Pregnant? Get Your Flu Shot!
In the United States, it’s called a shot. In the United Kingdom, it’s called a jab. In either place, when it is flu season and you are pregnant, it’s called a good idea.
Women’s Health Blog
Your Life Should Not Be Ruled by Your Periods
By Dr. Steve Rotholz – There may be times in your life where your menstrual cycle (your “period”) may be abnormal. It might be too heavy, too light, too often, not often enough, or painful. But you are not alone!
Exercise During Pregnancy
Many forms of exercise are acceptable throughout pregnancy. However, you may need to consider some adjustments to your routine – reducing routines while keeping well hydrated.
Maternal Physiology 101
Your body adapts to pregnancy, changing to support the growth of a baby. Some of the most dramatic changes occur to the organs and cardiovascular system.
Newborn Screening
Newborn screening tests identify apparently healthy children born with rare but devastating genetic disorders which, if addressed early, can be managed so the child can lead a normal life.
Causes of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
About 10 million women suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding. There are many different causes for abnormal uterine bleeding, including fibroids and polyps. Learn different treatment options available to women.
Back Down to Sleep – Part Two
The Back to Sleep Campaign recommends that babies should always sleep on their backs. Here is their full list of recommendations, which they call the Safe Sleep Top Ten.
Back Down To Sleep – Part One
The best sleep for your baby is a safe sleep, and a safe sleep position is one that reduces your baby’s risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, also known as SIDS.
Wash Your Hands, Please!
Once your baby comes home, people will want to touch, hold and play with them. To keep everyone healthy, they will need to wash their hands a lot. Even you.
Choosing a Health Care Provider for Your Baby
When choosing a health care provider for your baby, medical practitioners licensed to provide care to children include pediatricians & family practitioners.