Genetic Testing and Pregnancy: What You Should Know
Pregnancy is a time of high hopes – and sometimes, high anxiety. Many parents-to-be worry if their babies are at risk of being born with genetic conditions, birth defects, [...]
Protecting Kids at Home: The Safety Gaps Parents Miss
Child-proofing your home is something most parents take seriously. Outlet covers, cabinet latches, locking up medications, and closely supervising bath time are all common and essential steps. However, while [...]
Understanding HPV and Cervical Cancer
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States and across the globe. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirms that nearly [...]
How STDs Affect Pregnancy
Understanding how sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can impact pregnancy is a crucial topic for expectant parents and anyone hoping to conceive. STDs like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and others without visible symptoms [...]
Raiding the Pantry: Healthy Summer Food Swaps for Kids
Summer is here, and with it comes the challenge of balancing work, childcare, and vacation plans. However, there’s one more important item to consider - your child’s nutrition. With [...]
Urinary Incontinence Causes and Treatments
Urinary incontinence – or loss of bladder control – is a common yet often embarrassing problem. The severity can range from leaking small amounts of urine when you cough, sneeze, [...]
Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
You’re about to have a new baby to love, or your bundle of joy is thriving. So why can this time feel unexpectedly difficult? Prenatal depression (depression that occurs [...]
Vaccine Hesitancy: What Parents Need to Know to Protect Their Children
Vaccines are one of the most powerful tools we have to protect children from serious illness. But in recent years, vaccine hesitancy has become more common. Parents may have [...]
A Detailed Guide to Birth Control Methods
By definition, birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. If you’re sexually active and don’t want to become pregnant, you must choose a form of birth control and [...]
PCOS and Its Impact on Fertility
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that has no cure and affects millions of women around the world. The World Health Organization estimates that PCOS affects up [...]