Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a very important time in a woman's life as she begins to grow a child in her uterus. This topic covers things necessary to know while pregnant.

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ASK: What is the difference between a CPM and CNM Midwife- Does it matter which credentials my midwife has?

ASK: What are some ways to help lower back pain and sciatica during pregnancy?

ASK: How does acupuncture help in my first trimester of my pregnancy?

ASK: I’m scared and I’m pregnant how can a midwife help?

ASK: What is one of the best things I can do to prepare for my labor and childbirth of my baby?

ASK: How can i give my baby the best possible immune system?

ASK: How does the uterus work while in labor?

ASK: What does the umbilical cord do?

ASK: I’m in my second trimester and I’m feeling crampy. Is this normal?

Pregnancy Dr. Susan Lanni, MD

Cramping in the Second Trimester "So, here you are. You are approaching your twentieth week of pregnancy and you think things are going well. And...

ASK: What does it mean my “baby dropped” or my provider talking about “stations”?

Pregnancy Margie Wallis, CPM

When Does "Baby Dropped" Happen? "One of the things that people say about moms is,...

ASK: I’m on a prescription medication. Is it safe to continue taking it...

Pregnancy Dr. Susan Lanni, MD

ASK: How far into my pregnancy can I travel?

Pregnancy Briana Bloembergen, MSN, CNM

Travel in Pregnancy "Travel in the pregnancy can be fun and exciting, but there are some precautions that you do need to take. Travel up...

ASK: What are the physical changes that happen in my body during the first...

Pregnancy Christine Stothers, CPM

Physical Changes During The First Trimester “During the first trimester, there are several big physiological changes that are happening. It is very confusing for people...

ASK: What herbs are safe to take while pregnant?

Pregnancy Mechell Turner, IBCLC (Ret)

Herbs in Pregnancy “It particularly depends on you. It also depends on the herbs. Herbs are regulated and, unfortunately, most people think they are not....

ASK: What is the difference between a CPM and CNM Midwife- Does it matter...

Pregnancy Cindi Jenkins Wylie, CNM

Difference Between a (Certified Professional Midwife) CPM and a CNM (Certified Nurse Midwife) "CPM stands for Certified Professional Midwife. CPM's are certified by the North...

ASK: What should I be looking for when choosing a birth center to deliver...

Birth Center Care Sandi Blankenship, Midwife

Choosing a Birth Center "When you're looking for a birth center to deliver your baby in, I would think some of the most important factors...

ASK: How can massage therapy and chiropractic care work together during my pregnancy?

Pregnancy Melissa Merritt, LMT

Massage Therapy and Chiropractic Care Work Together During Pregnancy “Chiropractic (care) is addressing a lot of the structure and the nerves. If you have muscles...

ASK: What is a doula?

Pregnancy Sonia Bond, Doula

ANSWER: "A doula is generally a woman who has been professionally trained to support women and their partners through the pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum experience."

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