What is the relationship between pregnancy and PCOS? Can I still get pregnant if I’ve been diagnosed? Although it's not well known or understood, approximately one in ten women in the U.S. are affected by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). With PCOS, an imbalance of...
Are you struggling but aren't sure how to talk to your doctor about postpartum depression? Keep reading for help. Postpartum Depression Symptoms can occur three months before giving birth and up to 1 year after the birth of your baby. Most mothers experience a sadness...
During pregnancy, the basic principles of healthy eating remain the same: get plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. A balanced diet will promote your baby's growth and development. Below are a few nutrients that deserve special...
Some people choose their path from passion. Others choose it from necessity. For Dr. Sara Josephine Baker, it was a bit of both. She passionately focused on women’s health and preventive health care. Keep reading her incredible story. The Legacy of Dr. Sara Josephine...
Most pregnancies occur without complications. However, some women will experience complications involving their health, their baby’s health, or both. Before becoming pregnant, diseases or conditions the mother had can sometimes lead to complications, but most are...
When you hear the word Postpartum Depression (PPD), what do you picture in your mind? Television ads for medications have done a great job of giving us a visual picture of depression, but PPD can look and feel differently than a pervasive feeling of sadness. What are...
Mothers who expect to breastfeed may not realize that their attitude about it is important to successful breastfeeding. Although new mothers describe breastfeeding as a meaningful and fulfilling aspect of caring for their infants, breastfeeding can cause anxiety and...
Each woman's childbirth is a unique experience. You've probably read about childbirth and heard countless labor stories from friends and loved ones, but do you know what to expect during labor and delivery? Childbirth classes can help new mothers gain confidence, and...
Each year, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) receives reports of women who died because of pregnancy-related complications. The yearly number was 658 in 2018, including deaths during pregnancy, at birth, or within 42 days of birth. The CDC estimates that up to...
Preeclampsia affects approximately 5-8% of pregnancies globally. When untreated, Preeclampsia can lead to life-threatening complications for both you and your baby. What preeclampsia symptoms and treatments should you know? Keep reading to find out. Preeclampsia...
