by Hannah
Patreece* was very frightened when she came to Women’s Center-East. She had just taken a pregnancy test at home and it was positive. She wasn’t completely healed from the birth of her daughter several months earlier. It had been a difficult birth and the doctor had told her to wait 3 years before getting pregnant again. Patreece confided, “My scar is still swollen on the inside and my husband is afraid I could die. Our two young daughters need a mother.” [click to continue…]
by Hannah
For most women, their new diet begins after they have found out they are pregnant. They begin focusing on what they are eating or drinking. They may cut out caffeine or have to quit smoking abruptly.
However, for some women, they may begin to plan for a pregnancy before it actually occurs. If you have made the decision to get pregnant, the first thing you should do is schedule an appointment with your doctor. He will be able to discuss any changes that you need to make before conceiving. You may need to gain or lose a few pounds. Your doctor will be able to put you on a diet and exercise plan. [click to continue…]