So, you’ve found out you’re pregnant! Whether you’ve been pregnant before or this is your first time, it’s important that you know what’s happening with your body and what to expect during your first trimester. Did you know that the first trimester actually starts before you’re pregnant? Your “week one” begins with the last day…
The many changes that occur with pregnancy often keep expectant mothers up at night. However, the importance of prenatal care is a factor that should be considered. This care is essential for a safe pregnancy and to reduce the possibility of complications during childbirth. Prenatal care includes ongoing examinations and medical assistance for pregnant moms…
Being pregnant is a normal and healthy state of living but there are a lot of physical changes that take place. This leads to many questions about what is okay and what isn’t okay. A common question that comes up during pregnancy is if it is safe to travel or not. Read on to learn…
One of the big questions you may face if you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant is the use of medication. Many people take medication daily to stay healthy but not all medications are considered safe to take during pregnancy. Some medications are known to possibly cause pregnancy complications, miscarriage, birth defects, premature birth,…
Most people are familiar with the medical condition referred to as hypertension or high blood pressure. Having high blood pressure during pregnancy may lead to the pregnancy condition known as pre-eclampsia. This condition is characterized by two main symptoms, high blood pressure and protein present in the urine. Pre-eclampsia is dangerous and can lead to…
U.S. News & World Report recently published an article on ‘How to Choose a Maternity Hospital.’ The article’s purpose is to help pregnant women find the maternity hospital that is best for them by asking questions that give insight into the hospital’s healthcare team, facility outcomes, and labor and delivery details. Read on to learn…
New research shows that up to 4 out of 5 pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. Pregnancy is oftentimes known as a time in a woman’s life that is blissful and happy but that is not always the case. Although healthcare has advanced by leaps and bounds since the Middle Ages, pregnancy can still be dangerous. Some…
New research shows that pregnant women taking antidepressants are not linked with developmental disorders. The safety of taking antidepressant medications during pregnancy has been questioned in the past. Many past studies have found links between antidepressants during pregnancy and developmental disorders in children but many of these older studies did not consider other factors such…
If you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant you may be concerned about gestational diabetes. Read on to learn how to reduce your risk. You learn about all kinds of new things when you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Baby gear, breastfeeding, ultrasounds, and more. One of the topics that you may learn…
If you’re thinking about getting pregnant, a little bit of pre-pregnancy planning and education may help you. Read on to learn some common pre-pregnancy facts and myths. There is Nothing I Can Do Before to Prepare for Getting Pregnant Myth: Although some pregnancies are unplanned and there is no preparation, there are some things that…