Posts Tagged March of Dimes
Toxoplasmosis and Pregnancy: What You Should Know
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Women's Health Topics on March 12, 2011
The parasitic organism, Toxoplasma gondii, causes an infection called toxoplasmosis (toxo). Researchers estimate that over 60 million Americans are carriers of the parasite. Most people do not experience symptoms, but a few have flu-like symptoms, such as fatigue, muscle and joint aches, and fever. People with healthy immune systems, exposed to the parasite, usually […]
Pregnancy Without Fear – What You Need to Know About Diabetes and Pregnancy
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Women's Health Topics on March 2, 2011
If you have diabetes, you need not fear that the disease will rob you of your parental hopes and dreams should you become pregnant. Getting and keeping your diabetes in check before, during, and after the birth of your baby will help ensure a healthy baby and healthier you. Some Startling Statistics According to the […]
Think It’s OK to Wait to Have a Baby?
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Women's Health Topics on February 26, 2011
Many women have delayed starting a family so they can finish their education and begin a career. While this may seem like a wise choice, women who wait until after age 30 to become pregnant for the first time risk dealing with the heartache of infertility and other pregnancy complications. Births to Older […]
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