Bellies Abroad
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Prenatal Test Schedule
Compiled by Karen DeLucia
The complete guide to necessary tests during your pregnancy.
Oxytocin and the Partner’s Role in Labour and Delivery
By Gabriella Pacini
Oxytocin is a hormone that is formed in the pituitary gland and is released in connection with different types of intimacy and contributes to the initiation and fortification of relationships. Most importantly, oxytocin makes these relationships more permanent; it is called hormones of love.
Why Should a Pregnant Woman Visit an Osteopath?
By Barbara Pacini
Pregnancy is accompanied by a series of physical changes, structural, hormonal and emotional that can alter the physiology of the expectant mother, sometimes making childbirth painful and complex. Frequently observed complications during childbirth are associated with the improper alignment and structural changes of muscle tone in the affected areas.
Legal
Consultations with lawyers specializing in international family law and international estate planning
Counseling
Psychiatry and counseling with professionals who have special knowledge and experience of the challenges facing expat families.
General Health
For the general health and wellness of the whole family.
Pediatrics
Pediatric appointments, well baby visits and other medical concerns.
Post-natal
Care and support after delivery for mother and child.
