There are several vaccines that are safe and important to receive either before or during pregnancy. TDAP Vaccine During Pregnancy The TDAP vaccine provides combined protection against the diseases of tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis. Both the CDC and ACOG, which is the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, consider the vaccine to be safe…
Braxton Hicks contractions happen in almost all pregnancies, but some women may not be aware of them. On the other hand, some people may experience Braxton Hicks contractions very often. Having frequent and powerful Braxton Hicks contractions may lead to pregnant women seeking urgent medical care because they think that they are in labor. While…
Dry mouth during pregnancy is almost always normal. It occurs mainly because your body needs more water than normal, for the development of your baby. Besides, changing hormones in pregnancy also affect your oral health, and can lead to many issues like loose teeth, gingivitis, and dry mouth. Causes of Dry Mouth During Pregnancy The…
Choosing a birth control method often seems like a difficult task. Women have to consider several factors including effectiveness, safety and side effects while choosing a birth control that is best suited for them. They also need to consider whether they wish to conceive in the near future before choosing any contraceptive. If you are…
Ectopic Pregnancy Stories Normally, pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants and develops into an embryo inside the uterus. It attaches to the lining of the uterus. So what is an ectopic pregnancy then? An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg gets implanted outside the uterus, including fallopian tubes, cervix, and even within the…
First, What Is The TDap Vaccine? The Tdap vaccine provides combined protection against the diseases of tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis. Pregnancy TDap Administration Can Reduce Risk Of Infection The following diseases are fatal and infants are at high risk for the infections because newborns don’t begin their vaccination series until about 2 months old….
Can Pregnancy Cause Constipation? Yes! Unfortunately, pregnancy and constipation often go hand in hand. But, you are not alone in experience pregnancy constipation pain, and discomfort. Recent statistics show that as many as half of all pregnant women may suffer from constipation during pregnancy. While it may be reassuring to know that constipation in pregnancy…
Cord blood banking is something to consider if you are pregnant. Cost for cord blood banking can be a barrier for many patients who are considering doing it at the time of birth. Cord blood transplants have been successful in correcting metabolism, blood, immune diseases amongst others. Over 35000 transplants of cord blood have been…
While spotting is a relative common occurrence in early pregnancy, it can nevertheless be concerning. According to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, approximately 15-25 percent of women experience bleeding in early pregnancy. Spotting in first trimester pregnancies, or the first 12 weeks, is typically lighter in color than what one would experience with a regular…
Insomnia in pregnancy is very common. Studies estimate that anywhere from 40% to 97% of women experience sleep challenges during pregnancy, especially during the first and third trimesters. Insomnia is defined by having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or both. With the variety of emotions that come along with being pregnant, add insomnia into the…