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Nutrition|Pregnancy|Prenatal Care

Nutrition|Pregnancy|Prenatal Care

April 6, 2022Womens Health

Causes of Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes occurs when a pregnant woman’s blood sugar levels remain consistently higher than normal. It occurs in about 4% of pregnant women and typically begins later in pregnancy. Once diagnosed, women with gestational diabetes are considered high risk because their babies are often significantly larger than normal, and this can cause difficulties during labor […]

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Nutrition|Pregnancy|Prenatal Care

April 19, 2019Womens Health

5 Facts About Folic Acid

Your pregnancy diet is important for your baby and you! First and foremost, the nutrients you consume throughout your pregnancy are the building blocks of your baby’s in-utero development. Folic acid (a B vitamin) is one of the most important of these “blocks” because we now understand folate is one of the supports healthy neurological […]

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Nutrition|Pregnancy|Prenatal Care

April 7, 2019Womens Health

Preparing for Pregnancy

Are you thinking about having a baby?  If so, you’ve probably got a lot of exciting thoughts running through your mind.  You might be making lists of baby names or picking out colors for the nursery.  You might also be thinking about health changes you’ll make when you’re pregnant.  Pregnancy is a special experience in […]

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Nutrition|Pregnancy|Prenatal Care

February 21, 2018Womens Health

7 Ways to Prevent Birth Defects

Giving birth to a healthy baby is the heart’s desire of any pregnant woman. And, while certain factors are outside of your control, there are things you can do to minimize the chance of having a baby with birth defects. Some of them require pre-planning, others should commence the minute you find out you’re pregnant. […]

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