Discuss these questions with your provider to experience a healthier pregnancy.

Accidental swallowing of non-food items is one of the main causes of accidental poisoning in babies and children.

Exposure to air pollution has been identified as a significant cause of both preterm birth and low birth weight.

When your blood cell count is low, you have anemia. The most common type of anemia specific to pregnancy is called iron-deficiency anemia (IDA). 

Evidencia actual sugiere que es poco probable que la leche materna transmita el virus a los bebés.

Avian Influenza type A (H5N1) is a virus commonly known as “Bird flu” that causes disease in birds and poultry.

If you have COVID-19 or were exposed, you can likely continue breastfeeding with extra precautions.

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The majority of pregnant patients in Fresno County who have babies born with congenital syphilis have inadequate or no prenatal care and many of them are seen in the Emergency Department at some point during their pregnancy.

Constipation is a common discomfort in pregnancy. Constipation may be caused by hormonal changes, pressure from the baby on the bowel, certain medications, or diet are examples that can make the bowel move slower.

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Planning the delivery of your baby is an important element of your birth experience. Have continuous discussions with your provider about your preferences and priorities.

Pregnant people are more vulnerable to heat illness. In extreme heat it is easy to get dehydrated. Constant dehydration during pregnancy may trigger complications that can lead to premature birth.

Understanding your family health history is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward protecting your well-being.

Information and planning will help you achieve your pregnancy desires.

Around 20 weeks, start getting familiar with your baby’s movement. At 28 weeks, your provider will instruct you to start counting the kicks and baby’s movement patterns daily.

Gastroenteritis means infection or inflammation in the digestive system.

Gestational diabetes (GDM) is a type of diabetes that develops around 24-28 weeks of pregnancy. This occurs when the level of insulin hormone, is not high enough in the body to keep blood sugar levels within normal ranges.

Weight gain during pregnancy is normal! Achieving a healthy weight during pregnancy depends on several factors, such as your medical history and pre-pregnancy weight. Your provider will help develop a care plan that supports a healthy weight during your pregnancy.

Heartburn, also called acid indigestion or dyspepsia, is a very common discomfort in pregnancy. The muscles of the stomach may be slower at breaking down food and the growing baby within the uterus can put pressure on the stomach, forcing food back up into your esophagus (throat).

High blood pressure is a condition when the blood flowing through your veins puts increased pressure on the walls of your arteries. If your blood pressure is high, your heart needs to work harder to support your body and organs.

Donor human milk (PHDM) can be beneficial to supplement the mother’s own milk as necessary.

Leg cramps are short but painful muscle contractions. They are most common in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.

For MILD cold and flu symptoms, consider natural remedies before using an over-the-counter medicine. Always check with your provider before using any medication.

Mpox (monkeypox) is a viral infection and is part of the same family as the virus that causes smallpox.

Sickness or vomiting in the first trimester is common and may be the first sign that you are pregnant. Some people may experience a severe form of nausea and vomiting that continues after the first trimester. This is called hyperemesis.

Nutrition before, during, and after pregnancy is important. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends a daily supplement of 400 mcg of folic acid, regardless of how much folate is consumed in your diet even if you do not plan on getting pregnant.

The OB Panel, also called a Prenatal Panel, is a group of ACOG recommended tests used for routine prenatal care during the first part of pregnancy.

Check with your provider and care team about the use of these medical and non-medical methods of pain relief before incorporating them into your routine or plan!

The placenta is a temporary organ that exists in the uterus only during pregnancy. It develops in the uterus 7 to 10 days after conception and attaches to the uterine wall away from your cervix. Complications can happen with how and when the placenta grows or separates from the uterus.

The placenta is a temporary organ that only exists in your uterus during pregnancy. It develops in your uterus 7 to 10 days after conception and attaches to the uterine wall away from your cervix.

Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg tablet is emergency contraception that helps prevent pregnancy before it starts when taken within 72 hours after unprotected sex or if your birth control falls through

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is severe blood loss during or after childbirth. It is a life-threatening health issue that occurs as early as within 24 hours after giving birth and up to 12 weeks postpartum.

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-related complication that involves high blood pressure and injuries in other organs, such as the lungs, kidneys, and brain.

The COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy can protect you from severe illness and complications that can affect your pregnancy and baby.

Vaccines during pregnancy protect you and your baby! Your body makes antibodies in response to the vaccines and you pass some of these antibodies to your baby.

Experiencing implicit bias, racism, and preventable negative birth outcomes increases the stress Black women and babies experience during pregnancy.

Babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy (gestation) are considered preterm.

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The umbilical cord is a soft tube-like organ that connects you and your baby through your placenta from the early stages of pregnancy. This vital organ can be 19 to 23 inches in length.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in pregnancy. As pregnancy progresses, the growing baby and uterus can press on the ureter and bladder, making it harder to empty the bladder. This can trap urine and bacteria in the ureter. If untreated, UTIs can lead to complications, including preterm birth. If you suspect a UTI, call your doctor right away!