Selecting a Doctor and OBGYN
Selecting the right obstetrician can help ensure that you have a healthy, successful pregnancy. Each doctor brings their own unique approach and set of skills, so make sure that you are a good fit with your doctor. There are a variety of ways to find a doctor, such as asking friends for recommendations, especially those who were happy with their pregnancy, as well as working with a certified midwife nurse (CNM) and looking at all of your options. Schedule an initial appointment with the doctors that you are considering, and ensure that your views are aligned on a variety of ...
Insurance Coverage During Pregnancy
Today, there are over 40 million Americans who have no health insurance, and many expectant mothers go into labor without adequate health coverage for themselves or their baby. It's estimated that more than one in ten expectant mothers lacks the necessary insurance coverage for their pregnancy, creating a potential conflict between hospitals and expectant mothers that is best alleviated by mothers ensuring proper health coverage in advance to the process. Estimates suggest that a modern pregnancy at a major hospital can cost above $5,000, not including the postpartum costs such as baby health care and infant needs. Many mothers turn to ...
Top Baby Hospitals
Selecting a world-class hospital for your OBGYN medical professional, as well as your overall health care needs during pregnancy, can help to ensure your physical and emotional comfort throughout the pregnancy process. Our editors reviewed some of the top pregnancy hospitals in the country, with stellar reputations for delivering top maternal care from the very beginning of the process, all the way to labor: Johns Hopkins Hospital A world-class institution, located in Baltimore, Maryland, Johns Hopkins has a dedicated Women's Health Center, where some of the top women's doctors in the country practice and research. State of the art laboratories combine with ...
Popular Baby Names
During pregnancy, you may want to think about potential names for your new baby. Each year a number of popular names emerge as trends, providing interesting ideal on what to name your new child. The editors of Birthing Centers reviewed some of the hot baby names, along with providing some background into their meanings: Aiden From the Irish, meaning "Little Fire", the name is also spelled as "Aidan" as well as "Aaden" in its original form. A popular boys' name, Aiden is a strong name for a baby boy. Liam This name comes from the Irish, meaning "strong willed warrior" and is an emerging ...
The Stages of Pregnancy
The progression of pregnancy from conception to birth is a complex, fascinating process that involves a variety of physical and hormonal changes. By better understanding fetal development and working closely with your medical care professional on the variety of options to best manage your health at each stage, you'll be able to ensure that you and your baby are in ideal health throughout the process. To start, at conception the baby begins as an embryo which will form the core of the baby-to-be. At two months, the baby begins to develop its shape, although its size is quite small. By three ...
Motherhood Fitness
Exercises During Pregnancy
While pregnancy can be a challenge, as it can be exhausting both physically and emotionally, a regular exercise routine can help alleviate much of your stress and discomfort. More importantly, an exercise routine can give you the necessary strength in advance of going into labor. It’s important to recognize that you shouldn’t try to push yourself...
Health
Pregnancy Nutrition
During pregnancy, it’s important to keep in mind that you need to consume nutrients, vitamins and nutrition for two - you will have to pay attention to the components of your diet, as this provides nutrition for your baby as well. While there is no single diet that is ideal during pregnancy, it’s important to focus on getting the following vitamins...
Baby Planning
Selecting a Birth Center
A growing number of expectant mothers are turning to Birthing Centers as an alternative to traditional hospitals. These specialized medical facilities are designed to maximize the comfort of the mother, employing medical professionals and certified nurses to help make your pregnancy as ideal as possible. Many birthing centers have important options that you won’t...
Baby Tips
Visiting Your Doctor
Regular visits to your regular physician and your OBGYN (Obstetrician, Gynecologist) will provide you with the information and tools that are needed to ensure that both you (and your child) remain in ideal health throughout your pregnancy. Prenatal care will be an important source of direct medical care, as well as providing your with important support during...
Mayo Complete Book of Pregnancy
Review by: Baby Editor
As one of the premier sources of medical information in the country, the Mayo Clinic has a stellar reputation for skilled communication of scientific information....
Baby Sponsors
