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I love creating a safe space in the birthing room, empowering my LGBTQ+ clients and advocating for them during the birth process.

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Here's what you need to know about the new warning against nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after 20 weeks of pregnancy

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The pandemic has dramatically changed the pregnancy experience and the U.S. may have 500,000 fewer births as a result.

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As you talk to your doctor about your reproductive health and other factors we typically associate with pregnancy, you should also pay close attention to your heart.

Vaccines During and After Pregnancy

A pregnant woman should get vaccinated against whooping cough and flu during each pregnancy to protect herself and her baby, with immunity for the first few months of life.

Vaccines Before Pregnancy

Before you become pregnant, learn how to protect yourself and your child from serious diseases. Talk to your healthcare professional to make sure you're up to date on all your vaccines.

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About two-thirds of pregnant women in the United States don't get vaccinated against both flu and whooping cough, putting them and their newborns at risk.

I didn't realize that getting and staying pregnant would prove the most frightening experience of my life

Having gestational diabetes increases health risks for you and your baby. Here's what you need to know.

I love creating a safe space in the birthing room, empowering my LGBTQ+ clients and advocating for them during the birth process.

Here's what you need to know about the new warning against nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after 20 weeks of pregnancy

The pandemic has dramatically changed the pregnancy experience and the U.S. may have 500,000 fewer births as a result.

As you talk to your doctor about your reproductive health and other factors we typically associate with pregnancy, you should also pay close attention to your heart.

A pregnant woman should get vaccinated against whooping cough and flu during each pregnancy to protect herself and her baby, with immunity for the first few months of life.

Before you become pregnant, learn how to protect yourself and your child from serious diseases. Talk to your healthcare professional to make sure you're up to date on all your vaccines.

A baby's family members and caregivers should be up to date on their vaccinations to help form a circle of disease protection around the baby.

Only you can give your baby protection against whooping cough before your little one is even born.

Did you know a baby gets disease immunity (protection) from mom during pregnancy?

Remember that many crucial steps in protecting your baby's health need to take place during your pregnancy, like taking your prenatal vitamins, eating healthy and making sure you get necessary vaccines.

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