Is it a cold? The flu? Or is it COVID-19? Either way, it is miserable. It is Friday afternoon. You are pregnant, or actively planning, and you wake up with a scratchy throat, pressure in your nose and forehead, and runny nose. You think you have a cold… or is it the flu or COVID-19? You have left a message with your healthcare provider to ask them about what to do and what medication you can take. You are worried about taking the wrong medication. As the hours pass, you think it is unlikely …
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Every person wants to know what’s best for their baby, especially when it comes to knowing how to minimize exposure risks. Our relatable stories are packed with practical information from our rotating staff of MotherToBaby expert bloggers. Whatever topic you’re looking for, our blogs will provide you a great foundation to learn more.
How the Tdap Vaccine During Pregnancy Protects Your Baby from Whooping Cough
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the bacteria Bordetella Pertussis. It spreads through droplets in the air when someone coughs or sneezes. For adults, pertussis can feel like a bad cold with a lingering cough. But for babies, especially those under 1 year old, it can be much more serious. If a baby who is not fully vaccinated gets whooping cough, about 1 in 3 will need to be hospitalized. Complications can include: The good …
Managing Tummy Troubles During Pregnancy
Growing a baby is hard work, and it often comes with a side of extra hunger as your body fuels the little one inside. While the idea of “eating for two” is a common myth, changes in hunger levels, digestion, and food tolerance are very real. For example, you might sit down to enjoy a meal you’ve eaten countless times before, only to experience sudden heartburn that just won’t quit. Or you may plan a short outing and unexpectedly find yourself searching for the nearest restroom due to an upset …
That Bites! Rattlesnakes and Pregnancy
At MotherToBaby we receive all kinds of questions about exposures during pregnancy. Most often, we teratogen information specialists get similar questions no matter what state or part of the country we work in. Commonly asked questions cover topics like medications, supplements, and alcohol. We also get questions about less common exposures too, such as someone taking their pet’s medication or a chemical spill in the workplace. Working in Arizona, we sometimes get questions that specialists in …
Eating Disorders in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Why ‘Eating Healthy’ Isn’t Always Easy
At some point, most of us have been told to “eat healthy.” Sounds simple enough, right? But what that means can look different from person to person. For some, it’s about cutting back on junk food and adding more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. For others, it might mean watching sodium intake, choosing foods that support heart health, or managing cholesterol levels. No matter your health history, eating well is something we’re all encouraged to do, especially during pregnancy and while …
