Pregnancy

The Babies After 35 Follower List of Suggested Healthcare Providers!

The Babies After 35 Follower List of Suggested Healthcare Providers!

Check out this Google sheet of for names of obstetric and gynecologic care providers who provide excellent care as submitted by Babies After 35 Instagram followers!

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Updated Resources on Folate, Folic Acid, Neural Tube Defects and MTHFR Gene Variants in TTC and Pregnancy

Updated Resources on Folate, Folic Acid, Neural Tube Defects and MTHFR Gene Variants in TTC and Pregnancy

I have created a Google document with updated info on folate, folic acid, neural tube defects and MTHFR gene variants in TTC and pregnancy. This document contains numerous resources and links to scientific articles for your review!

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Updated Resources on COVID Vaccination and Infection in Pregnancy

Updated Resources on COVID Vaccination and Infection in Pregnancy

I have put together a comprehensive document with the latest info on COVID infection and vaccination in pregnancy. Get your questions answered from medical organizations and scientific articles!

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Truths about the Designer Prenatal Vitamin

Truths about the Designer Prenatal Vitamin

As designer prenatal vitamins have popped onto the market, a public health problem has been growing. They are leaving out a critical component- folic acid- and this leaves those who are TTC or pregnant at risk for having babies with neural tube defects (NTDs). Learn more!

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Learn About Cerclage Placement Due to Cervical Insufficiency

Learn About Cerclage Placement Due to Cervical Insufficiency

If you have experienced preterm birth or pregnancy loss due to cervical insufficiency, this is an important topic to understand to help support conversations between you and your healthcare provider. Learn more!

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Prenatal Genetic Testing for Fetal Chromosomal Differences: What is the Right Test for You?

Prenatal Genetic Testing for Fetal Chromosomal Differences: What is the Right Test for You?

I know OBGYN appointments can sometimes be overwhelming or too short on time to get all of your questions answered. The topic of prenatal testing for fetal chromosomal differences (abnormalities) is one that definitely deserves more discussion. Learn more!

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Thyroid Disease & Pregnancy

Thyroid Disease & Pregnancy

The thyroid is a gland in our bodies that plays a big role in our overall health. There are important considerations for thyroid function during pregnancy. It creates and produces hormones that are needed throughout many systems in the body. Learn more about thyroid disease in pregnancy!

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Recommendations for Exercise in Pregnancy

Recommendations for Exercise in Pregnancy

There is no question that getting adequate physical activity is important to general health and well-being, but what when you are pregnant? Many people question what is OK and what isn’t and if there are any risks. Find out here!

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Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy

Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy

There is often great excitement when being newly pregnant. However, a common and very unpleasant side effect of pregnancy is nausea and vomiting. Learn more about nausea and vomiting of pregnancy and hyperemesis gravidarum!

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Facts About Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy

Facts About Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy

While some itching is common in pregnancy, if it becomes excessive, the itching can be a symptom of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP). Learn more about ICP and how it can affect your pregnancy!

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Mental Health Awareness Resources

Mental Health Awareness Resources

It's important to discuss how treatment of mental health conditions should continue or begin for a pregnant or postpartum person. Today, I want to share with you some of the best resources to help you make the right decisions for you!

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Understanding CMV (Cytomegalovirus)

Understanding CMV (Cytomegalovirus)

CMV is the most common congenital infection, occurring in 0.5-1.3% of all births. That equates about one out of every 200 babies or 40K babies a year in the U.S. However, routine screening during pregnancy is not recommended. Learn more!

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Pregnancy Over 40

Pregnancy Over 40

It's no secret that pregnancy rates are increasing in persons over age 40. People are putting things such as education, career advancement, and training before family building plans- myself included! In this blog, I discuss all things TTC and pregnancy over age 40!

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What Everyone Should Know About Stillbirth

What Everyone Should Know About Stillbirth

Understanding your risk level and working closely with your healthcare provider can help keep you and baby safe. If you have experienced pregnancy loss or stillbirth, counseling and therapy can be extremely beneficial to help you work through the grief.

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Testing for Gestational Diabetes

Testing for Gestational Diabetes

If you are pregnant or are trying to conceive, one important test to be prepared for is the glucose tolerance test (GTT or glucola). This test screens for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), a condition in which carbohydrate intolerance develops during pregnancy.

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Psychiatric Medications in Pregnancy

Psychiatric Medications in Pregnancy

It is still difficult to find evidence-based information on the management of mental health disorders in pregnancy. Having an obstetrical care provider who is knowledgeable about management of mental health disorders in pregnancy, as well as the medications needed to treat the individual, is crucial.

