Obstetrics Articles
Bodily Changes You Can Expect While Pregnant
It’s a well-known fact that pregnancy comes with a variety of changes to the body. But those changes can be the common and expected changes, like swelling and weight gain, to less common ones like …
Top 11 Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
With the Internet, your friends, and family all saying different things, it can be a little confusing what foods are safe to consume during pregnancy and which foods you should no-way-under-any-cir…
Managing Stress During Pregnancy
Let’s face it: pregnancy can be uncomfortable. And it can be stressful. You have people on all sides telling you that it’s such a wonderful time, that every change your body is undergoing is comple…
Health Benefits of Breastfeeding for Both Mom and Baby
Expecting and new moms are bombarded with information about all the benefits breastfeeding holds over formula. But this is a very personal decision, one that should be informed by facts and not exc…
Why Acne During Pregnancy Is Common and How to Get Rid of It
Everyone talks about the glow that comes with pregnancy but for many, the increase in oil secretion can cause breakouts, even in women who haven’t had acne for years. There’s no culprit that we can…
Medicines That Are Safe for Pregnant Women to Take When Sick
When you are pregnant, your immune system doesn’t operate at maximum capacity, which is actually a good thing because it keeps your growing baby protected, and stops your body from thinking the fet…
Unexpected Side Effects of Pregnancy & How to Handle Them
We have not been shy about all the things that pregnancy brings into your life, not only a beautiful new baby, but also the side effects that come with their growth, development, and arrival. Some …
Ingredients in Beauty Products You Should Avoid During Pregnancy
As people become more and more aware of the toxic ingredients often included in beauty products, making sure you know what is going into your body becomes even more important during pregnancy. We u…
What to Expect in the First Few Months After Giving Birth
Before, during, and after pregnancy, friends, family, and random internet sources alike will try to tell you what is “normal” and what isn’t. It can leave you feeling really confused as to why your…
How to Avoid Birth Defects During Pregnancy
Now that you’ve found out you are pregnant (congratulations!), you probably are making every effort to ensure that you give birth to the healthiest baby possible. While not all birth defects can be…
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