Lyme disease is an inflammatory disease that rapidly progresses. Transmitted by the bite of an infected deer tick, Lyme disease is most common in the Northeast section of the United States. However, the disease has also appeared in the upper East coast, in the upper Midwest, and along the coasts of northern California and Oregon.
Ok, might be an odd question, but can a preemie gain to much weight to fast? Samuel was born Sept. 30 at 31.5 weeks weighing 3 lbs 9 oz. on Dec 9 at 10 weeks he weighed 9 lbs. He has reflux but the silent kind where he doesn't spit up much but was in constant pain until we started both prevacid and Zantac.
Weight gain is especially important between weeks 20 to 24 of pregnancy. If a mother of twins gains 24 pounds by the 24th week of pregnancy, she reduces her chance of preterm labor. Early weight gain is also vital for the development of the placenta, which aids in the passing of nutrients to the babies. Weight gain depends on a number of factors including height, body type, and pre-pregnancy weight. However, most women who are carrying twins are encouraged to gain 35 to 45 pounds.