Gynecologists and obstetricians work together to ensure the reproductive health of women throughout their lives, from puberty through menopause and beyond. In most cases, the training is identical and a doctor is certified in both fields, although...
According to the American Pregnancy Association, an obstetrician or OB-GYN is a doctor specially trained to manage prenatal care, labor and the delivery of your baby. In addition to a PHD, this type of doctor also receives special training in the...
Staying healthy during pregnancy is important for both you and your baby. Taking care of yourself, obtaining the proper nutrients and living a healthy lifestyle can decrease the risk of complications and help you feel better during this time. It...
Along with the joys of pregnancy, most women also experience a number of unpleasant physical side effects. One of the most common complaints is digestive discomfort. Your body's increase in the pregnancy hormone progesterone can cause digestion to...
Your Ob/Gyn will be your partner through your pregnancy and the recovery period, so it's important to choose one that you trust. If you are having your first baby, it is especially important to choose an Ob/Gyn who you feel comfortable with, and...
Dehydration can be a major threat to anyone, but it's particularly dangerous for pregnant women. Drinking plenty of fluids can help prevent dehydration and help your body get rid of waste products, promoting the healthy functioning of your body,...
Prenatal vitamins contain vitamins and minerals that are important not only to your health, but also critically important to the health of your developing baby. You ideally start prenatal vitamins three months prior to becoming pregnant, as a...
If you're trying to get pregnant, you probably already know the importance of good nutrition and a healthy weight. After all, your diet at conception and during pregnancy can play a large role in both your health and the development of your unborn...
A doctor who delivers babies is usually licensed as an obstetrician/gynecologist, or Ob/Gyn, a specialty that involves training in pregnancy, birth and the reproductive systems of women. Different obstetricians have different philosophies, with...
If you're pregnant, you may be wondering whether you should consider taking a prenatal vitamin. This is a good discussion to have with your obstetrician, who can advise you based upon your personal health status. For those women looking for a...
Pregnant women visit their obstetricians so the doctor can track the mothers' and baby's health and development. Along with blood tests, urine screens, weight checks and abdominal measurements, the obstetrician listens to the baby's heartbeat. By...
Distress for an unborn baby can mean several things, but most commonly it means a lack of oxygen. This can be caused by a maternal lack of oxygen, a problem with the placenta or umbilical cord, or a problem with the baby. Most women receive...
During a healthy pregnancy, the placenta--an organ that develops within the uterus--provides oxygen and nutrients from the mother to the developing fetus. Placenta previa occurs if the placenta becomes abnormally implanted at the base of the...
Few things are more exciting than following the development of your unborn baby when you have found out you're pregnant. Despite the advanced technology of the 21st century, your baby, beginning as just about the size of a tip on a pen, and...
Finding a doctor with whom you can feel comfortable is especially important for women seeking a midwife or gynecologist. Women often have high expectations for their obstetrician and gynecologist, also called an OB-GYN. Many women prefer a female...
Pregnancy can trigger challenging medical conditions in some women, such as gestational diabetes. According to MayoClinic.com, gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs only during pregnancy, causes abnormalities in the way your body...
If you're pregnant -- or planning to become so -- and are overweight, you may be wondering how to best modify your diet during pregnancy so as to optimize your own health and that of your baby. While you should always discuss pregnancy choices...
You've probably heard that vitamin supplements aren't just safe, but are also a very good idea during pregnancy. However, it's common to wonder whether you should continue taking your prenatal vitamins --- or any other vitamin supplement, for that...
If you're like most pregnant women, you are probably interested in putting together the healthiest diet you can. This is a worthy goal--a healthy diet during pregnancy is important to both you and your unborn baby. Armed with a little information...
A miscarriage is a pregnancy that ends spontaneously prior to 20 weeks gestation. Most miscarriages, however, occur in the first trimester prior to week 13. Between 50 and 70 percent of first-trimester miscarriages are thought to be random events...
In 2005, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) reported the national cesarean birth rate was the highest ever at 29.1 percent, reports the American Pregnancy Association. A c-section is a surgical procedure where an incision is made...
While many women take prenatal vitamins without any difficulty whatsoever, for some women, the vitamins can cause digestive upset. If you've found that your prenatal irritates your stomach, causes gas and bloating or causes you discomfort, you may...
If you were taking diet pills before you became pregnant -- or if you feel like you're gaining weight too rapidly during your pregnancy -- you may wonder whether it is safe to take diet pills while you're pregnant. While some diet pills are...
Herbal remedies are used for many different ailments, but when you are pregnant, you may need to take certain precautions or avoid herbal supplements during your pregnancy. Dandelion root is an herbal supplement that is used and may be safe to...
Exercising while pregnant is certainly beneficial, but you'll quickly learn the difference between safe and comfortable types of exercise and those that might be too high in intensity. Cardiovascular exercises such as walking and swimming are...
Exercise is an important part of any healthy pregnancy, as it contributes to weight management, muscle tone and your ability to regain your pre-pregnancy body. While you should always check with your obstetrician before you engage in any type of...
Twelve weeks into your pregnancy is an exciting time. You are on the cusp of your second trimester, which means that you are less likely to have a miscarriage. In addition, you may have just started showing, so even those you haven't told may...
For many women, pregnancy is a time fraught with discomfort. You may need to go to the bathroom more than you did before you became pregnant, especially in the last trimester when the baby is pressing on your bladder, causing you to wonder if this...
Good nutrition is crucial during pregnancy. The nutrients you get -- or don't get -- impact your baby's development. Because certain nutrients are needed in large amounts during pregnancy -- amounts that may be difficult to obtain via diet alone...
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