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  • Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Genetic Counselor About: Family History of Birth Defects

    What are the questions to ask about your family history of possible birth defects or genetic disorders? Read the list we've put together for you!

  • The Importance of Genetic Testing

    Understanding your genetic inheritance is one of the most important things you can do to take charge of your health and that of your loved ones. If you're thinking of having children or have a family history of disease, genetic testing can provide valuable information.

  • Recurring Miscarriage

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am looking forward for advice, who can guide me to take the right path. I am 36 years old, had 4 miscarriages in 2 years. First 3 miscarriages, happened within 10 months. 1st pregnancy went up to 12 weeks and miscarriage happened at home.

  • Prenatal Diagnostic Testing Anxiety

    QUESTION

    Dear Experts,
    My wife and I just got our triple blood screen back and we were told the test for Downs came back positive. The doctor set up an appointment for tomorrow for an ultrasound and possible amniocentesis. My wife and I have had two, very early miscarriages (fist month or so) and are scared to have the amnio. If it is healthy or not, we will go forward.

  • When to do Amniocentesis?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    When is the right time to do the amniocentesis test?

  • What You Can Do Now to Prevent Breast Cancer

    If you are at average risk, do a breast self-exam every month, ideally starting at age 20. Follow up with a clinical breast exam at least every 3 years between ages 20 and 39, then every year starting at age 40.

  • Quad Screen Test Results Reliable?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,

  • Pre-Pregnancy Checklist

    So you have decided to have a child. Congratulations. Welcome to a whole new world of choices. Never before have your decisions had such a profound impact on another person. Everything you eat, drink, breathe and touch can affect your baby. But before you throw away your morning coffee or tea take a few minutes and read these common sense thoughts on pregnancy.

  • Quad Screen Test Results Reliable?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,

  • Prenatal Diagnostic Testing Anxiety

    QUESTION

    Dear Experts,
    My wife and I just got our triple blood screen back and we were told the test for Downs came back positive. The doctor set up an appointment for tomorrow for an ultrasound and possible amniocentesis. My wife and I have had two, very early miscarriages (fist month or so) and are scared to have the amnio. If it is healthy or not, we will go forward.

  • When to do Amniocentesis?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    When is the right time to do the amniocentesis test?

  • Recurring Miscarriage

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I am looking forward for advice, who can guide me to take the right path. I am 36 years old, had 4 miscarriages in 2 years. First 3 miscarriages, happened within 10 months. 1st pregnancy went up to 12 weeks and miscarriage happened at home.

  • Pre-Pregnancy Checklist

    So you have decided to have a child. Congratulations. Welcome to a whole new world of choices. Never before have your decisions had such a profound impact on another person. Everything you eat, drink, breathe and touch can affect your baby. But before you throw away your morning coffee or tea take a few minutes and read these common sense thoughts on pregnancy.

  • The Importance of Genetic Testing

    Understanding your genetic inheritance is one of the most important things you can do to take charge of your health and that of your loved ones. If you're thinking of having children or have a family history of disease, genetic testing can provide valuable information.

  • What You Can Do Now to Prevent Breast Cancer

    If you are at average risk, do a breast self-exam every month, ideally starting at age 20. Follow up with a clinical breast exam at least every 3 years between ages 20 and 39, then every year starting at age 40.

  • Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Genetic Counselor About: Family History of Birth Defects

    What are the questions to ask about your family history of possible birth defects or genetic disorders? Read the list we've put together for you!