When you become pregnant, you trust your doctor team to know what’s best. They advise you about foods to avoid, medicines you shouldn’t take, and why adding more folic acid to your diet could be a good thing. They also help you get ready for delivery and give you advice on how to choose which childbirth […]
Sometimes, your birth doesn’t always go as planned. If you’re pregnant, you’ve probably already discussed with your doctor your ideal birth plan: maybe you want to go “all natural” without any drugs or medical interventions, or you desire a water birth. Perhaps you are experiencing a higher-risk pregnancy and already know a Cesarean section is […]
Jaundice, while incredibly common, can be a scary sight — and potentially serious medical diagnosis — on a new baby. If you’ve never heard of jaundice, it’s the yellow discoloration in a newborn child’s eyes and skin. It occurs when an infant’s blood contains an excess of bilirubin, a normal pigment that’s made when red blood […]