Pregnancy is a time for happiness and celebration, but medically, it can cause a woman to be very vulnerable to complications. As a pregnant woman, your body is going through many changes, and those changes can sometimes be quite traumatic. If you have a preexisting condition, or a condition brought on by pregnancy, your doctor …
Finding out you’re pregnant is an incredible moment for you and your entire family. It can result in feelings of excitement, anxiety, hopefulness, and fear. Pregnancy can also be an intimidating time in one’s life. As a pregnant woman, you are more vulnerable. From the moment you find out you’re expecting, you are no longer only …
When you become pregnant, your body goes through many changes. Some are minor and manageable, while others are more drastic. At times, it can be difficult to recognize what changes are normal and what changes are a cause for concern. It is important to be aware of and communicate all potential symptoms with your obstetrician. …
When a woman thinks about having her first child, she often imagines the type of birth seen in the movies. The experience of natural childbirth, though painful, is memorable and beautiful. However, what most women don’t realize is roughly 30% of all babies in the United States are delivered by cesarean birth (c-section). With almost …
