New mothers are still adjusting to their new life-changing diapers, waking up early, dealing with insufficient sleep, and body changes. It can be exhausting, but also exciting. After giving birth, women may experience baby blues. You may experience mood swings, uncertainty towards being a mother, or you may feel upset and not able to identify a specific cause for these feelings. These are all normal due to hormonal changes.

What foods should I eat in pregnancy? What foods should I avoid? Are cravings okay?

These are common questions women think about when considering pregnancy or during pregnancy. During pregnancy, management of health through diet is quite important for maintenance of health of the mother and the pregnancy. There are certain foods that are recommended to avoid or limit because it may be harmful for you or your baby. However, it is important to maintain appropriate nutrition to ensure your body has the additional nutrients and vitamins that may be required during pregnancy.

With the weather cooling down and the leaves changing colors, summer is surely gone and fall is here. The crisp, cool air is an invitation to go outside and enjoy the outdoors. Does pregnancy change what you can participate it?

Importance Of Vaccinations Before Or During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is an exciting stage in life with many changes and new information to take in. It can sometimes be overwhelming. Your obstetrician and maternal-fetal medicine specialists work together to address concerns you may have throughout your pregnancy and also manage your pregnancy to ensure the appropriate resources are provided and appropriate testing is performed. Vaccinations are often discussed before and during pregnancy to ensure a healthy mom and a healthy pregnancy.

Stress and anxiety occur every day, but what about the added stress of going back to school? Preparing your children for the start of school, coordinating your physician appointments during pregnancy, or coordinating your class schedule—these are stressors many pregnant women experiences. 

Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)

Every pregnancy is unique. Some individuals may wish to pursue genetic testing for chromosomal or genetic conditions based on past pregnancy or family history, ultrasound or genetic screening results, or just to gain further information regarding their pregnancy. People may consider diagnostic testing for many reasons, some of which are listed below.

If you are expecting, you are probably excited to meet your bundle of joy. Before that day comes, you may find yourself wondering how to manage heat and travel during the busy summer months. Here are a few things to consider when you are pregnant during the hot summer months. 

The decision to become a parent can be an exciting and overwhelming time. Part of the process of planning to start a family may be a discussion with healthcare professionals including genetic counselors and maternal-fetal medicine specialists. Today, it is easier than ever to speak with experts about your questions and concerns.

Genetic Counseling

Genetic counselors are trained medical professionals who work closely with patients to discuss genetic principles and their relevance within pregnancies. They use medical, pregnancy, and family histories to identify and assess potential risks within a pregnancy or an individual. Genetic counselors also discuss the basics of genetic principles and the options for genetic testing within pregnancies or individuals. Whether this be related to testing already performed within a pregnancy or an existing genetic condition in an individual or their family.