Pregnancy

Tubal ligation is a surgical procedure that closes transit through a woman’s fallopian tube so she’s no longer fertile. It’s…

O’Sullivan’s test is designed to determine the state of a pregnant woman’s blood glucose. In other words, this test is…

Are you in the final stage of your pregnancy and also a little anxious and afraid? If so, childbirth preparation…

Labor contractions are the most anticipated symptoms for pregnant women whose delivery date is near. The changes in the body of a woman are sometimes a source of anxiety as the delivery date approaches and during childbirth. There’s no doubt…

Like any other massage, prenatal massage aims for the mind and body relaxation, relieving pain, and making pregnant women feel better. However, are you aware of its benefits? Prenatal massage The only difference between a regular and prenatal massage is…

Listeriosis is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. Although it’s rare in healthy individuals, it can be…

Vaginas have microbiota (flora). Its function is to safeguard you from the germs in your body that lead to infections such as group B strep (GBS), also known by its name in Latin: Streptococcus agalactiae. Streptococcus is usually asymptomatic, so…

Exercise during pregnancy benefits both mom and baby. In general, doctors recommend that pregnant women stick to low-impact physical activity,…

Knowing how to identify the signs and symptoms of preterm labor is very important. This is because low birth weight can be very dangerous for your baby’s health. In this article, you’ll discover the signs and symptoms you should look…

Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) is a procedure that’s performed before assisted reproduction, also known as artificial fertilization. This is something that’s done when a woman is unable to become pregnant by natural means. In this article, we’ll explain PGD. Also,…

Vaginal tears are a complication that can have serious consequences. However, even in the most difficult cases, with timely and effective care, these injuries can be healed and do not pose any serious complications. Tears are more frequent in deliveries…

If you’re pregnant, it’s naturally important to keep in mind that your life and body will change and, consequently, so will your lifestyle.  On that note, one of the many questions pregnant women have is: Can I exercise during pregnancy?…

Have you told your partner that you’re ready to be a parent? Or do you still hesitate? If you’re unafraid…

If you’re expecting a baby, you’ll need to modify some habits to look after your health as well as your…

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…

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…

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication that can result from hypertension or kidney damage, among other things. It affects 5-8% of…