High blood pressure, also called “hypertension”, can pose problems during pregnancy whether you had it before pregnancy or it’s new in pregnancy High blood pressure…
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Nurses Share Advice on Pregnancy & Birth with Moms During COVID-19
Pregnancy and birth during COVID-19 is stressful! Listen to 4 expert mother/baby nurses discuss pregnancy during COVID, birthing in uncertain times, managing fear and anxiety and
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You may have heard that “eating for two” is a myth. So what’s the real story on healthy nutrition for pregnancy and breastfeeding? Good nutrition…
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This is one woman’s story of pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Toni Davis is a writer, actor, dancer, and yoga instructor who lives in Virginia.…
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Pregnancy During COVID-19:
Looking After Your Emotional HealthOne Woman’s Story of Being Pregnant and Working from Home During the Pandemic Pregnant women fortunate to work during the pandemic face specific challenges. Ms.…
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Stay up-to-date. The situation with COVID-19 is changing constantly and so are policies and guidelines. Consult trusted sites, such as the resources listed below, to…
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We’re learning more every day about the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Experts are monitoring the situation closely and updating recommendations when new information is…
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Here’s why your care provider regularly checks on your baby’s fetal heart rate and rhythm. Since the 1800s, midwives and obstetricians have listened to baby’s…
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A new survey suggests parents want to know the risks of prematurity affecting a current pregnancy, as well as information from their healthcare providers about…
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These 6 early labor tools will help you prepare for active labor when it starts! Laboring at home is a safe and effective way to…
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Can seafood, eggs and dark leafy greens transform your prenatal nutrition? Most women know their body needs more nutrients during pregnancy. Perhaps you assume…
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What was a promise of potential future treatment is now more mainstream than ever before with new advancements in cord blood banking with both cord…
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If you’ve never experienced cesarean, then cesarean recovery process can be somewhat of a shock. Cesarean is major surgery; you’ll need at least 4-6 weeks…
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Did you know that any baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered preterm? A typical pregnancy is 40 gestational weeks, with day one…
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You may be planning on nursing your baby but do you also know how to gain breastfeeding support and supplies under the Affordable Care Act…
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A baby shower is the latest time-honored tradition to get a more modern makeover. Gone are the days of watered-down punch and boring games—nowadays, showers are…
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Placentophagia (consuming the placenta) is becoming more trendy as more women partake in this practice. But why? And is it safe? Your placenta is pretty…