It can be difficult to know what to expect from labor contractions, especially during a person’s first pregnancy. In this article, we provide a guide to help soon-to-be-parents understand what types of contractions to expect as pregnancy progresses. We also cover how to cope with the pain and when to see a doctor. …read more
Dr Andrew Kaunitz encourages women’s health and cardiology clinicians to team up and prevent heart disease in women by addressing traditional, as well as recently recognized obstetric CVD risk factors. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
A miscarriage, or pregnancy loss, is a different experience for every woman. How long it lasts will depend on whether a woman has an early- or late-stage pregnancy loss, and the number of weeks that they have been pregnant. The emotional effects of a loss will often last longer than the physical process. …read more
It is normal to feel a heaviness or pressure on the vagina or pelvis during pregnancy. The common causes of vaginal or pelvic pressure are different in the early and late trimesters but are not usually cause for concern. In this article, we look at common causes, when to see a doctor, and how to…
A new form of carbetocin that can be stored in wide-ranging conditions is a viable alternative to oxytocin to prevent hemorrhage after childbirth, from which an estimated 70,000 women worldwide die every year. Medscape Medical News …read more
Acne often develops during pregnancy, and many commercially available treatments contain salicylic acid. Is this acid safe to use during pregnancy? Are there any skin care products to avoid? We provide answers. Also, learn why some pregnant people develop acne, and what tips can help with managing it. …read more
Intrauterine devices, known as IUDs, are a popular reversible method of contraception. An IUD may fall out or become displaced. There may be signs, such as shorter strings, or symptoms, including severe cramping. If a woman suspects a partial or complete IUD expulsion, she should see a doctor. Learn more here. …read more
A large, longitudinal study of middle-aged women finds that sitting for 10 hours per day drastically lowers the ability to recover from illness or injury. …read more
Epsom salt is a common home remedy for many ailments. Taking an Epsom salt bath can be an effective and safe way for people to ease aches and pains during pregnancy. However, they must take care not to ingest the Epsom salt or overheat. Here, learn more about the potential benefits of Epsom salt baths…
Although an executive order has ended the practice, the negative health effects of children separated from their parents at the border may be long-lasting. Medscape Reader Polls …read more