How pregnancy impacts lifelong health | Meryam Sugulle | TEDxArendal

You have spent approximately nine months attached to your biological mother during her pregnancy. During those months, her body fed you through the placenta and grew you into a strong little baby.
Throughout a whole lifetime, nine months are not that long. But did you know that those nine months of pregnancy, and the health of the placenta, can impact on a woman's health for the rest of her life? Dr. Meryam Sugulle believes that the placenta is the real center of the universe. Meryam Sugulle is a Consultant Obstetrician and Researcher at Oslo University Hospital, one of the largest delivery units in Scandinavia.
She holda a MD from Germany, PhD in Medicine from the University in Oslo. Scottish Quality and Safety Fellow, Cohort 13.
Meryam believes that the placenta is the real center of the universe and has a passion for multiprofessional skills- and simulation training in obstetrics. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@weekend_art]

Incredible how very important talk about womens health is still getting comments like “whatever, women’s function is to make babies, shut up and get pregnant”

[@coolbreeze5683]

When women speak up about their health, they're treated like they're disposable and it's their "responsibility" to suffer for the sake of having kids. This is why many suffer in silence. Some women might be OK with the life-altering choice of having babies but those who don't want to get pregnant shouldn't be treated like they're "selfish" for not wanting that lifestyle.

[@Amber4]

I vomited for 2,5 months, had stress during my pregnancy, enormous weight gain, lost a lot of blood and pelvicproblems. I lost all the weight right afterwards. Now 20 years later I have very high cholesterol and Lichen Sclerosus. My thyroid levels are changing more rapidly than they should according to my age. So in my case I cant deny what she is saying.

[@YoHSmom]

With both my pregnancies I had Pregnancy Induced Hypertension and bed rest. The doctors at the time told me that though I normally had low blood pressure (that returned after delivery) that I was at risk for hypertension and complications as I got older. This is interesting and it makes sense to me that some complications could be an indicator of future problems. Thanks for the heads up.

[@Shereen_Thor]

This video is a fantastic resource for expectant mothers and anyone interested in women's health. As a life coach, I often work with clients to prioritize their physical and emotional wellbeing, and pregnancy is such a critical time to do so. By making conscious choices about nutrition, exercise, and stress management during pregnancy, women can lay the foundation for a healthy and fulfilling life. Thank you for sharing this valuable information and for raising awareness about the importance of taking care of ourselves during pregnancy and beyond. *I'm really happy to see that someone have same passion like me because I'm also making this type of videos to make your life productive and meaningful*

[@amanijabein6238]

This was such a fantastic talk. Meryam raised so many fascinating issues that are unique to women which most women go their whole life not knowing. Thank you for such a thought provoking talk!

[@rny999]

Imagine having kids when you're not ready or mentally/physically healthy enough to take care of the kids properly. It's cruel to bring a child to a life of relative ambivalence and unmet needs. There's a time and place for everything.

[@starkiddo83]

Well there's definitely a time and place for contraception.

[@EarthsGeomancer]

Then don't have kids. It's not rocket science.

[@-Universe.]

Say that to nature... 😂

[@ailsaphinoir5130]

Exactly. And some women are going to be forced to do the because of the take down of Roe v Wade

[@georgeakoto6589]

Killing the baby in the womb is worse than what you stated since it doesn't lead to the death of another individual

[@coolbreeze5683]

One of the reasons why I choose not to have kids is because of health issues. I've been happy and healthy throughout my life and don't want to mess with that. Almost everyone I know who has had children have health issues due to it including depression, autoimmune and thyroid problems, back issues, etc. This isn't talked about enough and women suffer in silence about it.

[@mariavalenzuela1981]

TODOS ESOS PROBLEMAS SE DEVEN A UNA MALA ALIMENTACIÓN LA …MATERNIDAD NO TIENE NADA QUE VER…

[@vp108]

The sheer joy from children is worth all of it and more... If your mother had thought the way you did, would you be here ?

[@Casper15CTRP]

@@vp108 and if she decides to not have children that’s ok too. It’s her life

[@CRANKKK]

@@vp108 its late to say anything to these woman everything’s are burden for them everyone is running away from their duties and responsibilities the lies everyone believe are so deep and grounded we are destined to doom seeing good people like you warms my heart and make me feel like end is one more day away may god be with you

[@olyabondarenko4029]

Yes, women who brings children are more likely to die as well as those who has never been pregnant, but who cares

[@user-fb1ys2lj9c]

The topic got my attention and this gorgeous silver beauty. Love the backdrop and elegant blouse.

