Pregnancy, Fertility and Eating Disorders
The Baby Weight
Written by Galia Myron 30 September 2009
Experts discuss the growing trend of pregnant women who fear their growing bellies.
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As celebrity magazines and television shows have expanded their coverage of actresses, models and pop stars from their first baby bumps to their post-baby body workouts and diets, women have felt more pressure than ever to maintain a thin body even while expecting, experts say. Please visit demo dirt to read the rest of the article: http://demodirt.com/index.php/women/health/293-the-baby-weight
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Resources
Eating Disorders & Pregnancy @ National Eating Disorders Assoc
Eating Disorders During Pregnancy @ American Pregnancy Assoc
Tips on Pregnancy, Eating Disorders and Weight Gain @ Good Morning America(ABC)