WELL-BEING A healthy pregnancy starts with these steps, according to the CDC: * Take a vitamin with 400 micrograms (mcg) folic acid every day. Read the label. * Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and street drugs. * Keep hands clean by washing them often with soap and water to prevent infections. * See a health care professional […]
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MEDICAL NEWS According to researchers at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, nearly 50% of pregnant women who smoke will quit during their pregnancies, but more than half of those will start smoking again after they give birth. Not only is smoking harmful for new mothers, but their babies could also be exposed to dangerous
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WELL-BEING Pregnancy is a time of big changes in a woman’s body. As hormones shift and the body works to nourish the baby, a number of uncomfortable symptoms can arise. One of the most common is nausea and vomiting, commonly called morning sickness. Fortunately, many women find some relief with some diet and lifestyle changes.
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MEDICAL NEWS GBS is a bacteria that can be dangerous for pregnant women and their babies. About 1 in 4 pregnant women have GBS in their bodies, but they may not know it. That’s because GBS doesn’t always make the mother sick. But, if GBS is passed to her newborn during labor and delivery, the
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SELF-CARE CORNER Although we think of pregnancy as lasting 9 months, in reality most pregnancies last nearly 10 months. Research shows that babies are born healthier if they have at least 39 weeks to grow in the womb. The NIH in Health offers these wise choices for a healthy pregnancy: * See your doctor for
MEDICAL NEWS Birth defects can be devastating for parents and their baby. Sadly, many birth defects happen without an obvious cause and cannot be avoided. But, doctors know there are some things a woman can do before and during pregnancy to help lower the risk of birth defects. They include: Take 400 micrograms (mcg) of
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Many couples don’t conceive as quickly as they’d like to. You can improve your chances of getting pregnant if you follow these measures. * Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana. * Avoid foods and beverages that contain caffeine. * Avoid extreme overweight or underweight. * Lie on your back with your hips
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Healthy moms tend to have healthy babies. If you plan to become pregnant, take the following steps to help your baby get off to a good start. * Have a complete medical exam, including a gynecological exam. A number of medical conditions, including obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, alcohol use,
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care What to Look For Do you think you might be pregnant? Here are some signs to look for: * You have missed a menstrual period. You are at least 2 weeks late. {Note: Stress or illness can cause your period to be late, too. And, some women do not have regular
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care When you smoke, drink, or take drugs, your baby does, too! Smoking, drinking, and/or taking drugs can increase your risk for problems. Your baby is at more risk for problems, too. Smoking Pregnant women who smoke have more chances for these problems: * Vaginal bleeding * Ectopic pregnancy * Miscarriage or
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