Entries by Molly Bachechi

Cold Sores and Your Baby: What You Need to Know

October 6, 2015 /46 Comments/in , , , , /by
Article at a Glance
  • Cold sores are caused by one of the herpes simplex viruses, HSV-1. There's no cure for the virus, and even if you don't have symptoms or an actual cold sore, you can still spread it.
  • While rare, HSV-1 infections in newborns can be deadly, causing severe brain damage. This includes transmission during birth through the vaginal canal, or by kissing a newborn baby on the face or sharing a toy or cup.
  • You can protect your baby from a cold sore by working with your OB/GYN if you know you have HSV-1 and avoiding a vaginal birth, as well as keeping baby away from adults who have cold sores. While it is more contagious when a person has an active cold sore, remember that the virus can still spread even without one.

Article at a Glance Cold sores are caused by one of the herpes simplex viruses, HSV-1. There’s no cure for the virus, and even if you don’t have symptoms or an actual cold sore, you can still spread it. While rare, HSV-1 infections in newborns can be deadly, causing severe brain damage. This includes transmission […]

Should I Exercise While Pregnant?

September 25, 2015 /3 Comments/in , , , , , , /by

Pregnancy feels like it changes everything. Even before your baby bump starts showing, you won’t be able to stop thinking about the new little person growing and developing in your belly. You may be worried about what to eat and drink, how much sleep you’re getting, and what medications you’re taking. You know you’re going to […]

Why Pregnant Women Should Consider Taking Folic Acid

September 24, 2015 /1 Comment/in , , , , , , /by

If you’re pregnant or trying to become pregnant, you’re likely to get a lot of advice about what you should be doing to keep yourself and your baby healthy. People will tell you to exercise a lot or not exercise at all, drink tons of tea or stop eating bread, and all sorts of other […]