What is happening in my body in each trimester? What should I eat when I’m pregnant? What exercise is best? How can I connect with my baby during this time? We’ll answer these and other pregnancy questions in this section of Step to Health.
Have you told your partner that you’re ready to be a parent? Or do you still hesitate? If you’re unafraid to find out if you’re truly ready to be a parent, then look for the answer within yourself. No one…
If you’re expecting a baby, you’ll need to modify some habits to look after your health as well as your baby’s. In this article, we present some of the habits you should avoid during pregnancy. Don’t miss it! Habits to…
Baby showers have been around the United States for decades and have become even more popular in recent years. In fact, many Hollywood celebrities have made them even more famous. In Latin American countries, people have also celebrated them for…
Postpartum hemorrhages have significant risks for women. In addition, they’re one of the main postpartum complications around the world. What causes them? How can you treat them? In this article, we’ll show you the most important aspects of this problem.…
Labor induction is when uterine contractions are artificially caused in order to trigger delivery. In this sense, it’s a programmed action that gynecologists use because of certain conditions. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about…
In order to get pregnant, you need to know which days you’re fertile. The same goes for avoiding pregnancy. However, determining fertile days with 100% accuracy is impossible. Remember, calculating fertile days is always an approximation. It’s important to remember…
High blood pressure during pregnancy is diagnosed when the values exceed 140/90 mmHg. However, do you know what blood pressure really is? Blood pressure is the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the arteries. Hypertension is when…
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication that can result from hypertension or kidney damage, among other things. It affects 5-8% of pregnant women and can be really dangerous for both mother and baby. Preeclampsia usually manifests in the last trimester. However,…
Do you know the risks and effects of the morning-after pill? Having unprotected sex carries significant risks. Not only is there the possibility of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), but you could also have an unwanted pregnancy. Although it’s best to…
A woman’s first pregnancy is usually overwhelming. She has a lot of expectations and, believe it or not, the most intense emotion she may feel is fear. Her second pregnancy, however, may be calmer. Since women know what to expect…
Choosing between C-section or vaginal delivery is a common question among pregnant women. Some opt for the traditional method and deliver their babies vaginally. However, others prefer to have the largest number of variables under control and therefore choose a…
A cesarean section is a type of surgery. It consists of making an incision in the abdomen and uterus to take out the baby. Nowadays, specialists consider cesarean sections to be the safest procedure to prevent or solve possible complications that may happen…
Bleeding during pregnancy is a lot more common than you may think: 50% of women have vaginal spotting at some point. However, this doesn’t always mean that such abnormalities could harm the baby , even though it’s certainly a concern for…
Perinatal grief is what happens when a baby dies before or a few days after birth. It’s an intense pain that takes the woman, her partner and the family by surprise. The pregnant woman has made up her mind about the…
If you’re pregnant, or if your partner is expecting a baby, you may think that you have to wait to make your baby happy until after he or she is born. However, we have a surprise for you. You don’t…
The changes that a woman’s body undergoes while nourishing the life of another human being also expose her to certain common diseases during pregnancy. These problems usually are resolved after the birth of the baby. While many women suffer from…
One of the first things that couples start to think about when they’re expecting a baby is whether it will be a boy or a girl. As it happens, there are a variety of ways to find out. In this…
Science is forever advancing and developing safer forms of contraception. However, there is still no 100% effective method of protection. A progestin implant is a very reliable method, but just like other forms of contraception, its effectiveness depends on how it’s…
Pregnancy begins from the moment in which fertile ovule is implanted in the uterus and ends at the baby’s birth. While sexual intercourse is normally a means to pregnancy, it’s not the only way to get pregnant. Below, we’ll explain what…
A Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (or VBAC) is a vaginal delivery after a C-section. It’s a valid birthing option only when there are no risks for the mother and baby. Before diving into what VBAC is, we’ll first start by defining…
