Why So Many Miscarriage Words?

Having a miscarriage is hard enough without hearing lots of words that you don’t understand. An emergency room physician (who is not an expert in obstetrics) may say things that are frightening, especially when you... Read More »

What is gestational diabetes? Why is it such a concern?

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) happens when the woman’s pancreas does not work as well during pregnancy. The pregnancy hormones from the placenta stress the pancreas, making it nearly impossible to keep the mother’s blood sugars... Read More »

What conditions make my pregnancy “high risk”?

Most pregnancies are normal “low risk” experiences for the mother and her baby. Throughout pregnancy, things may happen that move the pregnancy into a high-risk category.  The Pregnancy Power Workbook lists the pregnancy and gynecology... Read More »