- Postpartum Depression (PPD)Read Article >>Mental Health
Postpartum Depression (PPD)
Postpartum depression effects women after giving birth. It involves feelings of sadness, loneliness, worthlessness and restlessness that can last…
- What Can I Do if My Baby is Breech?Read Article >>Pregnancy and Childbirth
What Can I Do if My Baby is Breech?
A baby is breech when it is in a headfirst position prior to birth. There are several ways to…
- Exercise During PregnancyRead Article >>Pregnancy and Childbirth
Exercise During Pregnancy
Exercise offers many benefits during a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program while…
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Rh Incompatibility
Rh incompatibility is a mismatched blood type between a pregnant mother and the baby she is carrying.
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Epilepsy and Pregnancy
Women who have epilepsy are at higher risk for complications during pregnancy, making medical care before, during, and after their…
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Cystic Fibrosis Prenatal Screening and Diagnosis
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that can be detected through prenatal screening.
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Pregnancy After 35: Advanced Maternal Age
Becoming pregnant at age 35 or older can present additional medical challenges to you and your baby.
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Dealing with Pain During Childbirth
Pain is part of labor. It occurs because of the things your body has to do to give birth to…
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Healthy Eating and Pregnancy
Eating healthy is more critical than ever during pregnancy. You’re making healthy choices for two. Your food should reflect…
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Car Safety for Pregnant Women
A pregnant woman must take extra precautions when riding in or driving a car.
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Breastfeeding: Hints to Help You Get Off to a Good Start
Breastfeeding benefits your baby. Breast milk contains nutrients and antibodies your baby needs. Breastfed babies are less likely to develop…
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Sleep and Pregnancy: Tips for Better Rest
A good night’s sleep is even more important when you’re pregnant, but hard to come by. Follow these tips for…
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Postpartum Health
After giving birth, your body changes and complications can occur. Learn the complications and warning signs.
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Postpartum Depression Action Plan
A postpartum depression action plan is important if you are at risk of developing postpartum depression after your baby is…
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OTC Medicines and Pregnancy
Over-the-counter medicines can present potential health problems if you are pregnant. Know the risks and talk to you doctor before…
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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Fetal alcohol syndrome is a group of problems occurring in a baby when the mother drinks alcohol while pregnant.
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Newborn Screening Tests
Newborn screenings are important to find and treat certain health issues that aren’t always visible at birth.
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Premature Birth
Preterm is defined as babies born alive before the completion of 37 weeks of pregnancy.
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Prenatal Diagnosis: Amniocentesis and CVS
Doctors may use two methods – amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling – to see if your developing baby has genetic…
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Back Pain During Pregnancy
Back pain during pregnancy is common and varies in severity.
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Options After Fertility Treatments
When infertility treatments fail it can be very upsetting for a couple looking to have a baby. However, there are…
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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Only 1% of women experience multiple miscarriages. They can be caused by health conditions including chromosome defects and uterus…
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Pregnancy with Multiples
Pregnancy with multiples means more than one baby in your uterus at once. They carry a higher chance of gestational…