First Prenatal Doctor’s Visit

Pregnancy Health

Question: I just took a home pregnancy test and it came back positive. When should I call my doctor to schedule the first visit? Answer: Don’t put off setting up your first appointment, because getting good prenatal care is one of the best ways to have a healthy baby....

Problems Peeing at Night

Pregnancy Health

Question: The last couple of nights I’ve had trouble peeing, even though my bladder seems very full. What’s up with that? Answer: It sounds like you have a stubbornly slanted uterus, and it’s now pressing on your urethra, the tube that goes from the bladder. The force...

Is There Such a Thing as Too Many Vitamins?

Pregnancy Health

Question: A lot of the cereals and breads I eat are enriched with vitamins. If I’m also taking a prenatal supplement, will I be taking in too many vitamins? Answer: Taking a prenatal vitamin along with the average diet (which includes lots of enriched and fortified...

Plan-Ahead Pain Relief for Labor

Pregnancy Health

Question: “At my hospital, they let you sign up ahead of time for an epidural. It seems like everyone’s doing it! I’m tempted, too, so I won’t have to go through all that pain. Is there any reason not to get an epidural?” Answer: Giving birth without pain relief,...