It can be intimidating to see long lists of foods and medications to avoid during pregnancy, and you may ask yourself, “Well what is safe?” Acetaminophen has long been considered...
Research from scientists at University of Utah Health uggests that using cannabis in the first six to 14 weeks of pregnancy is associated with poor pregnancy outcomes that are closely...
The birth of a baby is thrilling for parents. But the delivery room can be confusing with medical personnel and lots of monitors. A number of screenings for newborns are...
Muchas mujeres embarazadas, sobre todo las primerizas, tienen dudas sobre la actividad física durante el embarazo. Hacer ejercicio durante el embarazo es seguro para la madre y el bebé.
Many expecting women, especially first-time mothers, have questions about physical activity during pregnancy. Exercising while pregnant is safe for mom and baby.
About half of pregnancies in the United States are unplanned. Not every pregnancy journey is the same, and with the spectrum of an unplanned pregnancy comes a spectrum of different reactions and emotions. Women's health expert Kirtly Jones, MD, talks with Jamie Hales, LCSW, clinical manager for Huntsman Mental Health Institute, about what it can mean to have an unplanned pregnancy, the emotional responses it can create, and the resources available.
If your pregnancy journey is not going the way you expected, it is encouraged to not hesitate to seek professional and medical help.
We've all heard of that pregnancy glow—when expecting moms have thick, luscious locks thanks to increased levels of estrogen. But after baby arrives, new moms may feel like that glow...
Summer is here, and that means picnics and pool parties. But is it safe to use sunscreen and bug spray if you're pregnant? Should expectant moms take extra precautions at...
Breastfeeding can sometimes be challenging. Because newborns and infants are continuously learning and their mood swings are unpredictable, a breastfeeding mother may experience many changes in milk supply.
A veces la lactancia puede ser un reto. Dado que los recién nacidos y los bebés están aprendiendo continuamente y sus cambios de humor son imprevisibles, una madre lactante puede...
When it comes to treating infertility in the United States, it’s often the female partner who receives diagnosis and treatment. Yet, according to male fertility specialist Kelli Gross, MD, as many as 40% of causes of infertility lie with the male partner. Learn why it’s more successful and economical to approach infertility as a couple.
Omega-3 fatty acids can keep your body running like a fine-tuned machine. But your body cannot make these essential nutrients on its own—you must get them from food.
What formula should I give my new baby? When should I start introducing other food groups? What do I do if my child only wants to eat junk food? Parents have a lot of questions about the basics of feeding their child. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner covers The Basics.