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 | Mar 10, 2016 | Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Procedures, Q&A
A molar pregnancy is also called gestational trophoblastic disease, or a hydatiform mole. It is a rare condition where a fertilized egg degenerates into a growth of abnormal placental tissue. The incidence of molar pregnancy is 1 in 1500-2000 pregnancies. Symptoms and...
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...
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...
