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Testing for gestational diabetes and what to expect after a diagnosis
Navigating the whirlwind of appointments and tests during pregnancy can feel overwhelming. Around the third trimester, one of the most talked-about milestones is the screening for gestational diabetes. While the idea of another test can cause some anxiety, understanding the process and why it’s so important can empower you on your journey to a healthy…
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Genetic screening and testing during pregnancy
Pregnancy comes with many decisions, including whether to explore genetic screening or testing. These options provide insight into the fetus’s health, helping you make informed choices about prenatal care. Some seek screening for peace of mind, others due to family history. Many simply want a clearer understanding of potential health risks. Genetic screening vs. genetic…
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Before is better: a guide to preconception planning and fertility
Preparing for parenthood is an exciting journey. While so much can’t be planned for—that’s just the nature of babies and kids!—many aspects of conception can be. Preconception planning goes beyond timing; it involves ensuring your physical and reproductive health are in the best possible shape before trying to conceive (TTC) to lay a strong foundation…
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What to expect during your 20-week pregnancy ultrasound
The 20-week ultrasound is an important milestone in your prenatal care. Not only does it mark the “halfway point,” but it also provides a detailed look at fetal development and insights into maternal health (that’s yours!). Because of this particular scan’s significance, there are understandably many common questions about what to expect, many I still…
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What to know about postpartum psychosis
The postpartum period is fraught with challenges. Along with physical healing, new parents often face sleep deprivation and a range of emotional and personal upheavals, from hormone changes to adjusting partner dynamics. This is the baseline for many. When it comes to more serious postpartum conditions, postpartum depression is the most well-known, followed by postpartum…
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Early signs of pregnancy before a positive test
When you’re intentionally trying to get pregnant, the weeks between your last period and your potentially missed period can feel downright torturous. Not a day goes by when an unfamiliar twinge doesn’t interrupt whatever you’re doing so you can obsess on what it could mean. Schedule your first prenatal appointment Life feels like it’s on…
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Tips for understanding and managing common pregnancy symptoms by trimester
Pregnancy is an exciting time—and there’s a lot to know. For those who wanted, planned and made it happen, it’s an amazing thing when that double line appears. And throughout the 36 remaining weeks, there are a lot of “shoulds” around your feelings. One of the biggest? That through it all—during the nausea, heartburn, shortness…
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What to look for when choosing an obstetric care provider for your pregnancy
From the very beginning, building a family comes with many options and decisions. Whether it’s when to start trying to get pregnant, how to announce the news or which baby name will guarantee your child’s future success and happiness, a decision that often gets overlooked is choosing an obstetric care provider. Whether you’re considering a…
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Your guide to routine prenatal care and testing: what to expect
For those who have been planning a pregnancy and trying to conceive, that first positive pregnancy test can bring joy, as well as some anxiety. Questions and unsolicited advice start the moment you find out you’re pregnant. You’ll gain confidence in your parenting skills and decision-making over time–and, hopefully, a circle of people who will…
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