[@carolinecoffey5404]

I had severe pre eclampsia with my last pregnancy and had placenta abruption now I’m in my 50’s for last 10 yrs had high blood pressure so this was interesting

[@funnytv-1631]

“Do not worry that your life is turning upside down. How do you know the side you are used to is better than the one to come?“ - Rumi. The next time worry finds you, ask yourself Rumi’s question. Trade anxiety for curiosity. Breathe in. And keep going.

[@China-129]

You're right 👍🏻😅

[@Sunshine-ms4ih]

Interesting! Never heard that before. I guess I'll start applying it.

[@carolinebjerkelund767]

Have you ever been pregnant?

[@mentalhealthdocumentary]

Pregnancy has a significant impact on a woman's lifelong health.

[@alephmale3171]

I feel like this wasn’t entirely clear. Was this just a call for more data analysis of pregnancy complications? That’s a good thing of course, but it felt unnecessarily unfocused to me.

[@covyn4121]

I also did not understand what the takeaway was. I can't go find my placenta? & I don't mean to be rude. I'm truly just confused.

[@jjay9909]

@Covyn it was pretty clear to me. 1) there needs to be more studies on the issue. And 2) doctors -pcps - need to communicate with their patients who have had complications during pregnancy so that they can use preventative medicine and track if any diseases come up later in life.

[@veronicacodon3250]

It was interesting but what about women that use the pill for a long period of time?. The pill also affect the risk of cardiovascular complications with or without pregnancies.

[@covyn4121]

Yup.

[@HauteBabe]

Great. Another reason to worry now.

[@belledobson2007]

I had preeclampsia with both my pregnancies. 13 years later I had to have a kidney transplant. I guess I should ask my doctors about this.

[@drumbum3.142]

Pregnancy, ChildBirth, and Conception can be a BEAUTIFUL Thing.. ☯️🎨🤰🤱👶

[@China-129]

We hope all is well ✍🏻😅

[@Carmel99333]

So does food you eat and your thoughts can lead to these diseases my husband and I have had kids but on both our families have no kids on both sides and they have chronic disease thyroid overactive respiratory etc so this theory i dont buy entirely

[@-.-_123]

Do not live your life so carefully that you miss out on living.

[@Carmel99333]

I have had five pregnancies no complications drug free births healthy mum and bubs i want to do a ted talk about why you should have a baby lol 😂 And to add they took my placentas for “research” now i know why lmao 😂

[@vidyadiantorio]

Give us some tips n tricksss pleasee

[@lightcarrier5796]

👍

[@WackJack187]

A worthwile investment if you're ready

[@user-fb1ys2lj9c]

This is informative but I am sick and didn't help me at this moment

[@milaknowslight6307]

Lol

[@thatomofolo452]

Cap

[@mathapelomolete5430]

Bruhh😶

[@liuzuko2811]

💉💉💉💉💉💉💉💉💉🤕🤕🤕💔

[@littlesunshine4591]

I agree , pregnancy is difficult 🥹💕. I hope we improve the healthcare for pregnant people and also tell those who want to get pregnant the things they're going into. This is an important Ted talk people close their ears too

[@Noti-hm2vl]

Beyonc-ey, imb-y-lical cord

[@amanijabein6238]

You know you're a moron when you have nothing better to criticise than someone's nuanced way of pronouncing certain words. Peace ✌️

[@Jasmine-fu7qr]

this might have been half as long, if she hadn't repeated facts.

[@videoshomepage]

She must have a hard time cutting to the chase.

[@georgeakoto6589]

Why is she only talking about the negative changes only? There are plethora of other physiological advantages of pregnancy as well. This is just a propaganda to deter women from giving birth so that they can adopt more cats and pretend those animals are worth more than having a babe. I understand not all women are able to have kids and not all pregnancies are helpful to the mother's overall health. All these should be investigated during antenatal care. But exaggerating to ward off women from having kids is no brainer for me. It's one of the many deceptive ideology running the existial postmodernism

[@jjay9909]

Because the positive stuff won't kill you lol

[@onseniajuicy2615]

Well... whit abortion being ilegal,i think this ted talk is really important. The amount of women on drugs and alcoholism is scary. But your right, pregnancy actually healed me on some ways.

[@georgeakoto6589]

@@jjay9909 out of the manya things that can kill a woman, complications from pregnancy is one of the least. Most of the cardiovascular diseases are due to lifestyle (smoking, alcohol, obesity, occupational stress and sedantry ), genetics (familiar and genes) and pre-existing medical conditions (diabetes, hypertension etc). All the above are kindly to cause fatal cardiovascular diseases that lead to death of women including those Who have never been preganant. So she is just exaggerating to push a postmodern ideolgy. If preganacy is a top cause of cvs pathology then Most women Who have given birth before should have it but that is largely not the case.

