚ body‚ and lungs. Smoking will also potentially cause a baby to have heart problems and problems with brain function. Common complications include stillbirth‚
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Being pregnant is a unique experience for every woman. It’s a time of change and emotional and physical highs and lows. With all the changes you go through you may feel a burning desire to keep some things the same. If you’ve become used to dying your hair you may want to continue with this important part of your beauty regimen and you may be wondering if it’s safe to do so. Doctors as group are very hesitant to give pregnant women the go ahead to do certain things. It’s true that a sip of wine won’t
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childbearing ages has risen in the United States‚ in fact substance abuse is much higher in this age group than with any other age group. While this is a problem within itself already‚ the problem worsens when a woman who was already abusing drugs gets pregnant. It should be assumed that taking drugs during a pregnancy is extremely dangerous‚ not only to the fetus but also to the mother. Pregnancy is proven to be harsh on the mother’s body‚ but when illicit substances are added to the equation there is
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“SHOULD A PREGNANT WOMAN BE PUNISHED FOR EXPOSING HER FETUS TO RISK?” TAMEA SPURLIN HEALTH RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITY (HS542) JANURARY 23‚ 2011 PROFESSOR GOMILLION In my opinion‚ pregnant women should be punished for partaking in legal behaviors such as taking fertility medication‚ smoking‚ and drinking‚ all of which can cause harm to the fetus. I think a woman should subordinate her right to control her life when she decides to become
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Pregnant Inmates When carrying a child it is important to get the right care and right nutrition to assure mother and baby are healthy throughout the whole process. While at home‚ the right amount of prenatal medication and nutrients can be consumed with no doubt. There are also books and online sources you can refer to while at home to get information on whats going on with your body. Also your doctor is just a call away if you experience any issues or have any questions during your pregnancy
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slightly blood-tinged discharge. This is their mucus plug‚ and it’s a sign that their cervix has begun dilating in preparation for labor. If they experience a sudden rush of fluid‚ it may mean that their water has broken‚ (although only about 8% of pregnant women have their water break before contractions begin).
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Needs of a pregnant mother Principles of care: * To impress the patient about the importance of regular checkup. * To maintain and improve the health status of the woman to the optimum till delivery. * To improve and tone up the psychology‚ explaining the changes and events likely to occur during pregnancy and labour. Needs of the pregnant mother The needs of a pregnant mother are as follows: i. Diet ii. Personal hygiene including breast care iii. Rest and sleep iv
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