The summer is quickly drawing to a close and if you are pregnant, it is probably going as fast as yoru pregnancy. In the pregnancy blog, I attempt to cover a range of topics related to conception, pregnancy, birth and the postpartum time with your new baby. The review is a great way to get caught up on past blogs. Follicular ultrasound is used in combination with many infertility medications and treatments. This form of vaginal ultrasound is used to allow your doctor to check the progress of developing follicles in the ovaries. The information is used to adjust medications … Continue reading →

Summer is passing quickly and many families are heading to the beach while there is still time. If mom is pregnant, there may be concerns about spending time out in the heat and sun. The good news is you can still enjoy time on the beach. Read more in Enjoying the Beach, Safely. What is a Short Cervix? Basically, it means your cervix is shorter that what is considered normal, or less than an inch thick. In some cases, it indicates a higher risk of preterm labor. During pregnancy, we are more concerned with what we eat than ever before. … Continue reading →

The summer is passing quickly. I’ve attempted to cover a broad range of topics related to infertility, pregnancy, birth and the post partum time. If you’ve missed recent blogs, you can catch up quickly with the blog review. Couples going through infertility treatments often wonder how many times a procedure should be tried. Both the financial and emotional costs are high, so this is a valid question. Read more in Is it Worth it to Try ART More Than Once? One of the biggest decisions you will make during your pregnancy is whether or not you will return to work. … Continue reading →

Each month in the pregnancy blog, I try to cover topics related to infertility, conception, pregnancy, birth and the post partum period after your baby is born. The blog review is a good place to get caught up on the recent topics covered. Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by low blood sugar and excessive insulin production. It is common during pregnancy. To learn more read Hypoglycemia in Pregnancy. The high price of airplane tickets causes many families to take road trips for vacation. Sitting in the car for long periods of time isn’t always fun, particularly when you are pregnant. … Continue reading →

A variety of subjects have been covered in the Pregnancy Blog this week. From infertility to creating memories of your pregnancy, there is something for everyone. Sit back and catch up with the week in review. Nuchal Translucency Screening is one of the newer diagnostic tests for pregnant women. This screening test will detect an increased risk of certain birth defects. Read more about the procedure and what this test can detect in this blog. As your pregnancy comes to a close, you may find that you are having more frequent and stronger Braxton Hicks contractions. It is common for … Continue reading →

Pregnancy is a busy time. The days pass quickly as you prepare your home for the arrival of your new baby. The pregnancy blog week in review is a great way to catch up on your reading all in one place. Read the synopsis and click on the articles that are relevant or interesting to you. Feel free to leave a comment or suggest topics for future blogs. I’m always open to suggestions. Many couples choose a permanent method of birth control when they feel they are finished having children. For most couples, the decision is a good one and … Continue reading →