Medications

Hypertension (AKA high blood pressure) is the most common medical disorder during pregnancy. It’s estimated to affect 6 to 8% of pregnancies. It’s also responsible for about 12% of maternal deaths. …

Although stretch marks are nothing to be ashamed about, they still annoy many women. Stretch marks form when you gain weight quickly, such as during pregnancy. They usually begin as …

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Taking your prenatal vitamins is important for your baby’s health, especially during the first trimester to help prevent birth defects. However, prenatals can’t do anything if they’re left of your …

Prenatal vitamins have many benefits for you and your growing baby, but sometimes they can cause issues. Although usually not extreme, you may experience a set of side effects that …

When people think of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they often picture a shell-shocked veteran. While this is certainly PTSD, there are many other events that can trigger it, such as …

After the excitement of a positive pregnancy test has subsided, you feel a little worried. Why don’t you feel any different? You don’t feel any morning sickness and you haven’t …

When it comes to prenatal vitamins, there’s a lot of questions with some confusing answers. Do pregnant women actually need prenatal? If so, how do I find the right one …

Whatever you do or don’t do, make sure you get the required vitamins and minerals during pregnancy. If you are undernourished during pregnancy you are likely to face several health …

Getting the hang of using a breast pump can take some time and needs a bit of dedication and time on your part.  Some moms may consider it a bit …