Normal pregnancy sees a fertilized egg pass through the fallopian tube to reach the uterus. The egg attaches itself to the uterus, and it begins to […]
Health coverage if you’re pregnant, plan to get pregnant, or recently gave birth
All plans that are part of the Health Insurance Marketplace (r) or Medicaid cover childbirth. Even if your coverage ends before your pregnancy starts, this is […]
Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: First Trimester
It can be both exciting and frightening to enter the first trimester. The body experiences many changes. These changes can begin before you even know you are […]
When moms get vaccinated during pregnancy, babies get protection too, study shows
New research by the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that getting vaccinated against COVID-19 in pregnancy can also protect babies once they are […]
Pregnancy: Am I Pregnant?
There are many signs that indicate early pregnancy. They can vary from one woman to the next. Your body may change quickly within the first month, […]
Diabetes During Pregnancy
Diabetes is when the body doesn’t produce enough insulin or uses insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone. Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose (glucose), in the […]
Pregnancy, birth and baby
It is important for all pregnant women to have the support they need in order to keep their baby safe. The baby’s health from birth can […]
Pregnancy trimesters: A guide
Full-term pregnancy lasts approximately 40 weeks and has three trimesters. They start on the first day after the last period. Each trimester has specific milestones for […]
Stages of Pregnancy: Week by Week
What is the average time it takes for a baby’s birth? The average pregnancy lasts for 40 weeks, starting on the day you have your last […]
Symptoms of pregnancy
Some signs and symptoms may be present before you take a pregnancy test. As your hormone levels change, others will show up weeks later. Missed period […]