Counseling and education that Mrs. G needs

Many pregnancies are unplanned as a result of missing pre-pregnancy counseling (Johnson, 2017). For instance, the case of Mrs. G, she has been having complication right away from the first pregnancy. Despite the fact that she is aware that her first pregnancy had intricate issues she chooses not to have antenatal appointments.  She still finds herself with the same complications during her second pregnancy and as a result, Mr. G advice her to seek antenatal intervention to avoid malformations and complication with the unborn baby.  During her appointments with the doctor, Mrs. G is diagnosed with high blood pressure which is a threat to the fetus. As a result, it is advisable for Mrs. G to control her diet to avoid being obese as it leads to high blood pressure. Mrs. G is ought to adhere to doctors instructions and eat food rich in folic acid during the antenatal period.  Moreover, Mrs. G should discuss her pregnancy history with the doctor. This will help to reduce chances of having a complicated antenatal process prior to conception in future. As a young woman who has complicated issues with pregnancy, Mrs. G should get medical counseling on the most suitable contraceptive method from a midwife. This will help to reduce unplanned pregnancies which will have negative effects on her marriage.  

Resources that Mrs. G needs

Through the antenatal process, Mrs. G should consider having the following. To start with, she should make a maternal appointment with a healthcare provider or read related topics on good parenting. This will help her learn the importance of intimacy between her kids and their father. In addition, Mrs. G should consider taking herbal supplements such as fenugreek to booster her milk supply for the infant. Mrs. G ought to be aware of resources offered by the health insurance organization such as free prenatal and breastfeeding classes, hence increasing her knowledge about prenatal. Moreover, Mrs. G must get to know changes in her body especially body weight gain. Trucking her body weight during pregnancy will a sure her that she is in a healthy range and gaining at a suitable pace.

Actions that Mr. G’s family need to take to achieve balance and health

Provide love and support

Both parents should extend their love and support to all their kids by responding to their emotional and physical needs. It is important for both parents to understand how their kids can be safe, healthy and happy.

Provide healthy meal and snacks

Getting the right meal for the kids will improve their immune and reduce chances of frequently falling sick (Chapman, 2008). Both parents should pay attention to what their kids consume as it will help the kids stay in the truck and be aware of the problems which they had no consent of.

Get regular checkup and vaccinations

Kids with asthma should acquire frequent check-up to monitor their health (McMurray, 2011). Vaccinating kids will prevent them from being attacked by diseases hence saving their lives.

Getting help with family planning process from a healthcare specialist

Mrs. G and her partner should decide whether they still need more kids or not (Ahmed, 2014). Seeking advice from health care provider about family planning will help them have a healthy and a balanced family.

Reference

Ahmed, S. F. (2014). Understanding differences and disorders of sex development (DSD). Basel : Karger.

Chapman, G. (2008). The Family You’ve Always Wanted : Five Ways You Can Make It Happen. Chicago: Moody Publishers.

Johnson, M. R. (2017). Pregnancy and congenital heart disease. Cham, Switzerland: Sense Publishers.

McMurray, A. (2011). Community Health and Wellness : Primary Health Care in Practice. Mosby Australia.