For women with hyperthyroidism who are expecting a baby, pregnancy brings unique considerations for managing thyroid health. Fortunately, with proper care and monitoring, most women with hyperthyroidism can have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies. Let’s explore how pregnancy affects thyroid function, how hyperthyroidism is managed during pregnancy, and what to expect throughout this journey. How…

Pregnancy is a time of significant change for your body, including your thyroid function. If you’re one of the many individuals who have hypothyroidism, you may wonder how pregnancy will affect your condition and how it might impact both you and your baby. Let’s explore what happens to thyroid function during pregnancy, how hypothyroidism can…

Table of Contents >Introduction>Is it Normal?>Managing Pain>Serious Causes to Consider>Prevention Strategies Back pain is one of the most common complaints during pregnancy, affecting between 50-80% of pregnant people at some point during their journey. According to research, one-third of pregnant people consider their back pain to be a “significant problem,” with about 9% reporting they…

Table of Contents >Introduction>Specific Types of Pain>Evidenced Based Treatment>Pain Relief Options>When to Seek Medical Help Pregnancy brings many changes to your body, and for many expectant parents, pelvic and hip pain can be among the most challenging symptoms to manage. Pelvic and hip pain have distinct causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches that deserve specific attention.…

If you’re reading this while considering or after experiencing a termination for medical reasons, please know that you are held in care and compassion. This unimaginable journey you’re on is one no parent ever expects to walk, but you are not walking it alone. Your strength in this moment of profound difficulty is seen, and…

When you discover you’re pregnant, you naturally expect the embryo to be growing in your uterus. However, in about 2% of pregnancies, the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, most commonly in the fallopian tube. This condition is known as an ectopic pregnancy and requires prompt medical attention. Whether you’re experiencing concerning symptoms in early…

Pregnancy loss can be one of life’s most heartbreaking experiences. If you’ve experienced one or more losses, please know that you’re not alone. Early pregnancy loss, often called miscarriage, is surprisingly common—occurring in approximately 15-25% of all clinically recognized pregnancies. While a single loss can be devastating, most people will go on to have successful…

Experiencing pregnancy loss can be an incredibly difficult and emotional journey. If you’ve been diagnosed with a missed miscarriage or are concerned about an incomplete miscarriage, you’re not alone. This article aims to provide clear information about these types of pregnancy loss, available management options, and what they might mean for your future. What is…

When you go to your first prenatal appointment, you likely have a mix of excitement and nerves. You may have calculated your due date based on your last menstrual period and have certain expectations about what your doctor will see on your first ultrasound. But what happens when that ultrasound doesn’t show what you or…