Recent reports show many pregnant women in the United States are not consuming fish in amounts recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. In June of 2014, the FDA and the EPA revised their joint Fish Consumption Advice, Questions & Answers to encourage pregnant women, those who may … [Read more...]
Obstetrics
Cell Free DNA Testing
Cell Free DNA Testing is a new technology that is a screening test for chromosomal abnormalities such as Down’s Syndrome and Edward’s Syndrome. This is a test that looks at fetal DNA that is found in the mother’s blood stream. It requires a blood draw from the mother and can be performed as early … [Read more...]
Keeping Baby Healthy: Non-Stress Test & Biophysical Profile
During your prenatal care the doctor may decide to run some tests to make sure your baby is thriving. Two of the most common tests that are performed are called the non-stress test and biophysical profile. These tests may be run either at your doctor’s office or at the hospital. Fetal Non-Stress … [Read more...]
Smoking in Pregnancy
Smoking is the most common form of substance abuse in pregnant women. The incidence of smoking in pregnancy is between 10-50%. The incidence is higher in socially deprived populations. Smoking incidence decreases by 30% throughout pregnancy due to voluntary cessation. Smoking in pregnancy affects … [Read more...]
Cystic Fibrosis
During pregnancy our doctors offer special testing to determine if you and possibly your partner carry a gene that may cause a specific medical condition. This is referred to as Genetic carrier screening. One of the most common medical disorders which we test for is called Cystic Fibrosis … [Read more...]
Understanding Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is depression that occurs after delivery of a baby. It also can occur after a pregnancy loss, such as a miscarriage. It is very common. One in eight women will experience postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is different than postpartum blues or the “baby blues”. … [Read more...]
Mastitis in the Breastfeeding Mother
[frame_left][/frame_left]Mastitis is a breast inflammation. The most common cause of mastitis in a nursing mother is infection. The common presentation of this infection is a tender red area in the breast. Mastitis also may be accompanied by fever, chills and body aches (similar to flu … [Read more...]
And the Winner Is…
Marianne Brooks Won $100 We'd like to thank all the moms who participated in our recent Facebook contest. We had a lot of cute entries and it was so fun to see some of of the babies. Our team has delivered at lot of babies over the years, so it was like a walk down memory lane. To us, each and … [Read more...]
Is it Safe for Me to Travel While Pregnant?
With the arrival of fall, many families are beginning to plan Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. For most women and many of our patients, holiday planning requires traveling to a not so close destination to see loved ones and friends. For our pregnant patients, this means the inevitable question … [Read more...]
Whooping Cough Returns: The Need For Postpartum Pertussis Vaccination
Most of us received our routine vaccinations in childhood. Our parents knew the great benefits that vaccines provide and that these benefits greatly outweighed the risks associated with vaccines. These vaccines have protected us from common, preventable diseases throughout our life. However, as many … [Read more...]