Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for pregnant or possibly pregnant women? The CDC has provided the following guidance for pregnant women: ● There is no data on the safety of COVID-19 vaccines in pregnant women. ● If a woman is part of a group (e.g., health care personnel, education) who is recommended to receive a […]
A recent study by Oxford Academic states that Cannabis use while conceiving may be associated with reduced fecundability. The study involved 1228 women, who were followed for up to six cycles while trying to conceive, as well as throughout pregnancy if they conceived. The women ranged from 18 to 40 years old and had a […]
We’re fortunate to live in a time when mental health issues are being more widely recognized and treated. Postpartum depression is an area that has seen a lot of attention in the last decade and yet there is still so much more to be done. The condition is characterized by mood swings, crying spells, anxiety, […]
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a serious form of morning sickness that affects up to 2% of pregnant women. HG often occurs starting the 4th and 6th week of pregnancy and can worsen around weeks 9 and 13. Women with HG endure persistent nausea and vomiting, dehydration, weight loss, and electrolyte imbalances that can last weeks, […]
Obesity has become an epidemic in the US and around the world. This means we are also seeing a lot of women of childbearing age entering pregnancy with obesity. Not only does this pose increased health risks for pregnant women, but it also increases complications of pregnancy and birth defects in the fetuses. For women […]
We all now know that there are trillions of bacteria in and on our bodies that are vital for day to day function. They are present in our gut, on our skin, and in our mouths. Our microbiome consists of all bacteria and microbes present in our bodies, and it plays a crucial role in […]
It comes as no surprise that pregnancy causes dramatic changes to a woman’s body as it kicks into overdrive, compensating for the increase in metabolism associated with developing a baby. But what is surprising is that pregnancy may actually have an effect on aging. Whether it may cause accelerated or slowed down aging, however, is […]
The benefits of breastfeeding infants have been well studied and are generally well known. Breastfeeding continues to be the recommended source of newborn feeding as long as it’s practical and sustainable for mom and healthy for baby. Breastfed infants are at lower risk of developing gastrointestinal issues and infections in their infancy. Breastfeeding also plays […]
Pregnancy is a time of life where we are not only responsible for our own health and safety, but also our baby’s. There are so many guidelines to health lifestyle changes to help maximize the healthy development of a new baby, it can be a little overwhelming. Exercise is one of the more confusing topics. […]
Women have made so many gains in the 20th and 21st centuries including social, political, economic, and reproductive rights. Each generation enjoys more benefits than the one before. Though there is still so much work to be done, one area that has little likelihood of changing is the reproductive window afforded to women. Getting pregnant, […]