Pregnancy

95% of pregnancies are "normal. " That includes nausea, frequent urination, emotional changes, shortness of breath, and heartburn. What "normal" doesn't include are conditions that may cause complications. Read below to find more detailed information on some of the more common occurrences, (i.e., asthma, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or sickle cell disease) ABO Incompatibility ABO incompatibility results when the fetal blood type is different from the mother's blood type.

Body Changes Aches, pains, and backaches As your uterus expands pains in the back, abdomen, groin area, and thighs often appear. Many women also have backaches and aching near the pelvic bone due the pressure of the baby's head, increased weight, and loosening joints. To ease some of these aches and pains try: Lying down Resting Applying heat If you are worried or the pains do not get better, call your doctor. Breast Changes A woman's breasts increase in size and fullness during pregnancy.

Pregnancy is categorized into three trimesters, and culminates in labor and delivery. Learn about these stages, and what to expect as your pregnancy progresses. 1st Trimester   Whether you have been trying to conceive for a while, or your pregnancy comes as a bit of a surprise - now is the time to plan for the months to come. The first trimester is usually the most difficult for Moms-to-be. Check out the following articles for information on health and hazards during the first trimester.

A hazardous-materials team has determined suspicious power delivered to a pregnancy counseling center in east Wichita is not dangerous. An envelope showed up A Better Choice women's center in the 3000 block of E. Central Wednesday afternoon with the powder inside. Preliminary tests determined it to be a type of sodium bicarbonate, similar to baking soda. Authorities blocked off the area for several hours while crews investigated the scene. Police and the FBI are looking into where the envelope came from.

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, sexual intercourse is safe throughout your pregnancy. For many women, pregnancy increases their sex drive. For others, it has the opposite effect. And almost all women need to try different positions when they start to get large bellies. If you have problems during your pregnancy or have had miscarriages in the past your doctor may suggest you avoid sexual intercourse. Call your doctor if you have any of the following problems during or after sexual intercourse: pain in the vagina or abdomen bleeding from the vagina leaking of fluid from the vagina Source   http://www.

Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy Vaccination against influenza has been shown to be safe in pregnancy. In fact, it is recommended for patients who are at high risk of acquiring influenza in pregnancy - such as women with underlying medical disorders or healthcare providers. How can I tell if I am in labor? Regular uterine contractions and water breaking are signs you are in labor. How do you know when it is not Braxton Hicks and time to go (to the hospital)

When you are pregnant you should not hesitate to call your doctor or midwife if something is bothering or worrying you. Sometimes physical changes can be signs of a problem . Call your doctor or midwife immediately if you: are bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina have sudden or severe swelling in the face, hands, or fingers get severe or long-lasting headaches have discomfort, pain or cramping in the...

This story from the Washington Post about a woman who shares much of her life with friends on Facebook.  Follow her through pregnancy and medical complications: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/special/metro/facebook-story-mothers-joy-familys-sorrow.html

by Dave Roberts (UDALL, Kan.) New parents usually take as many pictures as possible of their children, and the Coopers are no exception. But after a close look at their daughter's very first picture, which they snapped two weeks ago, they noticed something divine. "As soon as I looked at the picture, I knew right away what I saw I saw the face of Jesus. " Jessica Cooper said. "I didn't see the face of my dad or the face of a passed loved one or anything like that. I saw the face of Jesus next to my daughter.

A hazardous-materials team has determined suspicious power delivered to a pregnancy counseling center in east Wichita is not dangerous. An envelope showed up A Better Choice women's center in the 3000 block of E. Central Wednesday afternoon with the powder inside. Preliminary tests determined it to be a type of sodium bicarbonate, similar to baking soda. Authorities blocked off the area for several hours while crews investigated the scene. Police and the FBI are looking into where the envelope came from.

This story from the Washington Post about a woman who shares much of her life with friends on Facebook.  Follow her through pregnancy and medical complications: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/special/metro/facebook-story-mothers-joy-familys-sorrow.html

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, sexual intercourse is safe throughout your pregnancy. For many women, pregnancy increases their sex drive. For others, it has the opposite effect. And almost all women need to try different positions when they start to get large bellies. If you have problems during your pregnancy or have had miscarriages in the past your doctor may suggest you avoid sexual intercourse. Call your doctor if you have any of the following problems during or after sexual intercourse: pain in the vagina or abdomen bleeding from the vagina leaking of fluid from the vagina Source   http://www.

If you're thinking about getting pregnant, or are already pregnant, taking care of your health is more important than ever. Follow these tips for a healthy pregnancy: Get 400 micrograms (or 0.4 mg) of folic acid daily. Eat foods fortified with folic acid, take a multivitamin, or take a folic acid pill to get your daily dose. Taking folic acid in a pill is the best way to be sure you're getting enough. Including 0.4 mg of folic acid (or folate) in your diet before you get pregnant and in the first three months of pregnancy can help prevent some birth defects.

When you are pregnant you should not hesitate to call your doctor or midwife if something is bothering or worrying you. Sometimes physical changes can be signs of a problem . Call your doctor or midwife immediately if you: are bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina have sudden or severe swelling in the face, hands, or fingers get severe or long-lasting headaches have discomfort, pain or cramping in the...

Body Changes Aches, pains, and backaches As your uterus expands pains in the back, abdomen, groin area, and thighs often appear. Many women also have backaches and aching near the pelvic bone due the pressure of the baby's head, increased weight, and loosening joints. To ease some of these aches and pains try: Lying down Resting Applying heat If you are worried or the pains do not get better, call your doctor. Breast Changes A woman's breasts increase in size and fullness during pregnancy.

by Dave Roberts (UDALL, Kan.) New parents usually take as many pictures as possible of their children, and the Coopers are no exception. But after a close look at their daughter's very first picture, which they snapped two weeks ago, they noticed something divine. "As soon as I looked at the picture, I knew right away what I saw I saw the face of Jesus. " Jessica Cooper said. "I didn't see the face of my dad or the face of a passed loved one or anything like that. I saw the face of Jesus next to my daughter.

Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy Vaccination against influenza has been shown to be safe in pregnancy. In fact, it is recommended for patients who are at high risk of acquiring influenza in pregnancy - such as women with underlying medical disorders or healthcare providers. How can I tell if I am in labor? Regular uterine contractions and water breaking are signs you are in labor. How do you know when it is not Braxton Hicks and time to go (to the hospital)

Some medical conditions only arise during pregnancy. Some occur anyway, but pregnancy adds a new twist. Read here to find information on gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, headaches, and other problems that can occur - and how to deal with them. Cerclage Cerclage is the placement of a stitch around the opening of the cervix. This obstetrical procedure is used to prevent spontaneous abortion in a woman who has an incompetent cervix. The stitch is made with non-absorbable material, and is removed when the pregnancy is at full term to allow labor to begin.