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Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time of joy, anxiety, wonder and change. Learn more about what you can expect as your baby grows and your body changes.

Prenatal Basic Exercises

Exercising during pregnancy can help you increase your energy level.

Prenatal Trimester Checklist

Review this checklist to make sure you’re on track for each trimester.

Do’s and Don’ts During Pregnancy

Check this list of do’s and don’ts for what to do or avoid during pregnancy.

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    Ryszard J. Chetkowski

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski, M.D.

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus

    I'm 38 and have been in a relationship for three years. I've been on the pill for 20 years and don't want more kids, but I don't like the melasma side effect of birth control pills. I've considered an IUD but know someone whose device migrated. Options?

    If your major goal, in addition to reliable contraception, is to reduce the menstrual flow and frequency of periods, then a Mirena IUD, which secretes progesterone-like hormone locally in the uterine cavity wit... continue reading  about  I'm 38 and have been in a relationship for three years. I've been on the pill for 20 years and don't want more kids, but I don't like the melasma side effect of birth control pills. I've considered an IUD but know someone whose device migrated. Options?

    Robert Altman

    Robert Altman, M.D.

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    Do C-section births have increased risks for me and my baby?

    Although a Caesarean (C-section) birth is sometimes the best option for the health of mother and baby, there can be additional risks associated with this major surgical procedure. Any major surgery carries the ... continue reading  about  Do C-section births have increased risks for me and my baby?

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    How can I get relief from morning sickness?

    Morning sickness is one of the most common complaints in pregnancy. Nausea and vomiting can occur at any time of the day, despite its name. It usually resolves after 16 weeks of pregnancy. Here are some tips to... continue reading  about  How can I get relief from morning sickness?

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski, M.D.

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus

    I've heard that you can't get pregnant during your period. Is this just an old wives tale? Should I be concerned about protection during this time?

    You can get pregnant only around the time of ovulation, which for most women with regular 28-day cycles corresponds to days 12-16. So if your period comes at the expected time and is normal in terms of flow, it... continue reading  about  I've heard that you can't get pregnant during your period. Is this just an old wives tale? Should I be concerned about protection during this time?

    Katarina Lanner-Cusin

    Katarina Lanner-Cusin, M.D.

    I am afraid of having a vaginal birth. Can I request a C-section delivery?

    It is normal to be apprehensive about childbirth, whether by vaginal or C-section delivery, especially if you are a first-time mom. A vaginal birth will be supported by nurses and your midwife or your physician... continue reading  about  I am afraid of having a vaginal birth. Can I request a C-section delivery?

    Jill D. Foley

    Jill D. Foley, M.D., FACOG

    Sutter East Bay Medical Group

    I am a new mom, college student and still nursing my daughter. I use a pump but my production keeps going down. I drink herbal teas. What can I do to keep my production from dropping? My daughter is five months old and I hope to nurse for one year.

    First, congratulations on your efforts to continue school and continue trying to feed your baby breast milk! It sounds like you are very busy. As new moms return to work and school, it can be hard to keep up wi... continue reading  about  I am a new mom, college student and still nursing my daughter. I use a pump but my production keeps going down. I drink herbal teas. What can I do to keep my production from dropping? My daughter is five months old and I hope to nurse for one year.

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski, M.D.

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus

    Is a woman undergoing fertility treatments at higher risk of getting cancer than a woman of the same age who has not taken these drugs?

    Most of the studies on the use of fertility drugs have examined hormonally sensitive tumors such as breast, ovarian and uterine malignancies. There does not appear to be any association between fertility drugs ... continue reading  about  Is a woman undergoing fertility treatments at higher risk of getting cancer than a woman of the same age who has not taken these drugs?

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski

    Ryszard J. Chetkowski, M.D.

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus

    What is the success rate for tubal ligation reversal? What options for getting pregnant does a woman have if she's had a tubal ligation?

    If you want to have children after having your tubes "tied," there are two ways to do it. You can have in vitro fertilization (IVF) by getting the eggs from your ovaries, fertilizing them in the laboratory, and... continue reading  about  What is the success rate for tubal ligation reversal? What options for getting pregnant does a woman have if she's had a tubal ligation?

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    With all the advances in fertility treatments, how old is too old for a woman to try to get pregnant?

    There is not a universally accepted single age at which pregnancy is not recommended. Advanced maternal age is traditionally defined as pregnancy at or over the age of 35. Not only does it become harder for wom... continue reading  about  With all the advances in fertility treatments, how old is too old for a woman to try to get pregnant?

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