Q&A: Common Questions About Prenatal Vitamins
You probably know that taking a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy is important, but there's more to it than just that simple advice. I've received a lot of questions recently, including: When should y...
12 Nov 202518min
The Research on Stress During Pregnancy and How to Manage It
We all experience some level of stress in daily life. Pregnancy can be a period of additional stress as you are experiencing many physical changes and symptoms, and are mentally preparing for birth an...
9 Nov 202541min
Q&A: Why Do Birthmarks Happen?
Birthmarks are one of those little mysteries that many babies are born with. Some are tiny and faint, while others are more noticeable and change over time. In this episode, we explore why birthmarks ...
5 Nov 202518min
Focusing on What Matters Most in Pregnancy
Finding out you are pregnant is one of the most exciting times of your life, but it can also feel like a lot. There are endless choices to make, and many of them involve gathering information, weighin...
2 Nov 202528min
Q&A: Should Your Baby Get the Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth?
One of the first decisions you will make as a new parent is whether to vaccinate your newborn against hepatitis B. The first dose of this vaccine is recommended within 24 hours of birth, and most babi...
29 Okt 202529min
Understanding Your Options for Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
Your doctor or midwife monitors the fetal heart rate of your baby to assess their well-being and how well they are tolerating labor. They primarily use electronic fetal monitoring (EFM), which is the ...
26 Okt 202542min
Q&A: The Science (and Myths) of the Line on Your Belly
You may notice a dark line running down the center of your belly during pregnancy. This is known as the linea nigra. What causes it to appear? Does it mean something about your baby? And will it reall...
22 Okt 202520min
Are Vaginal Exams Really Necessary? What the Evidence Says
A vaginal exam is a procedure that may be offered to you in the weeks leading up to your due date or during labor. These exams have become routine, but questions have been raised about whether they ar...
19 Okt 202540min
