- 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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Evaluating and Treating Infertility
For couples experiencing infertility, it’s important to evaluate and treat the cause of the problem.
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Edema
Edema is a swelling or puffiness of part of the body, usually the feet, ankles and legs. It sometimes occurs…
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HELLP Syndrome
HELLP Syndrome is a rare but serious pregnancy-related illness, similar to preeclampsia, another pregnancy condition.
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Taking Care of You and Your Baby While You're Pregnant
Prenatal care means taking care of yourself and your baby before he or she is born, including living a healthy…
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Fetal Growth Restriction
Sometimes babies don’t grow at the normal rate before they are born. Taking care of your body and regular visits…
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How Do I Know I’m in Labor?
Going into labor can look different for every woman. But there are some common signs.
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Early Pregnancy Loss
An early pregnancy loss is a miscarriage that occurs on its own in the first 20 weeks of the…
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Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that affects physical and intellectual development.
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Preterm Labor and Birth
Preterm labor and birth occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy and can lead to problems for the baby.
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Routine Tests During Pregnancy
Certain tests are common during pregnancy and essential for your health and your baby’s health.
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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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Bleeding During Pregnancy – What‘s Normal?
Having bleeding during pregnancy is not normal and requires a visit to your doctor.
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Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy
It's important to know what skin conditions are common during pregnancy to help identify uncommon conditions that should be seen…
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Pregnancy: What to Expect When You're Past Your Due Date
A pregnancy usually lasts for 38 to 42 weeks. It is considered overdue if it lasts more than 42…
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Labor Induction
A walk through the labor induction process – what it is, why doctors may need to do it and what…
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Zika
Zika is a virus caused by a bite from the Aedes mosquito. It is contagious and increases the risk of…
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What to Do When Your Pregnancy Is Unexpected
If your pregnancy is unexpected, you may be feeling scared or confused about what to do. It is important to…
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Screening in Pregnancy
Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born about the risks for common birth defects.
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Bringing Your Baby Home
Welcoming a baby into your home is a big event. It can be scary if it is your first baby…
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Your Baby's Development: The Second Trimester
The middle part of your pregnancy is called the second trimester. It is made up of weeks 13 or 14…