Healthy weight gain during pregnancy depends upon how much you weighed when you initially got pregnant. By measuring your body mass index or BMI (your height and body fat as it relates to your weight), you can determine where to start when calculating what is the right amount of weight to gain. Not sure about your…
Whenever possible, our goal is to have a safe, vaginal delivery. However, there are times when the health of the mother and/or baby requires a C-section. Our decision to continue with this procedure is based upon deciding the best approach based on each individual situation. Our obstetricians get a lot of questions in our office…
Your first prenatal doctor visit is an important time for us to evaluate your pregnancy so we can start a care plan tailored just for you. We understand that you may have many questions when it comes to prenatal care, and often pregnancy can feel overwhelming. You may not even realize what questions you should ask….
High-risk pregnancies carry their own special set of challenges—and you should never face those challenges alone. We care for women with high-risk pregnancies, working closely with high-risk OBGYN doctors who specialize in maternal fetal medicine. We consult with these doctors through the UNC or Duke health care system and work with them to co-manage these…
Ultrasounds provide an amazing and in-depth look at your developing baby. However, 3D ultrasounds take this a step further, enabling you to “see” your baby’s face for the first time. We’re proud to offer both 3D/4D ultrasounds. We’ll explain the difference between these vs “regular” ultrasounds and when is the best time to have one….
Exercise has incredible benefits, reducing your risk for diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. But just because you’re expecting doesn’t mean you have to stop. Exercise is also great for baby as well, and a moderate workout can be a good option during pregnancy, provided you follow some basic guidelines to keep you and…
It’s an exciting time. If this is your first pregnancy, we know you may have questions about your developing baby. We welcome your questions, and we pledge that we will always take time to address any of your cares and concerns. We’ll take you on a brief guide of your pregnancy month to month to give…
You know that your body is going through incredible changes during pregnancy. To accommodate the growing fetus, your circulatory system also makes adjustments to ensure your baby gets what is needed for optimum development. This can lead to changes in your blood pressure during pregnancy. We’ll take a closer look at what you need to…
Being sick is difficult for anyone, but when you’re pregnant and sick, it presents a whole new series of challenges. Roughly 70 percent of pregnant women experience some type of morning sickness which makes it hard to complete tasks of everyday life. Morning sickness doesn’t necessarily occur in the morning; it can be experienced at any…
Labor and delivery is full of important choices and decisions. One of the important decisions is whether or not you should bank your baby’s cord blood. This type of blood contains stem cells that are vital in helping combat certain serious diseases. What Is Cord Blood? This is the baby’s blood that is found in…
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