Diabetes and birth defects: Is there a connection?
Diabetes is a condition in which
your body has too much sugar in the blood (called blood sugar or glucose). Preexisting diabetes
(also called ...
Can diabetes cause preterm labor?
November is National Diabetes Month.
Diabetes is a condition in which your body has too much sugar in the blood (called blood sugar or glucose) ...
Physical activity during pregnancy
Staying active during pregnancy can help keep you and your baby healthy. Most women can benefit from exercising during pregnancy. At your first pr ...
National Women’s Health Week 2019
Did you know that this year marks the 20th annual National Women’s Health Week? The week, which kicks off each year on Mother’s Day, will be celebrate ...
National Minority Health Month
April is National Minority Health Month. Each year many organizations come together to help raise awareness about the health status of racial and ...
Diabetes Alert Day
Today is Diabetes Alert Day, a day designed to raise awareness about this condition. Diabetes is a condition in which your body has too much sugar ...
Heart health for pregnancy
Heart health is important for all of us, but it’s especially important if you’re pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant. During pregnancy, yo ...
Taking care of yourself during the holidays
Besides the usual stress of pregnancy and getting ready for your baby, the holidays often add more pressure, which can take a toll on your health. Fee ...
How to manage gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes (also called gestational diabetes mellitus) is a kind of diabetes that can happen during pregnancy. Diabetes is a condition i ...