At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN's office full of anxiety. "They took my blood pressure, and it was ...

You’ll see your doctor 3-4 times during the second trimester. This is when the anatomy scan, genetic testing, and diabetes screening happens. Your doctor will also measure the baby's growth, your ...

Prenatal care is a right, not a privilege. Whether you’re uninsured, underinsured, or undocumented, you may have ways to access perinatal, pregnancy, and postpartum services at a reduced cost.

Question: I have a pragmatic consideration for pregnant women who expect their husbands to come to every medical appointment. Assuming he has a regular job, it is probably not a good idea for him to ...

A pregnancy test can tell you that you're expecting as early as 4 weeks, but most doctors won't see you for another month. Many women want care... Q: I just found out I'm pregnant. According to my ...

The first time Pat O’Brien attended a pregnancy-related appointment with his wife was the day they walked into Northwestern Memorial Hospital for the birth of their first child. Like many couples last ...

Yes. Seeing the dentist every six months during pregnancy is important so you can keep your mouth clean and (fingers crossed) cavity-free. Go to your regular twice-a-year appointments, and if your ...