What causes high blood pressure during pregnancy? What problems can it cause for the baby or me?

Between five and eight percent of women get high blood pressure during their pregnancies. The medical term for high blood pressure is hypertension. High blood pressure during pregnancy has several names: it is known as Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension (PIH), gestational... Read More »

What is Group Beta Strep? What does it mean if I am positive?

There is a common bacteria (germ) that lies dormant in nearly 30% of women’s vaginas and rectums. It is called Group Beta Strep (GBS) or “Beta Strep.” It is just one of many different types... 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 »

Why do I feel tired and nauseated?

When the fertilized egg attaches (implants) inside the uterus, the placenta immediately starts growing. This tiny placenta starts making a pregnancy hormone called human chorionic gonadatrophin (HCG). This hormone goes into your bloodstream and gradually... Read More »