What You Should Know About Antenatal Screening: Part 2
It is important to remember that the NIPT/cffDNA is a form of antenatal serum screening. Although it does not replace the quad or combined screening, NIPT/cffDNA does perform better at detecting Down syndrome, Trisomy 18 and 13 when compared to traditional antenatal serum screening.
What You Should Know About Antenatal Screening: Part 1
The combination of maternal blood testing, obtaining a family history and fetal ultrasound is considered antenatal screening, or screening that is done during pregnancy.
The Average New Mom Is Older Than Ever
Women are starting families later. But the main force behind the trend is a dramatic drop in births to teens. That drove up the average age at which women give birth to their first child to 26.3 years in 2014, from 24.9 years in 2000, according to data released Thursday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Is It Easier To Give Birth If You Work Out? An OB-GYN Explains
It is no secret that the health benefits of routine physical exercise are many. Working out improves your mental health, helps with weight control, boosts your energy levels, improves sleep, and can prevent the onset of many medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
The Terrifying Reason All Pregnant Women Should Get Tested for STIs
It seems kind of weird that you’d get tested for sexually-transmitted infections (STIs) when you’re pregnant, but that’s exactly what doctors are recommending now. Why? Certain STIs can be transferred to the baby if they’re left untreated—and can have serious repercussions.
