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.