If you took an at-home pregnancy test and it came back positive, you may be going through a roller coaster of emotions. It is natural to also think about what your next step should be in order to take care of yourself and the growing baby inside you. University OBGYN Associates, serving Syracuse and the
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What Is Considered a High-Risk Pregnancy?
A majority of pregnancies go smoothly and without complications, but sometimes women experience what is referred to as a high-risk pregnancy. A pregnancy is considered high-risk when there is an increased risk of health problems that could affect the mother and/or her baby before, during, or after delivery. Sometimes a woman has a high-risk pregnancy if she
Read MoreWhat Is Early Prenatal Care?
Consulting with your doctor and getting checked while you are pregnant is vital to keeping you and your baby safe and in good health. Prenatal care is the healthcare you receive while you are pregnant. Early prenatal care refers to prenatal care that begins very early on in the pregnancy. Importance of Early Prenatal Care
Read MorePrenatal Care for your Baby
Prenatal care is critical for the health of your unborn baby. Regular OB-GYN visits can ensure your little bundle of joy arrives safe, sound, and has every possible advantage when it comes to health. If you’re pregnant, you’ll want to focus on keeping yourself and your baby-to-be as healthy as possible. First Trimester (Weeks 1-13)
Read MoreFive Healthy Snacks for Pregnancy
Navigating the nine months of pregnancy, a mother-to-be is a superhero. Not only is her body creating another life, but she is striving to be healthy for two! Despite the stress, aches, pains, and cravings that accompany pregnancy, these wonder women might feel that it’s ok to eat whatever makes them happy. However, that happiness
Read MorePregnancy Timeline: What to Expect?
Looking down at the pregnancy test and seeing a positive symbol on the stick is a moment of revelation, the realization that you are about to embark on the journey of a lifetime, with parenthood the final destination. When you first become pregnant, a million things can go through your mind, and suddenly you have
Read MoreWhat to Do After You Get a Positive Pregnancy Test?
When your period is late, the first thing you might think is, “Could I be pregnant?” To be sure, you go to your local drugstore to purchase a couple of at home pregnancy tests. After urinating on the pregnancy stick, you wait a few minutes, and sure enough, multiple tests show positive, meaning that you
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