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Common Pregnancy Problems
All pregnant women will agree that the first few months of pregnancy are unpleasant, to say the least. You may experience morning sickness, swelling in the legs and ankles, abdominal pains and cramps,... Read Entire Article
What to Know About Amniocentesis and Chorionic Villus Sampling
Would you like to know if the baby in your uterus is healthy? If you are like most women, your answer will be "yes." As you may already know, there are numerous tests that can be done during p... Read Entire Article
Understanding Preeclampsia
What is preeclampsia? Once known as toxemia, it is caused by a defect in the placenta which causes a pregnant woman's blood pressure to rise, endangering mother and baby. Affecting about 7% all pre... Read Entire Article
Important Questions Concerning Caesarian Sections
Are you scared to death about the impending birth of your baby? It's completely natural to be frightened. There are many things that could go wrong. But there is something you can do to reliev... Read Entire Article
Important Questions Concerning Tubal Pregnancy
What is a tubal pregnancy? An ectopic pregnancy, commonly known as a tubal pregnancy, is a pregnancy in which the fertilized egg implants itself somewhere other than the uterus. It is referred to a... Read Entire Article
Placenta Previa Questions Answered
What is Placenta Previa? Placenta previa literally means afterbirth first. It is a condition in which the placenta - the flapjack-shaped organ that supplies the fetus with nutrients through the umb... Read Entire Article
Anemia During Pregnancy
Anemia during pregnancy is most commonly caused by an iron deficiency. Being tested for anemia early in your pregnancy is a good idea, but may not be enough, since anemia may still develop as your pre... Read Entire Article
Gestational Diabetes
It is not uncommon for pregnant women to suffer from gestational diabetes. In fact, it affects two to four percent of all pregnancies and involves an increased risk of developing diabetes for both mot... Read Entire Article