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Your Pregnancy Week By Week

Judith Schuler

Let an American OB/GYN guide you on your pregnancy journey. Co-authored by a physician, we look at pregnancy the same way medical professionals do–weekly. We cover everything–from before conception to baby’s birth–in weekly discussions packed with lots of information. Pregnancy is an exciting time, and there’s much to learn about it. We hope we can provide you with the information you seek to help you have a happy, healthy pregnancy. Every episode is available now, so no matter what week you are in pregnancy, we have an episode for you!

How do I handle my baby’s cold?

It can be hard to deal with baby when she has a cold. Understand steps you can take to help baby feel better, how to treat it and when to call the doctor. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

May 25

5 min

Gestational diabetes–you only get it during pregnancy.

Diabetes developed only during pregnancy is called gestational diabetes. Find out about risk factors, symptoms and treatments. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

May 18

6 min

Cystic fibrosis screening before and during pregnancy

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder causing digestive and breathing problems. Learn about testing before or during pregnancy, diagnosis and treatment for a baby born with CF. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

May 11

6 min

What is an ectopic pregnancy?

In an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg implants and grows in the Fallopian tube, not the uterus. The pregnancy not viable. Find out the symptoms of this type of pregnancy, and learn about treatment. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

May 4

6 min

How to help your fur baby accept your new baby.

A pet needs to be prepared for baby’s arrival. An animal is sensitive to a routine, so making changes before baby is born may be easier on your pet. Discover steps to take to help your pet accept your baby more easily. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Apr 27

6 min

Producing breast milk is an important job.

Lactation begins before baby’s birth. After baby is born, milk production escalates. Learn the facts about how your breasts produce milk, what can affect milk production and how important it is for you to stay healthy. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Apr 20

5 min

Is sex safe during pregnancy?

Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy? Can sex harm the baby? Frequent sexual activity shouldn’t hurt a healthy pregnancy. Learn the facts, and find out when you should consult your doctor. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Apr 13

6 min

Baby can suffer from allergies.

Like an adult, a baby can have allergies, which is a sensitivity to a substance that doesn’t usually cause a reaction. Learn how to deal with baby’s allergies and various techniques and treatment to help ease baby’s discomfort. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Apr 6

6 min

Do you know where you spend your money?

Having a baby means lots of new expenses; you may need to economize. Knowing where you spend your money can help curb expenses. We provide tips to evaluate your spending and create a budget you can live with. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Mar 30

5 min

Do you need a flexible spending plan?

A flexible spending account is an account set up through your employer to allow you to set aside part of your income to pay for qualifying expenses. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Mar 23

6 min