Pregnancy

About four million women will give birth in the U.S. this year. Pregnancy and its attendant hormonal changes have varying effects on moms-to-be and their mental health. And a wave of research on the importance of the fetal environment shows its long term impact on physical and psychological development.

Recent Posts on Pregnancy

Pregnancy stress more damaging than previously known.	When do you let an intended mate know you are fertility-challenged?	Excellent and specialized care for maternal depression can speed recovery.	Why did friends respond to my joyful announcement with gloom?
The best recommendaions you can make for a pregnant patient maybe not discussed	A postpartum balancing act.	Preparing myself to give birth by facing my biggest fear.	Caffeine intake while nursing and babies' sleep
Our society flaunts sex yet points fingers over unintended consequences.	Does eating a placenta prevent postpartum depression?	Put down the book; pick up the phone.	Women are typically the ones to take action when conception is slow to happen.

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