Fetal dopplers allow you to hear your baby’s heartbeat, but they can do a lot more too. Although fetal heartbeat monitors help you monitor your baby’s health, you can use them forRead More…
When it comes to pregnancy, what are you dreading the most? Apart from the annoying pregnancy symptoms, it’s probably the pain of labor. Many women have anxiety thinking about how long andRead More…
You’ve probably read about the dangers of high blood pressure during pregnancy. But what about low blood pressure? During early pregnancy, many women notice their blood pressure drop and aren’t sure whatRead More…
Morning sickness is one of the most common, yet annoying, pregnancy symptoms. When the nausea strikes, we wish we could reach for any medication to cure the feeling. During pregnancy though, safe,Read More…
Sometimes we can feel powerless over germs. Even after all our hand washing and sanitizing, we can still get sick. Although there’s no magical pill to avoid common viruses, there’s a fewRead More…
You’re so excited to hear your baby’s heartbeat from home. You pull out your fetal doppler, turn it on, and get ready to lie down. Then you realize you forgot something reallyRead More…
Getting the flu vaccine can seem like a tough decision during pregnancy. With all the disinformation on social media, it can be hard to tell if you’re protecting your baby or puttingRead More…
Have you experienced sharp back pain during pregnancy? Unfortunately, you probably have. Somewhere between 50 and 70% of pregnant women experience backaches. Although it’s a common issue, it can be difficult to treatRead More…
There’s no shortage of pregnancy advice but when it comes from non-experts, it can be hard to tell what’s real. You may know that there’s cautions to take surrounding caffeine and pregnancyRead More…
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. With thoseRead More…