[@georgeakoto6589]

@@jjay9909 in medical school, they taught us the leading Clauses of cvs diseases and pregnancy is not even part of the paramount list

[@jjay9909]

@George Akoto so you're saying that the dangers of giving birth just shouldn't be talked about at all because women die more from other issues? Do you hear yourself? You sound ridiculous. And it does happen to a lot of women, it's just not talked about or studied because science doesnt typically care about women's issues, which is the precisely what she's talking about. There's no agenda. It's just about saving people who otherwise might die from preventable diseases. You sound indoctrinated ngl.

[@meanderinoranges]

As a trans woman, this hits me right in the feels. I share all these struggles.

[@EgyptNewFascistRev]

How? You will never get pregnant

[@tjisastrawberry]

@@EgyptNewFascistRev go home

[@mariavalenzuela1981]

Y SE TE OLVIDA QUE POR UNA MUJER USTED EXISTE….🚨🚨🚨

[@carolinebjerkelund767]

You don't have a uterus, darling.

[@maffytaffy1231]

Wtf are you going on about you schizophrenic 😂 god isn’t real

[@karimzaidane9297]

لله is the protector, محمد is the last prophet , the قرآن is the first , the last and the only who can save the humanity if they asks for help

[@alberttakaruza5612]

Each and everytime i get closer to unsubscribing Ted,

[@Noti-hm2vl]

Yes tell people to not have kids :/

[@iainclohosey5026]

Shut up

[@TH-eb7ob]

They shoud be aware of th erisk, right?

[@coolbreeze5683]

@@TH-eb7ob exactly, people don't talk about risks enough. They wait until after the bladder prolapses, the postpartum psychosis, the CFS leaks due to epidural, infections during pregnancy and gestational diabetes, etc to say "oh yeah, by the way, this messes up your mental and physical health and now you have a newborn baby to take care of while you're messed up... good luck!" And send women home with a prescription for benzos.

[@onseniajuicy2615]

I repeat, its a crucial time specially in the usa to say that its okay to not have children

[@Gg-ij7li]

Jesus loves you and wants to free you from any shackles in your life! Call upon His name and He will save you! If you confess with your mouth “Jesus is Lord” and believe that He rose from the dead and abandon your sins, you will be saved! God bless you, have an awesome day ❤😊

[@naughtyUphillboy]

[@banyasimpson07]

Amen✝️✝️ i can't believe that my God Jesus Christ calling me from everywhere.. through videos, through comments, through emotions...we got such a loving Father✝️❤️‍🔥 I think through end days He will call His children...yes 🔥

[@carolinebjerkelund767]

@@banyasimpson07 I think you are hearing voices, get checked out by a doctor

[@naughtyUphillboy]

@@banyasimpson07

[@mistergonzatek]

thIS TraNsPhobiC, itS pRegNanT PeOpLe

[@CRANKKK]

What is this moronity?? the truth that humans are saying this and hope to live till eternity is sad. When new babies are born by machines, when ai will threaten humans, when there will be no humanity and kindness in this world in future always remember we bought this to us

[@abrahamescamilla7027]

Ted talks falling off big time.. The title suggests to women to not get pregnant as well. This is why merit should be earned and not based on race or color of your skin.

[@abrahamescamilla7027]

@@an_mey this makes more sense now? But how did an associate get on a big platform of supposed experts like Ted Talks?

[@richardvaldes3959]

The leftiod universities have all been compromised by cultural Marxists and that hates merit. It doesn't suit their desire to destroy everything

[@jjay9909]

Bruh you can't even form a proper sentence in English, and you have the nerve to comment about this woman's merits? Christ...

[@TEDxArendal]

We agree that TED is all about quality! We can assure you that Sugulle has more than the qualifications needed to be on the TEDx stage. We take our responsibility seriously and you can always trust what you hear from the TEDxArendal stage👍

[@olgapo7206]

Awful to talk about the pregnancy as a big problem. This talk is just to scare women who don't have kids yet! Completely non-objective and one-sided opinion.

[@paulataillant572]

Disagree, more needs to be done sooner and earlier. The placenta is critical to the health of the fetus and the pregnant woman. In the USA > 50% of women start their pregnancy overweight or obese, with notable health concerns. A woman's health most certainly will impact the health of her pregnancy, the baby and her future health. I agree with this physician, women would benefit from improving their health before pregnancy AND having earlier health checkups. The USA maternal morbidity and mortality is twice that of other developing countries.

[@Dunedain432]

Unsubscribing TEd Talks. The quality has just fallen off tremendously over the last 10 years due to censorship and not offering a platform to true innovation, instead opting for kowtowing to political correctness and social justice ideology.