by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Apr 11, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ, Q&A
Eating right during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your baby. The amount of weight gained during pregnancy can affect the immediate and future health of a woman and her infant. Excessive weight gain puts patients at risk for...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Mar 22, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ
Regular exercise is important during pregnancy to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Walking, swimming, bicycle riding, and prenantal exercise classes are all recommended. You may continue normal sports activity, although it is not the time to take up a new sport. The...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Mar 18, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ, Q&A
Diarrhea – If diarrhea occurs, increase your fluids by at least 6 to 8 glasses a day. Avoid milk or milk products until the diarrhea has resolved. Follow the BRATT diet: bananas, rice, applesauce, tea, or toast. If you obtain no relief in 24 hours of the BRATT...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Mar 14, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ
Raw Meat ? Avoid uncooked seafood and undercooked beef or poultry Deli meat ? This is safe if it is toasted or heated to kill bacteria Unpasteurized anything ? cheeses, milk, juices, ciders ? soft cheeses made with pasteurized milk are safe. Smoked seafood ?...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Feb 22, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Pregnancy FAQ
Intercourse can be a normal activity during pregnancy. Unless there is a specific problem with the pregnancy, such as bleeding, or preterm contractions, sexual intercourse is safe during pregnancy. It may be necessary to experiment with position and depth of...
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...
