Tag: maternal care
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Prenatal Testing During Pregnancy
At home insemination Throughout your pregnancy, you’ll likely experience more medical evaluations than ever before. Thankfully, many of these prenatal tests—like blood work, urinalysis, and ultrasounds—are routine, painless, and vital for the health of both you and your baby. Prenatal tests provide a comprehensive look at your health and that of your little one, often…
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One Mom’s ‘Heartburn’ Turned Out to Be a Serious Condition
At home insemination Before leaving the hospital with her newborn, a mom named Sarah never imagined that her discomfort was anything more than typical postpartum heartburn. When she mentioned feeling a tightness in her chest to a nurse, the response was dismissive. “It was just a brief chat—no follow-up questions or checks on my vitals,”…
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Understanding Yellow Discharge During Pregnancy
At home insemination Hey there, expectant moms! If you’re experiencing an uptick in vaginal discharge during your pregnancy, you’re not alone. It’s a common occurrence, but what if that discharge is yellow? Let’s break it down together. What is Yellow Discharge During Pregnancy? When you’re expecting, your body ramps up the production of leukorrhea—a normal,…
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Activity Restrictions During Pregnancy: Understanding Your Doctor’s Recommendations
At home insemination Getting rest during pregnancy, often referred to as activity restriction, is a term commonly used by healthcare providers when they suggest limiting your activities. This can range from taking frequent breaks to, in more severe cases, a hospital stay. While about 20% of pregnancies in the U.S. still involve some form of…
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Doctors Dismissed My Childbirth Concerns — So Now I Advocate for All Black Moms
At home insemination When I was pregnant with my first child, I faced a frustrating reality: my concerns as a Black woman were largely ignored by my healthcare provider. Despite knowing that Black women are three times more likely to experience severe complications during pregnancy compared to white women, I felt unheard. My prenatal visits…