Health & Baby Medical Reference

Learn if it’s proven safe to run while pregnant, along with common concerns about it.

Learn more about the health benefits of postpartum sitz baths, such as pain relief, wound healing, and soothing cramps.

Is prune juice safe for babies? Find out if prune juice has health benefits for constipation.

How is congenital hydrocephalus diagnosed? What are the treatment options?

Primrose oil is said to induce labor — is it true? Learn more about taking primrose oil during pregnancy, safety considerations, and any possible risks.

Many women worry about the pain they’ll feel during childbirth. Learn about the different options you have to handle your labor pain.

Is banking your baby's cord blood a good idea?

Pregnant women have more childbirth choices than ever before. How do you decide who’s best to deliver your baby?

Your doctor may suggest that you get a karyotype test, based on the results of a pregnancy screening test. Find out what the test looks for and when it’s done.

Most women don’t know that they have gestational diabetes until they’re given a screening test. Could you have the subtle symptoms of this disease?

An ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilized egg implants itself outside of the uterus. Learn why and how these dangerous pregnancies are treated.

Being able to conceive again and deliver a healthy baby can be a major concern aftger an ectopic pregnancy. Find out about the chances of getting pregnant -- and the risks -- after an ectopic pregnancy.

When you’re pregnant, some pain medicine is better than other types. Find out which drug doctors prefer most and what problems other drugs may cause.

C-sections can be planned or unplanned. Recovering from this major surgery will be easier if you know what to expect.

One in 3 babies born in the U.S. arrives via C-section. Find out what to expect during a planned C-section and an emergency C-section.

If you had a baby via c-section, you may be able to have a vaginal birth the next time around. Learn what makes this a safe choice for some women.

Why Would I Need to Have an Emergency C-Section?

A c-section may be the safest delivery option for you and your baby. But, as with any surgery, there are risks.

A molar pregnancy is a rare complication that happens when tissue inside the uterus becomes a mass or tumor. WebMD explains what the symptoms are and how it’s diagnosed and treated.

Placental abruption is uncommon, but it can put your life and that of your baby in danger. WebMD explains why it happens and what you can do to lower your risk.

Genetic tests can tell you more about your baby’s health. Learn which options might work for you during or before pregnancy.

Learn what placental insufficiency is, including how to detect and treat it.

Thinking of having a baby? Don't wait until after you miss your period to start getting healthy. Here are 11 things NOT to do if you want to get pregnant.

Find out what you need to know about a postpartum hemorrhage after pregnancy, including heavy bleeding, increased heart rate, and more.

Learn what you can expect when you're 41 weeks pregnant, including health risks, how to safely induce labor, and more.

Find out what you need to know about natural birth, including how to know if it’s right for you, important considerations, and more.

If your infant was prescribed Chloramphenicol, here's what to watch out for in case of gray baby syndrome.

Learn what acupressure is, how it works, and how it's used to induce labor.

Meconium is your baby's first poop, and it is different than once they begin to drink breastmilk or formula. Learn more about meconium.

Find out what you need to know about late ovulation, including what causes it, how you can treat it, and more.

Find out what you need to know about being pregnant with triplets.

Postpartum belly wraps are a type of abdominal binding. Learn about the risks and benefits of wearing them, what to expect, and more.

Find out what you need to know about breastfeeding with polycystic ovary syndrome and how you can regulate your milk supply.

Learn if it’s proven safe to be skinny while pregnant, along with potential risks are and what to watch out for.

Learn what to expect during the first period after a miscarriage and how to ease the symptoms.

Postpartum pads are sanitary pads used to absorb the heavy flow of blood after childbirth. Learn about why you need them, what to expect, and more.

Domperidone is a drug that has been prescribed to increase breast milk supply. Learn more about it, if it works, and if it's safe to use.

Velamentous cord insertion is when your baby's umbilical cord is not attached to the placenta in the usual way. Learn more about what causes it and what to expect.

A titled uterus is when the uterus tilts backward at the cervix instead of forward. Learn more about what causes it, why it’s important, and what to expect.

If you notice a lot of hair loss after pregnancy, you may have concerns. Learn about causes of postpartum hair loss, what you can do about it, and more.

A subchorionic hematoma is a blood clot between the amniotic membrane and the uterine wall. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this condition.

A foley bulb is a cervical ripening balloon catheter used to induce labor. Learn when it may be used, what to expect, and more.

Postpartum cardiomyopathy is a type of heart failure that occurs after pregnancy. Learn more about what causes it, what the symptoms are, and how it's treated.

Antibiotics are important for fighting bacterial infections. You may have heard concerns about them during pregnancy. Here’s what you need to know.

Is it safe to use essential oils while pregnant? Learn what essential oils are, how they work, and how they can help while pregnant.

Sciatic nerve pain is common during pregnancy. Learn more about the causes, common symptoms, and ways to alleviate your pain.

Learn whether it’s safe for you and your baby to use mosquito repellent while pregnant, along with some of the most common concerns about it.

Ceviche is a raw seafood dish. You may have heard concerns about eating it while pregnant. Here’s what you need to know.

Learn if it is proven safe to follow a ketogenic diet during pregnancy.

Conjoined twins are twins who are born physically attached to each other. Learn more about what causes this condition, what to expect, and more.