When Your Pregnancy Symptoms Matter
Dr. Robert Greene, a well known OB/GYN, reproductive endocrinologist and author is available to comment on several recent studies on women and pregnancy and on how to recognize pregnancy symptoms and signs.
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Pregnancy testing predicts pregnancy signs, symptoms
Common symptoms of early pregnancy include amenorrhoea (missed period), morning sickness and breast changes.
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Fast Pharmacy Access To The Morning-after Pill Could Prevent 10% More Unwanted Pregnancies
While pregnancy pills should be used as an emergency measure, rather than an alternative to using contraception, it is essential that the morning after pill is available promptly if a female feels there is a pregnancy risk.
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Home Pregnancy Tests
Home pregnancy tests can detect the pregnancy symptoms as early as 7 to 10 days after conception.
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Your Guide to Pregnancy Tests
In order to recognize pregnancy signs and symptoms at home there are some important issues to consider when deciding what kind of pregnancy test is right for you.
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Pregnancy Tests
All pregnancy tests look for a special hormone in the urine or blood that is only present when a woman is pregnant. There are two types of pregnancy tests, blood and urine tests.
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Am I Pregnant?
Most women don't suspect they are pregnant until they miss a period, and a few don't suspect or believe they are pregnant for months after conception.
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The Cause of Snoring in Pregnancy Reveald
Women in the last trimester of pregnancy are more than twice as likely to snore than their non pregnant counterparts.
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Bed Rest for Hypertension in Pregnancy Not Backed by Strong Evidence
High blood pressure is one of the common medical signs of pregnancy, affecting an estimated 6 percent to 8 percent of all pregnancies.
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Morning Sickness
In the first weeks of pregnancy, it can be hard to cope with morning sickness: one of the most common signs and symptoms of pregnancy. No one knows the exact cause of this common symptom of pregnancy.
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More Women Who Have Been Pregnant Learned of Their Pregnancy Through a Home Pregnancy Test
Missed period is second most popular way to learn about the signs and symptoms of pregnancy.
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Baby's Gender Revealed as Early as Fifth Week of Pregnancy
Pregnancy Gender Signs: Women no longer have to wait until their 18th week of pregnancy for an ultrasound test to possibly determine their babies' gender.
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Sign of Depression Is a Prevalent Condition in Women During Pregnancy
Sign of depression is a common symptom during pregnancy and often goes undetected.
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Hormonal Changes Mean Pregnant Women May Suffer Fewer Headaches
Many women report a decrease in headache frequency and severity as their pregnancies progressed.
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Managing Maternal Depression During Pregnancy Presents Significant Challenge To Clinicians
Women who take antidepressants during the final trimester of pregnancy increase the risk of "neonatal behavioral syndrome," a constellation of symptoms and behaviors largely related to drug withdrawal or side effects.
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Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms
The symptoms of pregnancy are occurring due to the hormonal changes that happen during pregnancy. Since the pregnancy symptoms can be also caused by stress or illness, the blood test is one of the best ways to confirm the suspected pregnancy.
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Pre-Pregnancy Health Checklist for Men and Women
Being active before pregnancy can make it easier to stay active during pregnancy.
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Stillbirth
Stillbirth is the death of a baby after the 20th week of pregnancy, but before delivery. The baby may have died in the uterus weeks or hours before labor, or during labor.
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Premature Labor
Pre term labor may result in the birth of a premature baby. However, labor often can be stopped to allow the baby more time to grow and develop in the uterus.
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Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
Pregnancy induced hypertension (also toxemia of pregnancy) is a pregnancy complication sign characterized by high blood pressure.
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Pregnancy, Childbirth and Bladder Control
Pregnancy and childbirth affect bladder control. If you lose bladder control after childbirth, the problem often goes away by itself.
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Preeclampsia and Eclampsia
Preeclampsia, when present, usually appears during the second half of pregnancy, usually after the 20th week, but can appear as early as the fifth month.
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Miscarriage
A miscarriage, also called spontaneous abortion, is the spontaneous ending of a pregnancy before the fetus is mature enough to survive outside the uterus. About one-third of all pregnancies end in miscarriage.
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When to Call Your Health Care Provider During Pregnancy
Call your health care provider if you have any of the following during pregnancy
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Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Gaining the right amount of weight during pregnancy by eating a healthy, balanced diet is a good sign. It is not necessary to eat for two during pregnancy.
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Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
Educate yourself both before and during pregnancy. If you are considering VBAC, consult with your OB provider early during your pregnancy to discuss the benefits and potential risks of VBAC.
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Vaccination During Pregnancy
Pregnant women should talk to their physicians to figure out which vaccines they may need and whether they should get them during pregnancy or wait until after their child is born.
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True vs. False Labor
The way a contraction feels is different for each woman and may feel different from one pregnancy to the next.
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The Role of the Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist (part 2 )
Ultrasound, as a diagnostic and prognostic tool, is often the critical tool of the trade for the maternal fetal medicine specialist. The maternal fetal medicine specialist can be a crucial part of the obstetrical healthcare team.
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The Role of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist (part 1)
Obstetrics is one area in medicine that has been greatly influenced by new technology and discoveries. Not only has there been an explosion of new information regarding normal physiology and pathology of pregnancy, but advances in medicine have also provided reproductive age women and men with a quality of life in which pregnancy may be considered.
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Sex During Pregnancy
There is no reason to change or alter your sexual activity during pregnancy unless your health care provider advises otherwise. Intercourse or orgasm during pregnancy will not harm your baby, unless you have a medical problem.
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Prenatal Ultrasound During Pregnancy
The ultrasound can be used during pregnancy to show images of the amniotic sac, placenta and ovaries. A transvaginal ultrasound is used early in pregnancy to get a clearer view of the uterus or ovaries. It may also be used early in pregnancy to determine how far along you are in your pregnancy (gestational age) if this is uncertain or unknown.
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Prenatal Care: Your First Visit
Appointments with your health care provider throughout your pregnancy are important. prenatal care includes education on pregnancy and childbirth, plus counseling and support.
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Pregnancy Bed Rest
Nearly 20 percent of pregnant women are prescribed some form of bed rest each year. If you have been prescribed bed rest, it means that your health care provider is concerned about a condition that may prevent you from carrying your baby to full term. While a period of bed rest can interrupt your routine, it may be helpful in carrying your pregnancy to full term.
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Pregnancy After Age 35
While most women enjoy healthy pregnancies and healthy babies, pregnancy and childbearing after age 35 does carry greater medical risks.
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Preparing for Pregnancy Before Conception
Caring for your health before you become pregnant called preconceptional care will help you learn about any risk factors and treat any medical problems that you may have before you become pregnant. Planning for your pregnancy before you conceive will help you make healthy decisions for you and your baby.
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Pain Relief Options During Childbirth
The way a contraction feels is different for each woman and may feel different from one pregnancy to the next. Labor contractions cause discomfort or a dull ache in your back and lower abdomen, along with pressure in the pelvis.
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Correct Posture and Body Mechanics During Pregnancy
Good posture during pregnancy involves training your body to stand, walk, sit and lie in positions where the least strain is placed on your back.
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Caring for Your Health After Delivery
After pregnancy first month of having a newborn at home can be quite overwhelming. You may feel like all of your time is focused on caring for your newborn, but don't forget to take care of yourself. Your baby needs you to be as healthy as you can be.
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Limiting Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Gaining the right amount of weight during pregnancy is a good sign. You should gain about 2 to 4 pounds during your first three months of pregnancy and 1 pound a week for the remainder of your pregnancy.
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