Postpartum Care After Cesarean Delivery Here is the information about how to care for yourself from the time you deliver your baby to up to 6–12 weeks after delivery (postpartum period). Your health care provider may also give you more specific instructions. If you have problems or questions, contact your health care provider. Follow these …
Postpartum Baby Blues The postpartum period begins right after the birth of a baby. During this time, there is often a lot of joy and excitement. It is also a time of many changes in the life of the parents. No matter how many times a mother gives birth, each child brings new challenges to …
How to plan for Safe Pregnancy With HIV HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a permanent, or chronic, viral infection. HIV kills white blood cells called CD4 cells. These cells help to control your body’s defense system (immune system) and fight off infection. If you do not have enough CD4 cells, you can develop infections, cancers, …
Placental Abruption Placental abruption is a condition in which the placenta partly or completely separates from the uterus before the baby is born. The placenta is the organ that nourishes the unborn baby (fetus). The baby gets his or her blood supply and nutrients through the placenta. It is the baby’s life support system. The …
Placenta Previa Placenta previa is a condition in which the placenta implants in the lower part of the uterus in pregnant women. The placenta either partially or completely covers the opening to the cervix. This is a problem because the baby must pass through the cervix during delivery. There are three types of placenta previa: …
Pain Relief During Labor and Birth Many things can cause pain during labor and Birth, including: Pressure on bones and ligaments due to the baby moving through the pelvis. Stretching of tissues due to the baby moving through the birth canal. Muscle tension due to anxiety or nervousness. The uterus tightening (contracting) and relaxing to help move …
Is pregnancy risky if I have lupus ? Lupus during Pregnancy If you have a type of lupus called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and you are thinking about getting pregnant, you may worry about how it will affect you and your baby. Most women who have SLE can have normal pregnancies and healthy babies. However, it …