Fibroid tumors are common in women, so they are also common in pregnancy. They are benign (noncancerous) tumors of the muscle of the uterus. Noted more often in black women, they tend to increase in size and number as women age, and then shrink during menopause. No one knows what causes fibroid tumors, but they [...]
Below is descriptions of the most frequently used prenatal tests. For more information, remember to ask your physician to explain both benefits and risks in greater detail.
Summer is upon many of us with a vengeance this year. The heat and humidity do take a toll on a breastfeeding dyad. It is hard enough to deal with heat without a warm bundle tucked in your arms. What are some ways we can deal with the heat and still nurture our little one’s [...]
Yeast infections can be triggered by a number of diverse causes. Firstly, if new yeast goes into the vaginal region, it will give you a yeast infection. Also, if there is a higher ratio of existing yeast in the vagina to the bacteria in the vagina, this can also cause a yeast infection. This results [...]