If you were a runner before pregnancy, you can most likely keep running through it. That surprises a lot of people, because the old advice treated pregnancy as a reason to slow down and rest. The current guidance from major obstetric authorities points the other way: for most people with an uncomplicated pregnancy, staying active […]
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Feb
Feb
Pregnancy is a delicate time, and for individuals struggling with opioid dependence, it can be especially complex. Methadone treatment has been a proven method for managing opioid addiction during pregnancy, yet misconceptions continue to circulate. These myths can prevent expectant mothers from seeking the care they need, putting both their health and the baby’s well-being […]
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Jan
Jan
Here’s the tension at the heart of early pregnancy: the first trimester is when nutrition matters most for your baby’s development, and it’s also when nausea, exhaustion, and food aversions can make eating anything at all feel like a challenge. If you’re living on crackers and ginger ale and worrying you’re doing it wrong, you’re […]
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Oct
Oct
For expectant mothers in Columbus, the first prenatal visit is a major milestone, the beginning of a journey filled with care, anticipation, and support. From the moment a pregnancy is confirmed, early and consistent pregnancy care services help protect both the mother’s and the baby’s health. During this first appointment, women can expect a thorough […]
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May
May
A healthy pregnancy isn’t built on one big decision. It’s built on a handful of everyday habits that add up over nine months: what you eat, how you move, how you manage discomfort, and how consistently you show up for prenatal care. None of it has to be complicated, and most of it is more […]
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Jun
Jun
Pregnancy can be an incredibly exciting and fulfilling experience, but it can also bring on aches and pains that can leave you feeling uncomfortable and frustrated. Most expecting mothers suffer from back pain throughout their pregnancy and can sometimes find it difficult to find ways to ease it. In this post, we’ll discuss the causes […]
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May
May
Induction labor has become increasingly popular in the United States, but many new parents are unsure whether it’s a safe process. Induction labor, usually done with drugs or sometimes a balloon, is the process of accelerating labor and delivery when medically necessary or desired. It’s a potentially very effective way to induce labor, but it […]
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May
May
Stretch marks are an all too common occurrence, appearing on both men and women and most often occur on the chest, belly, thighs, and hips. But what causes stretch marks, and why do some people have more than others? This can be a confusing issue to tackle, but we’re here to help make it a […]
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Questions to Ask at Your First Prenatal Visit (and How to Get the Most From Each Appointment)
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Apr
Apr
The biggest reason people leave an OB appointment wishing they’d gotten more out of it usually isn’t the provider. It’s that the questions they actually cared about surfaced in the car on the way home. Prenatal visits move quickly, and the appointments later in pregnancy can be especially short. Walking in with a written list […]
