- Postpartum Depression (PPD)Read Article >>Mental Health
Postpartum Depression (PPD)
It is normal to feel the “baby blues” for a few weeks after giving birth, but postpartum depression can…
- 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…
- Breech Babies: What Can I Do if My Baby is Breech?Read Article >>Pregnancy and Childbirth
Breech Babies: 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…
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Zika
Zika is a mosquito-borne virus that can be transmitted through sex and pregnancy. It has been linked to birth defects,…
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Your Baby's Development: The Third Trimester
The third trimester is the final part of your pregnancy in which your baby grows and matures. It lasts from…
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Your Baby's Development: The Second Trimester
Learn all about your baby's development during the second trimester of pregnancy.
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Your Baby's Development: The First Trimester
From conception to delivery, your baby goes through several stages of development. The first third of your pregnancy is called…
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What to Do When Your Pregnancy Is Unexpected
If your pregnancy is unexpected, it's important to remember you have options.
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Viral Infections During Pregnancy
If you are pregnant, it’s important to take precautions against viral infections to protect you and your baby.
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Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact
There are many common misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to clear up any confusion.
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means that you can’t always control when you urinate.
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Ultrasound During Pregnancy
A fetal ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to create an image of your unborn baby on a…
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Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs During Pregnancy
Even minor usage of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs during your pregnancy can cause serious risks for the health of your…
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Taking Medicine While Breastfeeding
Certain medicines taken during breastfeeding can affect you or your baby through your breast milk.
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Taking Care of You and Your Baby While You're Pregnant
It’s important to take care of your baby, even before he or she is born. Do this with a healthy…
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Sleep and Pregnancy
Sleeping well may be difficult while you’re pregnancy, but is important.
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Screening in Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, genetic screenings can determine your baby’s risk for having Down syndrome, trisomy 18, and spina…
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Routine Tests During Pregnancy
Routine tests during pregnancy help monitor the health of you and your baby.
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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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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Repeatedly losing a pregnancy is emotionally devastating and doesn’t always have a cause.
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Recovering from Delivery (Postpartum Recovery)
Fully recovering from pregnancy and childbirth can take months, and it may be even longer before you feel like yourself…
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Preterm Labor and Birth
Preterm labor is when a woman goes into labor before 37 weeks of pregnancy. It can lead to premature birth,…
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Prenatal Diagnosis: Amniocentesis and CVS
Prenatal diagnosis means diagnosis before birth. Amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling let your doctor to see if your developing baby…