Category: OB Resources

Nothing quite thrusts you in the realities of pregnancy as quick as morning sickness does. Just after the excitement of seeing a positive pregnancy test comes the discomfort of morning sickness.  What is Morning Sickness?  Morning sickness, which is nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, affects the majority of women. Around 50% of women experience vomiting, and 70% of women experience nausea.1 (And some

Medical marijuana may be legal here in Minnesota, but that doesn’t mean it is safe for your pregnancy. Historically, pregnant women have been advised to abstain from all recreational drug use, tobacco use, and alcohol use, and that is still true today.  Increasingly, more women are inquiring about the use of medical marijuana and CBD (cannabidiol) oil during pregnancy. CBD oil, the

For all women, the birth of their baby is the beginning of an exciting and challenging journey into motherhood. Too often new moms may forget that they are still in both physical and emotional recovery from the pregnancy and delivery. These first 6-8 weeks are now being recognized as the “fourth trimester”. Providing support postpartum

Having a miscarriage can be a very difficult and emotional time. Many women have experienced these losses as up to 20% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. It is important to spend time with you health care provider discussing your miscarriage. We are there to be emotionally supportive, answer all your questions, provide information and

Your baby is finally on the way and it’s time to get to the hospital. Did you pack your overnight bag? Here are some helpful hints on packing your bag for the hospital stay and bringing home baby. We recommend packing a bag about two weeks before your due date. For Mom:  Any toiletries that

Delivery of your newborn is one of the greatest events in your life, bringing on a flood of emotions. These emotions can be sadness or anger and you may not know if it’s normal to feel that way. Do you feel sad when you should be happy that you just had a baby? Do you

Endometriosis is a condition that occurs when the type of tissue normally lining the uterus (the endometrium) is found outside the uterus and in places like the ovaries, bowel, bladder and pelvis. Endometriosis affects approximately one in 10 women who are of reproductive age, especially women in their 30s and 40s. Many women with endometriosis

Safe Medications Listing of Safe Medications To Take During Pregnancy Acne Over the Counter OTC preparations Prescription Medications Clindamycin Erythromycin – topical Finacea – avoid in 1st trimester Allergies Over the Counter Benadryl Claritin Flonase Nasonex Nasacort Zyrtec Prescription Medications Sensitization shots Anesthesia Prescription Medications Novocain Antibiotics Prescription Medications Augmentin Erythromycin Keflex Pen V-K Macrodantin Macrobid

When you’re pregnant, 80 degrees can feel like 90 because pregnant women already have some natural heat intolerance. Pregnant women are also more susceptible to dehydration because their bodies demand more water, so if you’re expecting, take care of yourself and pregnancy health this summer by following these tips for cooling you and your baby