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American Family Physician
September 15, 2003 |
Pregnancy and Exercise Is it safe for me to exercise during pregnancy?... How should I start an exercise program?... What types of exercise are best?... What should I be careful about?... etc.   |
American Family Physician
August 15, 2002 |
Medicines for Mental Health During Pregnancy What mental problems may occur during pregnancy?... Can pregnancy cause these mental problems? Does it make them worse?... Are mental health medicines safe to use during pregnancy?... What should I do if I have a history of a mental disorder and want to get pregnant?... etc. |
American Family Physician
November 1, 2005
Lozeau & Potter |
Diagnosis and Management of Ectopic Pregnancy If a woman of reproductive age presents with abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, syncope, or hypotension, the physician should perform a pregnancy test. If the patient is pregnant, the physician should perform a work-up to detect possible ectopic or ruptured ectopic pregnancy. |
American Family Physician
October 15, 2005 |
Prenatal Diagnosis: Amniocentesis and CVS An informational patient hand-out on these fetal diagnostic tests. |
American Family Physician
July 15, 2001 |
High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Causes of high blood pressure during pregnancy and possible problems and treatments. |
American Family Physician
June 15, 2002 |
How to Prepare for Pregnancy Why is it important to prepare for pregnancy?... When should I see my doctor?... Is exercise okay?... Should I take vitamins?... Do I need to change my diet?... What else should I avoid?... What do I need to know about genetic diseases?... etc. |
American Family Physician
September 15, 2003 |
Pregnancy: Prenatal Care What will happen during prenatal visits?... What should I eat?... Is it okay to take medicine?... How long can I keep working?... What about exercise?... Is it okay to have sex?... What can I do to feel better while I'm pregnant?... etc. |
American Family Physician
May 15, 2004 |
Diethylstilbestrol Between 1938 and 1971, millions of women in the United States were given DES to keep them from losing their baby or giving birth too early. Here are the health risks for the mother and baby, and what you should do. |
American Family Physician
April 1, 2005 |
Pregnancy: Keeping Yourself and Your Baby Healthy Questions and answers about lifestyle changes during pregnancy. |
American Family Physician
September 15, 2003 |
Respiratory Infections During Pregnancy What is a viral respiratory infection?... What if I am exposed to a viral respiratory infection while I am pregnant?... What should I do if I am exposed to chickenpox?... What should I do if I am exposed to fifth disease?... etc. |
American Family Physician
April 15, 2005 |
Infections During Pregnancy: What You Should Know A patient hand-out detailing what a patient should do if they become ill during pregnancy, possible tests they may need as well prevention suggestions. |
Salon.com
September 5, 2001
Lisa Moricoli Latham |
What are we fighting for? I just lost a pregnancy, but gained new insight into the stem cell debate... |
The Family Room
November 2000
Brandie Valenzuela |
Pregnant, but Organized If you are pregnant, you are now doubt thinking about the day that your baby will be born. Starting with the first month of my pregnancy, I began to prepare for our big arrival, and I would like to share my tips with you... |
American Family Physician
March 1, 2002 |
Triple Screening in Pregnancy -- What It Is and What to Expect A triple screen is a blood test that measures three things called alpha-fetoprotein, human chorionic gonadotropin and unconjugated estriol. The results of the blood test can help your doctor see if your baby may be at higher risk for certain birth defects... |
American Family Physician
October 1, 2005
Griebel et al. |
Management of Spontaneous Abortion Physicians should realize the importance of providing care that is sensitive to the medical and psychologic aspects of a couple who experiences spontaneous abortion (also referred to as miscarriage). |
The Family Room
Amanda Formaro |
Children Lost, But Not Forgotten Experiencing a miscarriage. |
The Family Room
November 2000
Shannon N. Auge |
My Unplanned Pregnancy I knew I was pregnant. I had every sign; sore breasts, frequent urination, a constant car sick feeling. Yet it took three store bought tests and two doctors to convince me my body was making a baby. I did not want to be pregnant... |
Entrepreneur
February 2004
Aliza Pilar Sherman |
That's My Baby Who says running a business and motherhood don't mix? |
American Journal of Nursing
November 2009 |
Trauma in Pregnancy A description of the mechanisms of traumatic injury during pregnancy includes a discussion of the normal changes of pregnancy and their implications in the care of pregnant trauma patients, and offers strategies for assessment and treatment. |
American Family Physician
March 1, 2004 |
Effects of Automobile Crashes Occurring During Pregnancy Increased automobile travel by pregnant women increases the likelihood of fetal injury or pregnancy complications from crashes, but relatively little is known about the factors involved in such outcomes. |
Nutra Solutions
April 1, 2005 |
Anti Matters A team of researchers reports that antioxidant consumption during pregnancy may affect the child's risk of wheeze and eczema in early childhood. |
American Family Physician
April 1, 2003 |
Birth Control What kind of birth control is right for me?... Barrier Methods... Birth Control Pills... Hormone Implants, Patches, and Shots... IUDs... Sterilization... Natural Family Planning... Emergency Contraception... etc. |
Salon.com
August 3, 2000
Tracie White |
My second daughter I never saw her alive, but I will miss her for the rest of my life. |
American Journal of Nursing
December 2009
Kathleen A. Whitney |
Placental Site Trophoblastic Tumor Positive pregnancy tests can result from medical conditions other than pregnancy, including various cancers, such as placental site trophoblastic tumor. |
American Family Physician
May 15, 2004
Schrager & Potter |
