Scientists at Mercy Hospital for Women have made a "groundbreaking discovery" in the treatment of preeclampsia, a potentially fatal condition that affects 1 in 20 pregnancies and kills 60,000 women worldwide each year.
If your daytime hours are filled with pregnancy woes, sleep becomes a welcome and needed respite. We've gathered a few suggestions to help maximize those "zzz's."
Whether you're currently pregnant or planning a pregnancy after a preemie, knowing about preterm labor can keep your baby cooking and offer the best chance for a healthy beginning.
The holidays are approaching quickly! Do you have an expectant mom on your gift list? We've done our research and come up with our top 10 gifts that are useful, unique, and will delight the mom-to-be in your life!
Your mood can change on a dime. Your feet are swollen, you have heartburn, you can't sleep, and you can't stay away from the bathroom for longer than fifteen minutes. A lot of discomforts come with the joy of pregnancy. Adding the flu to that could be overwhelming, or much worse.
The Alere OB Homecare Program includes a network of providers, diagnostics, devices and timely and actionable information that help women make smarter healthcare decisions.
Pregnant with work, vacations or holidays requiring travel? Before you pack your bag, use these plan-ahead tips to have a safe and comfortable journey for you and your baby.
The paradox of morning sickness: Few people ever really dwell on the trauma of it, because it is the famous first sign of a glorious occasion to come -- the birth of a child. That is true. It's also true that morning sickness can be debilitating, depressing and alienating. Baby or no baby.
Have you ever noticed that a pregnant woman's body somehow becomes the subject of many comments, descriptions, insults, and various other acknowledgments?
You are pregnant and glowing, basking in the idea of being a new parent. One disadvantage -- strangers suddenly feel the need to give you advice, tell you horror stories, and touch your growing belly. What is it about pregnancy that breaks down social barriers? And how can you fend off unwanted attention?
Dear Midwife,
Hello I'm 23 weeks and I'm not feeling my baby move as much as people say I should. I was just wondering if that was normal or if there was some thing wrong? Please write back.
Recently our news feeds have been flooded with bad news about pregnancy and anti-depressants. If you're depressed and expecting a baby, finding a treatment can feel like a balancing act over hot coals.
If you're like many women, bleaching, dying, or highlighting your hair may be a regular part of your beauty regime. And if you're like most pregnant women, you probably have some hesitation or even a fear about continuing to color your hair while baby is in tow. Read on for tips to minimize baby's risk and for safe coloring alternatives.
Dear Ms. Ultrasound,
I had my first ultrasound when I was 19 weeks and two days, now I am 21 weeks. In my ultrasound report it shows baby with two vessels in the cord and is a boy. Now that they have told me that I would be taken care by high risk clinic till the full term of my pregnancy, I am really concerned.
Maternity Halloween costumes -- that bump opens a world of opportunity. From whimsical to historical re-enactment your imagination (and budget) is the only "confinement." Get started creating an unmatchable costume!