Your Guide for Reducing Your Risk for Birth Defects
September 9, 2019
Birth defects are more common than you may think. In fact, about 1 in 33 babies born in the US has a birth defect, according to the CDC.
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7 Conditions That Can Cause Sporadic Spotting Between Periods
August 12, 2019
Noticing a few spots of blood between periods can be worrisome, and although women may see spots in their underwear or on toilet tissue, there are usually benign reasons for these occurrences. Here are seven conditions that can cause sporadic spotting between periods in addition to when you should be concerned enough to seek medical
What’s the Connection Between Allergies and Pregnancy?
July 11, 2019
You’re already dealing with aches, pains, and (most likely) what feels like world’s smallest bladder. Now add in sneezing, congestion, and a runny nose and you’ve got a perfect pregnancy! …or maybe you sense the sarcasm there. But, is there an actual connection between your pregnancy and allergies?
Fibroid Factors That Increase Your Risk of Complications During Pregnancy
June 11, 2019
Once they are discovered, you can expect to see the doctor more often because there may be some fibroid factors that increase your risk of complications during pregnancy. What Are the Risks? Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop inside of the uterus, outside of the uterus, or within the uterine wall itself. They can be
Why Regular Pap Smears Are so Important to Your Health
May 9, 2019
Pap smears, also known as Pap tests, help to identify suspicious cells in your cervix that could signal a precancerous condition.
12 Potential Causes of Uterine Pain
April 16, 2019
There are a number of reasons pelvic or uterine pain bothers a woman. Among the 12 potential causes of your uterine pain, some are more worrisome than others.
Essential Facts About STDs That Everyone Should Know
March 14, 2019
No one enjoys discussing STDs, but if you are an adult having sex, or you are a parent, it would be wise to learn some essential facts about STDs that everyone should know. STDs are a fact of life and an increasing number of cases are occurring each day in the United States and worldwide.
13 Super Foods for Expectant Mothers
February 18, 2019
These days we hear about super foods for this and super foods for that. There is one group of super foods you shouldn’t ignore though, and those are designated for expectant moms.
3 Types of Cervical Cancer and What You Should Know About Them
January 17, 2019
Cervical cancer was once one of the most common cancers affecting women. In past years, medical researchers have reported a significant decrease in incidences of cervical cancer, which has been attributed to increase in regular Pap tests being performed. Pap tests are a crucial part of preventing cervical cancer since they can detect precancerous lesions
8 Ways To Keep Your Newborn Healthy This Winter
December 20, 2018
After a few days or weeks, new moms can begin to crave a break from the long winter days and nights spent inside with their new baby. Before you run outside for a short walk or trip to the grocery store, make sure your little one is ready to go too!