Diethylstilbestrol Exposure The dangers and uses of Diethylstilbestrol (DES) and its effect on those women given the drug and their female offspring. |
Nurse Practitioner
June 2011
Cabbage & Neal |
Over-the-Counter Medications and Pregnancy: An Integrative Review Many over-the-counter medications are available to help alleviate common discomforts experienced during pregnancy. Although many appear to be safe, healthcare providers must familiarize themselves with these medications. |
Job Journal
February 12, 2006
James E. Challenger |
Career Pros: More Acceptance of Moms-to-be Pregnancy no longer a complication to getting hired -- and it is illegal to make it so. |
American Family Physician
January 15, 2007
Tunzi & Gray |
Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy Most skin conditions resolve postpartum and only require symptomatic treatment. However, there are specific treatments for some conditions (e.g., melasma, intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, impetigo herpetiformis, pruritic folliculitis of pregnancy). |
Salon.com
April 24, 2000
J.B. Orenstein, M.D. |
Tales from the emergency room She was 15 years old and pregnant -- and her mother was 275 pounds of fury. |
Health
May 18, 2009
Hallie Levine Sklar |
Babies After 40: The Hidden Health Risks of Mid-Life Pregnancy The number of women giving birth into their 40s and 50s and beyond is at record highs |
The Family Room
Jan Andersen |
I'm Not Too Old For Motherhood! - Pregnancy and Birth at 40+ |
American Family Physician
December 15, 2000
Toni Lapp |
ACOG Addresses Psychosocial Screening in Pregnant Women Recognizing the broad range of psychosocial issues that pregnant women face is an important step toward improving women's health and birth outcomes... |
The Family Room
Leah Hennen |
Pregnancy No-Nos Pregnant? You already know to steer clear of alcohol and cigarettes. Here are other hazards to avoid. |
American Family Physician
July 1, 2000
Anne D. Walling, M.D. |
Family Practice International Depression in Young Adults... Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer... Acute Appendicitis in Pregnancy... |
American Family Physician
June 15, 2003
Black & Hill |
Over-the-Counter Medications in Pregnancy Pregnant women commonly use over-the-counter medications. Although most over-the-counter drugs have an excellent safety profile, some have unproven safety or are known to adversely affect the fetus. |
The Family Room
November 2000
Mia Cronan |
Feeling Beautiful During Pregnancy One of the toughest things that a pregnant woman deals with during a healthy, problem-free pregnancy is feeling beautiful in spite of her physical growth... |
American Family Physician
October 15, 2004
As-Sanie, Gantt & Rosenthal |
Pregnancy Prevention in Adolescents The family physician plays a key role by engaging adolescent patients in confidential, open, and nonthreatening discussions of reproductive health, responsible sexual behavior, and contraceptive use. |
Salon.com
March 20, 2002
Robin Wallace |
A mother without child After nine months of pregnancy, it took only seconds for my world to collapse, a few seconds for the doctor to say, "I'm sorry. There doesn't seem to be a heartbeat"... |
American Family Physician
July 1, 2003
Quinlan & Hill |
Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, commonly known as "morning sickness," affects approximately 80 percent of pregnant women. Physicians should carefully evaluate patients with nonresolving or worsening symptoms to rule out the most common causes of severe vomiting. |
American Journal of Nursing
January 2011
Marion Rita Alex |
Occupational Hazards for Pregnant Nurses Depending on her working environment, specific immunities, and stage of pregnancy, a pregnant nurse may find it difficult to avoid teratogenic and fetotoxic exposures, as well as working conditions that could jeopardize her pregnancy. |
Salon.com
June 29, 2000
Viki Wilson |
Partial healing Thankfully, the Supreme Court has struck down a law banning the procedure that saved my life and ended my daughter's suffering. |
Salon.com
September 18, 2000
S. Boyd |
Give us liberty The approval of RU-486 isn't about morals, it's about options. |
ifeminists
December 7, 2006
Leving & Sacks |
Coercive Abortion Prevention Act Assumes Male Guilt, Opens Door to Unfair Prosecutions The U.S. constitution's protected liberty interests safeguard privacy in areas such as contraception, abortion, marriage, procreation, child rearing and sexual conduct between consenting adults. Do Michigan legislators believe these protections don't also cover the basic personal choices HB 5882 proscribes? |
Fast Company
Samantha Cole |
What Today's SCOTUS Ruling Means For Pregnant Employees Hopeful news for working families today: In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court threw out a lower court ruling which blocked a woman's discrimination lawsuit against her former employer, reviving the case. |
American Family Physician
July 15, 2001 |
NHBPEP Report on High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy: A Summary for Family Physicians |
Entrepreneur
November 2003
April Y. Pennington |
Una Cassidy The founder of Selph LLC in Los Angeles found her niche as a beauty-products provider for moms-to-be. |
Nursing
October 2011
Elizabeth Heavey |
Obesity in pregnancy: Deliver sensitive care This article addresses the health risks of obesity to mother and baby during pregnancy, labor, and delivery and discusses what you can do to mitigate those risks. |
American Family Physician
July 15, 2003
Sur et al. |
Vaccinations in Pregnancy Routine vaccines that generally are safe to administer during pregnancy include diphtheria, tetanus, influenza, and hepatitis B. Other vaccines, such as meningococcal and rabies, may be considered. |
Nurse Practitioner
April 2010
Benninger & McCallister |
Asthma in pregnancy: Reading between the lines Asthma is one of the most common, chronic medical conditions that can complicate pregnancy, affecting between 4% and 8% of this population. |
Entrepreneur
March 2004
April Y. Pennington |
Labor Dispute Maternity leave is a hot issue. Find out how to handle it without ruffling any feathers. |
