A recent metaanalysis in the journal AJOG on exercise was very encouraging to those exercising in pregnancy. Exercise in pregnancy lowers the risk of cesarean section significantly and even more for those women who exercise more than 50 hours during the pregnancy. Exercise also reduced pregnancy weight gain. The women they studied performed aerobic and […]
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We have been very fortunate to attract some very wonderful patients for our obstetric services who live a significant distance from our hospital. Some wish to come to town early in labor but not go to the hospital or stay in area if they come but are not quite in labor yet. To help
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Do pain medications given for labor affect breastfeeding? The short answer is yes, they could. Not for all women, but women with exposure to pain medications are more likely to have delayed onset of lactation. The delay could cause problems, supplementation, and higher cessation of breastfeeding. Some will respond to such information with anger or
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Am I Pregnant? The only way to get proof is to take a pregnancy test. Before a missed period, there are many classic symptoms of pregnancy from morning sickness to strange cravings. Some women may experience symptoms within weeks of conception. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, we highly advise you to take a
The WHO’s World Cancer Report 2014 said the major sources of preventable cancer included: Less than 10% cancer is genetic. Most are from preventable causes. The WHO’s World Cancer Report 2014 said the major sources of preventable cancer included: Smoking Infections Alcohol Obesity and inactivity Radiation, both from the sun and medical scans Air pollution
