The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting and scary. A person’s body goes through a lot of changes—physically and…
Having a baby changes many things at home, including your relationship with your partner. Use these tips to help you…
Morning sickness refers to the nausea and vomiting that some people have when they become pregnant. Morning sickness is very…
Your body continues to change in the second trimester of pregnancy. As your baby continues to grow, so does your…
From conception to delivery, your baby goes through several stages of development. The first third of your pregnancy is called…
The third trimester is the final part of your pregnancy in which your baby grows and matures. It lasts from…
It is normal to shed some hair each day as part of this cycle. However, some people may experience excessive…
A fetal ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to create an image of your unborn baby on a…
Preconception carrier screenings are pre-pregnancy tests a woman can have to determine if she or her partner are carriers of…
Ending a pregnancy is called induced abortion. The decision is made for therapeutic or elective reasons.
Fully recovering from pregnancy and childbirth can take months, and it may be even longer before you feel like yourself…
A pelvic ultrasound allows your doctor to see the space between your hips that contains the sacrum, tailbone, bladder, sex…
Genes are found in chromosomes and are made up of DNA. We inherit genes from our parents. Our gene structure…
Not only is getting a flu shot safe for pregnant women, but it will also help to protect both you…
Pumping and storing breast milk allows you to continue to feed your baby breast milk through a bottle.
Pregnancy is an important milestone with a lot of choices and questions. Learn all you can to make the choices…
It is normal to feel the “baby blues” for a few weeks after giving birth, but postpartum depression can have…
If you have lupus and are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, plan ahead for adequate medical care before, during…
Even minor usage of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs during your pregnancy can cause serious risks for the health of your…
If you are pregnant, it’s important to take precautions against viral infections to protect you and your baby.