What happens when you get back a positive test, but have to wait weeks to get in for your first doctor’s appointment? This can add stress to an already uncertain time. And on top of that, you know that stress isn’t good for your baby! So what do you do? You start exactly where this …
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You have just taken a pregnancy test, and it is positive. Whether this is good news to you or it is completely unexpected, one of the first things you should do is ensure that the pregnancy is viable. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a non-viable pregnancy can be defined as “a …
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An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the pregnancy takes place on the outside of the uterus or womb. Often in these cases, the pregnancy can happen in the fallopian tube, but can occasionally attach to either an ovary or some other pelvic organ. Anytime a pregnancy occurs outside of the uterus, it can be a dangerous …
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Spotting is a common concern for pregnant women. If you fall into this category, you are not alone… 20-25% of women report spotting during their first trimester. Before you worry, here are some things to consider. Spotting vs bleeding?It is important to understand the difference between spotting and bleeding. Spotting is a slight amount of blood that …
There is nothing more beautiful, exciting and exhausting as a newborn! But with this exceptional miracle of new life can sometimes come frustration – especially when it comes to breast feeding. First, know that you are not alone! Many women need a little additional help to get this ball rolling. So we asked a Maternity …
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I have anorexia and pregnancy terrifies me. It was only about a month ago that I had the sucker-punch realization that my period was three weeks late. This may sound odd to many women, how could you not notice that it had been that long since your last cycle? However, for me it’s rather normal. …
I’ve had the baby, now what? The postpartum period after having a baby is an exciting and exhausting part of life. There are so many changes, both physically and emotionally, that are happening to you and your body. So how do you take care of yourself? Vaginal Birth If you’ve had a vaginal birth, you …
Information and statistics on postpartum depression are taken from UpToDate, an evidence based medical database for health professionals. The following article was written by a medial student who volunteers their time at Advice & Aid. What, exactly, is Postpartum Depression? Postpartum depression, according to the World Health Organization, is defined as depression occurring up to …
Spring Break – that well deserved time off from school, when the temps change and you head out for some fun! This is pretty much the best thing to happen during the entire Spring Semester. It gives you a whole week to hang out with your friends. This is the chance to catch up with …
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Every day, we receive calls here at Advice & Aid from women who feel lost, desperate and hopeless. They are reaching out to us, not always expecting us to have the perfect answer for them, but simply needing to know that there is someone on the other end of the line who will listen. Often, …
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