If you are pregnant, you will be facing a series of physical, hormonal, and lifestyle changes over the next nine months. Besides going to the doctor and getting the necessary prenatal care, you may find yourself wondering what is and is not safe for you to do. This section will help you understand how to adapt your lifestyle to accommodate and nourish a growing fetus. Pregnancy Symptoms and Tests Missing a... Read more >
Because pregnancy causes such intense and serious changes to a woman's body, there are a number of possible complications that can occur over this nine-month period. Although some can be treated with medication or surgery if properly diagnosed, others result in either miscarriage or serious health issues for the mother. Common, Minor Pregnancy Complications During pregnancy, the mother will generally experience... Read more >
A developing fetus progresses through three stages of development known as trimesters. Because each trimester is marked by the development of specific organs, an obstetrician can perform a number of tests on a pregnant mother to ensure normal fetal development. However, these tests can only monitor a fetus as it grows and are, therefore, unable to prevent the damage caused by a pregnant mother's substance... Read more >
Regular, frequent contractions and a broken water are the first indications that labor has started and the baby is coming! However, before the process of childbirth starts, the pregnant mother not only has decisions to make but also should be informed about what childbirth entails.Childbirth Methods Before labor begins, the pregnant woman should decide the method of childbirth she wishes to use. Because... Read more >
Once a child is born, the mother's body adapts so that it can care for the newborn child. Her breasts change and begin to lactate (produce milk) so she can feed the baby. However, not all women choose to breastfeed. As with prenatal care and the childbirth process, newborn care comes with various aspects and considerations for a mother. Breastfeeding: Benefits, Proper Diet and Technique One important choice... Read more >
Fetal development is evaluated through ultrasound, amniocentesis and blood tests. These tests also measure the weight of the fetus and estimate delivery time. Ultrasound and blood tests are the most common fetal development tests. High-risk pregnancies or unusual ultrasound findings require an amniocentesis follow-up. Fetal Development and Ultrasound Ultrasound is used to evaluate fetal development and estimate... Read more >
Pregnancy complications can affect childbirth, increasing the chances of a difficult birth and health risks for both mother and baby. Conditions such as breech birth and shoulder dystocia may require assisted delivery with forceps, vacuum extraction or an emergency C-section. Breech Birth: C-Section or Vaginal Delivery? A breech birth occurs when the baby enters the birth canal feet or buttocks first. The normal... Read more >
While all genetic tests can yield a treasure trove of information, none is as important or informative as pregnancy genetic testing. Genetic testing is the analysis of your DNA and chromosomes, which can unlock the secrets of your genetic inheritance. It is used to find predispositions for diseases and conditions you may have inherited, as well as for other, non-medical purposes. Pregnancy... Read more >
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