Posts tagged with ‘prenatal care’

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that can be detected through prenatal screening.

Back pain is a common side effect of pregnancy. Thankfully, there are things you can do to ease the pain…

Routine tests during pregnancy help monitor the health of you and your baby.

Exercise offers many benefits during a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program while…

Skin changes are a normal part of pregnancy. Many conditions aren’t preventable and don’t require treatment. Most go away after…

Vaginal bleeding can occur during pregnancy for serious and non-serious reasons.

When you are pregnant, genetic screenings can determine your baby’s risk for having Down syndrome, trisomy 18, and spina…

You’ll have many choices once you find out you’re pregnant. Learn common questions you may have and how you can…

Abortion means ending a pregnancy early. When a woman chooses to end her pregnancy, it is called induced abortion.

A baby is breech when it is in a headfirst position prior to birth. There are several ways to try…

Diabetes can cause problems during pregnancy. Learn how to manage your diabetes to have a healthy pregnancy.

Learn all about your baby's development during the third trimester of pregnancy.

Learn all about your baby's development during the second trimester of pregnancy.

Learn all about your baby's development during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Women who are obese can have healthy pregnancies. It is important to receive regular prenatal care to manage risks to…

Diethylstilbestrol is a man-made form of estrogen given to pregnant women from 1938 to 1971. It was found to increase…