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Heart Health in Pregnancy

Heart Health in Pregnancy

We often think of pregnancy as being something solely taken care of and overseen by an obstetrician and possibly a primary care physician, but in this conversation with cardiologist, Dr. Rachel M. Bond, we discuss how having a cardiologist is also an integral part of the care team for some pregnant individuals.

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COVID Infection and Vaccination While TTC and in Pregnancy

COVID Infection and Vaccination While TTC and in Pregnancy

The topic of COVID infection and vaccination can be daunting and stressful for anyone, but for those who are pregnant, TTC or soon to be delivering a baby, there can be a long list of additional questions and concerns. Learn more here!

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Fast Facts on COVID Infection and Vaccination While TTC and During Pregnancy and Lactation!

Fast Facts on COVID Infection and Vaccination While TTC and During Pregnancy and Lactation!

If you are pregnant, planning or trying to conceive, or lactating, then you might have questions about how COVID infection and vaccination can affect you and your baby. So here are some fast facts from reliable resources!

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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

It is quite common to go to physical therapy for sports injuries, after a surgical procedure, and many other reasons. But there is one type of physical therapy that you might not know much about--pelvic floor physical therapy! Learn more!

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Basics of Prenatal and Postnatal Vitamin Supplementation

Basics of Prenatal and Postnatal Vitamin Supplementation

It shouldn’t be difficult, confusing, or tiring to care for your health when you are pregnant or postpartum. However, with the ever increasing amount of products on the shelves, it is getting to be exactly that--difficult and confusing. Let's discuss!

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Advocating for Yourself During Pregnancy, Delivery and Postpartum

Advocating for Yourself During Pregnancy, Delivery and Postpartum

Today I’m joined by ObGyn Dr. Heather Irobunda to discuss a vital topic- advocating for yourself during pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period! This conversation with Dr. Irobunda is essential to any pregnant person.

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Maternal Mortality, Racial/Ethnic Health Disparities and How to Advocate for Yourself

Maternal Mortality, Racial/Ethnic Health Disparities and How to Advocate for Yourself

As an OBGYN, my goal is to deliver a healthy baby to a healthy patient. However, we know, both in the medical community and as members of society, that healthcare is not equal and equitable for all pregnant persons. This inequality contributes to unnecessary loss of lives each year.

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Botox, Fillers, Skincare, and Other Cosmetic Procedures in Pregnancy and Breast/chestfeeding

Botox, Fillers, Skincare, and Other Cosmetic Procedures in Pregnancy and Breast/chestfeeding

Today, we’re talking all about facials, botox, fillers and more during pregnancy and the postpartum period. I teamed up with plastic surgeon, Dr. Elise Mecham of Utah Valley Plastic Surgery, to learn more about this topic, plus shop our favorite products!

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Dr. Clark on the Coco Caliente Podcast

Dr. Clark on the Coco Caliente Podcast

I recently did a podcast interview with Nic and Vic of "Coco Caliente" podcast. They discuss their 20-week anatomy ultrasound and give pregnancy updates. I discuss my own journey through pregnancy, and my passion for educating women who are over 35.

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Your Pregnancy And Childbirth After Age 35

Your Pregnancy And Childbirth After Age 35

I recently did an interview the Dr. Aimee of "The Egg Whisperer Show"! We discussed all things pregnancy and childbirth after age 35 and answer some very important questions. An REI and MFM specialist led to some excellent discussion!

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Myths & Realities of Hotly Debated Pregnancy & Birth Topics

Myths & Realities of Hotly Debated Pregnancy & Birth Topics

In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, Deb Flashenberg and I speak about the myths and realities of many pregnancy and birth debated topics. We cover a range of topics from epidurals to putting garlic in your vagina to prevent Group B Strep.

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Babies After 35 with Dr. Shannon Clark

Babies After 35 with Dr. Shannon Clark

Many people are choosing to start their families later in life and are confused and unsure when they learn that after the age of 35 they are considered “advanced maternal age.” Is this something they should be worried about?

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Low Back and Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy

Low Back and Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy

Few will make it through pregnancy without some aches and pains. If you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, this information can help you prevent, and hopefully find some relief from, low back pain and pelvic girdle pain.

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Introducing the New Babies After 35 Website!

Introducing the New Babies After 35 Website!

As it continues to be an unprecedented time we are navigating, I hope this new website is easier to navigate and brings you some empowerment. My goal is to be a source of knowledge, insight, and calmness for you as you navigate journey from TTC through parenthood!

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