Strep–Not Just a Sore Throat
Strep is short for Streptococcus, a bacterium identified in four groups–A, B, C, and G. A and B cause most of the strep infections in humans.
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Planning Pregnancy: Update on Zika Virus Precautions
If you’re thinking about becoming pregnant in the next 3 months, it’s important to consider whether you or your partner have been exposed to the Zika virus.
Continue readingBirth Control While Breastfeeding
Despite what you might have heard, breastfeeding is not effective birth control. Many women mistakenly think that they’re not fertile and able to get pregnant until they have a period, that’s not true.
Continue readingCoffee and Caffeine in Pregnancy
Most pregnant moms want to to know if they can safely have caffeine and enjoy a cup, can or chocolate without any risk to the baby. Many moms feel tremendous guilt if they have an occasional diet soda.
Continue readingThinking about becoming a Mom
If you’re starting to become more aware of pregnant women and new families, chances are, you just might be starting to think about becoming a mom.
Continue readingThinking about becoming a Dad
The reality is that so much of the focus on pregnancy planning is on women, and yet, men are also on their own journey to becoming fathers.
Continue reading6 Summertime Tips for Pregnant Moms
When you’re pregnant and your body is changing in ways that you never dreamed possible, the added heat of summer can be a real challenge. Here are 6 summertime tips to keep you and your growing body comfortable.
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