Let’s Talk About Early Prenatal Testing

Theoretically, the most important reason that prenatal testing exists is to give expectant couples peace of mind. For a lot of couples, this is exactly what it does. But some others feel it can actually add unwanted stress to a time in their life when it is most unwelcome. Still, many others get the full gamut of prenatal testing done simply because it’s available, or because they don’t think that they can or should refuse. The medical culture of our nation can be a huge pressure for moms-to-be. There is also a social pressure to get the tests done, since … Continue reading

When is a Pregnancy High Risk?

If you’ve spent any time reading about pregnancy, you’ve probably come across the term “high risk pregnancy”. You may wonder what makes a pregnancy high risk. A variety of conditions can cause your doctor to classify a pregnancy as high risk. Some are present before you get pregnant, while others develop during the course of the pregnancy. Certain medical conditions, present before pregnancy, make a woman at higher risk of complications. High blood pressure prior to pregnancy is one risk factor that can be serious. This puts the woman at higher risk of pre eclampsia. Other complications associated with high … Continue reading