by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Feb 12, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ
Is Smoking Harmful During Pregnancy? When a woman smokes, blood vessels constrict, reducing the amount of oxygen and nutrients delivered to the baby. In addition, the fetus is exposed to carbon dioxide, tar, and nicotine. Women who smoke during pregnancy have a...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Feb 4, 2016 | Pregnancy FAQ
According to hair styling experts, chemicals used to color hair are not dangerous to use during pregnancy. It is safe to get your hair colored, highlighted or permed in a well-ventilated room. , However, because of the hormonal changes associated with pregnancy, the...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jan 18, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ
Travel by any mode of transportation is considered safe up to the seventh month of pregnancy. If traveling by car, it is advisable to stop every 1 to 2 hours to stretch and move your legs. Eat healthy snacks and take along lots of water to drink in the car. Always use...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jan 12, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ
Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy is always a concern for the expectant mother. There are many causes of vaginal bleeding and often the bleeding will resolve without intervention. Since the bleeding may pose a risk to you or the fetus you should always alert your...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Dec 22, 2015 | Conditions, Gynecology
You’re suffering from heavy menstrual bleeding; your doctor calls it menorrhagia. You don’t really care what it’s called, as long as it can be resolved. Today, an exciting new breakthrough offers you a treatment that is at once quick, simple, safe...
