Exercise, Pregnancy, and Preterm Birth: What Advice Can We Give?
A systematic review of studies that looked at physical activity in pregnancy and risk for preterm delivery provides some answers. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Postpartum blood clots and bleeding: What to expect
After giving birth, it is normal for a woman to experience bleeding and to pass some blood clots as the uterus contracts and shrinks. Learn what to expect. …read more
Is it normal to bleed after intercourse?
Bleeding after sex can be a symptom of an underlying health condition. Included is detail on risk factors and information for pregnant people. …read more
What can you do about a groin strain?
A look at groin strains, a muscle injury that has many potential causes. Included is detail on diagnosis and exercises you can do to relieve a strain. …read more
What is the average weight for women?
Find out what the average weights and obesity rates are for women around the world. We also look at how weight can be measured and controlled. …read more
What is a douche?
A look at douches, devices used to wash the inside of the body – primarily the vagina. Included is detail on whether it is necessary and alternatives. …read more
Birth Mode, Infant Microbiota Affect Intergenerational Obesity
Infants born via cesarean delivery to heavy moms were 5 times more likely to be overweight than those born vaginally to normal-weight moms, and twice as likely to have high obesogenic microbe levels. Medscape Medical News …read more
Ten reasons why cramps happen after your period
In this article, we look at common causes of cramps that occur after your period ends. We also look at symptoms, and ways to manage period cramps. …read more
First Documented Case of Transgender Woman Breastfeeding
A transgender woman has fed her infant solely with breast milk for the first 6 weeks, after treatment with domperidone, estradiol, progesterone, and breast pumping. Medscape Medical News …read more
Influenza, Tdap Vaccination in Pregnancy: Safe for Infants
Maternal influenza and Tdap vaccinations during pregnancy do not increase the risk for hospitalization or death among infants agexd 0 to 6 months, a new study showed. Medscape Medical News …read more