Category: Pregnancy

Journaling In Pregnancy and Postpartum

Journaling In Pregnancy and Postpartum

Years ago we called journaling “keeping a diary.” Writing down your thoughts and concerns, especially with attention to consciously thinking of things to be grateful

Getting ready for your Second Baby

Getting ready for your Second Baby

One danger to your new baby is your first child’s perception of being replaced. It really doesn’t matter whether it’s the second, third, fourth, or

Understanding Strokes in Pregnancy

Understanding Strokes in Pregnancy

The risk of stroke during normal pregnancy is small. The greatest risk of hemorrhagic stroke occurs around the time of delivery. The hemorrhagic stroke can

Possible Causes of Spotting

Possible Causes of Spotting

Spotting from the vagina implies blood loss from somewhere. I’m assuming for that sake of this discussion that we are not talking about bleeding during

What is an Incompetent Cervix?

What is an Incompetent Cervix?

In pregnancy, if your cervix begins to dilate in your second trimester of pregnancy (14 through 27 or 28 weeks), your obstetrician is faced with

What Is An Intrauterine Tamponade

What Is An Intrauterine Tamponade?

You are probably familiar with many of the complications which can arise after the birth of your baby. You could have infections, breastfeeding problems, baby

Can Your Diet Really Affect Fertility

Can Your Diet Really Affect Fertility?

by Isabella Griffiths Infertility is a common problem in the United States. Both men and women struggle with this predicament, with the Office of Women’s