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Pregnancy, Asthma, and Doctors

Pregnancy, Asthma, and DoctorsManaging asthma in pregnancy requires special expertise. Listen to expert advice on how a woman should work with her doctors to make sure her asthma hurts neither herself nor her unborn child.

Keywords: Asthma, pregnancy, asthma and pregnancy, treating asthma in pregnancy, asthma treatment, high-risk pregnancy, treating asthma during pregnancy, preeclampsia, preclampsia, pre-clampsia, risks during pregnancy, risk in pregnancy, pregnancy risks, hazards during pregnancy, hazards in pregnancy, dangers in pregnancy, dangers during pregnancy, premature, pre-mature delivery, premature delivery, low birth weight, birth defects, asthma specialists and pregnancy, giving birth with asthma, asthma control, asthma triggers, triggers, aspirin and asthma, influenza vaccine and pregnancy

Post-pregnancy Contraception

Post-pregnancy ContraceptionHow quickly you become fertile after a pregnancy varies. And if you are interested in birth control you have a few options. Learn about the methods available after childbirth.

Keywords: Contraception, delivery, birth, birth control pills, IUD, condoms, tubal ligation, vasectomy, natural family planning, diaphragm

Treating Asthma in Pregnancy

Treating Asthma in PregnancyDrugs receive special scrutiny for safety when used by pregnant women. How do the drugs used to control asthma compare? Listen in as experts explain.

Keywords: Asthma, asthma attack, pregnancy, asthma and pregnancy, treating asthma in pregnancy, asthma treatment, treating asthma during pregnancy, Pulmicort, Pulmicord, Pulmacort, Pulmacord, budensonide, budisonide, budensonade, budisonade, preeclampsia, preclampsia, risks during pregnancy, risk in pregnancy, high-risk pregnancy, pregnancy risks, hazards during pregnancy, hazards in pregnancy, dangers in pregnancy, dangers during pregnancy, premature, pre-mature delivery, low birth weight, birth defects, beclomethasone, Beclovent, Vanceril, triamcinolone, Azmacort, Fluticasone, Flovent, Cromolyn, Intal, Nedocromil, Tilade, pregnancy labelling, category B, inhaled corticosteroids, corticosteroids, inhalers, asthma, asthma control, airway inflammation, beta agonists, albuterol, albuteral, beta agonist, Swedish medical birth registry,

Epilepsy and Pregnancy

Epilepsy and PregnancyPregnancy can present a variety of challenges to women with epilepsy. Learn what you can do to keep your baby healthy.

Keywords: epilepsy, pregnancy, childbearing, seizures, chronic, recurrent, unprovoked, anti-epilepic drugs, AED's, therapy, side effects, polytherapy, neurologist, anti-convulsant, plan, complications, fetal heart rate, miscarriage, trauma, birth defects, vitamins, nutrition, physical injury, fetus, teratogenic, malformations, spinal bifida, uritogenital malformation, unplanned pregnancy, folic acid supplements, ultrasound, amniocentesis, alpha fetal protein test, labor, delivery, newborn, breastfeeding, sleep deprivation, lack of sleep, nap, safety

Pregnancy and Asthma

Pregnancy and AsthmaControlling asthma during pregnancy is extremely important, for the health of both mother and baby. Listen to experts explain what can happen if a woman's persistent asthma goes unchecked in the nine months before delivery.

Keywords: Pregnancy, asthma, asthma treatment, asthma medication, treating asthma in pregnancy, high-risk pregnancy, asthma attack, preeclampsia, preclampsia, pre-eclampsia, risks during pregnancy, risk in pregnancy, pregnancy risks, hazards during pregnancy, hazards in pregnancy, dangers in pregnancy, dangers during pregnancy, premature birth, preterm, premature delivery, low birth weight, birth defects, pregnancy, medications during pregnancy

Epilepsy and Pregnancy

Epilepsy and PregnancyEpilepsy does not have to stand in the way of a pregnancy. The best way to ensure a safe and healthy baby is to discuss your treatment options with your doctor.

Keywords: epilepsy, pregnancy, childbearing, seizures, chronic, recurrent, unprovoked, MRI, anti-epilepic drugs, AED's, therapy, side effects, polytherapy, anti-convulsant, plan, complications, fetal heart rate, miscarriage, trauma, birth defects, cleft lip, cleft palette, cardiac defects, Spinal cord defects, EEG, seizure free, vitamin, supplements, folic acid

Newborn Safety Outside

Newborn Safety OutsideA newborn child is always a bundle of joy and responsibility. When traveling with a newborn, it is especially important that parents follow certain safety measures to protect their child from harm. On this webcast, we'll discuss car and stroller safety issues every new parent should be aware of.

Keywords: Newborns, safety, outdoor safety, car safety, stroller safety, Dr. Sajjad Yacoob

Yeast Infections and Pregnancy

Yeast Infections and PregnancyYeast infections are a common problem for women and some say pregnancy increases your risk. Many women feel they know enough about the condition to take care of it themselves, but for pregnant women, self-diagnosis is a no-no. Tune in as experts discuss why pregnant women are considered more prone to yeast infections and why a doctor's visit is a must.

Keywords: sex, Yeast infections, vagina, pregnancy, Monistat, Gyne-Lotrimin, Terazol, Diflucan

Labor and Delivery

Labor and DeliveryAfter nine months of doctor's visits, large clothing, physical discomfort and joyous expectation, a mother finally reaches the last stages of pregnancy- labor and delivery. Join our panel of specialists as they take us step by step through the process of labor and delivery.

Keywords: Pregnancy, pregnant, childbirth, birth, labor, delivery, prenatal, Cesarean, c section, postpartum

Preparing for a C-Section

Preparing for a C-SectionNo matter how smoothly your pregnancy is going, there is always the possibility that you will need to have a c-section to deliver a healthy baby. Here's what you need to know about the procedure and how to prepare.

Keywords: Childbirth, pregnancy, health information, C-section,

What Is Amniocentesis?

What Is Amniocentesis?If your doctor has suggested amniocentesis you probably have a lot of questions and concerns. Is the procedure safe for you and your child? What are the chances that an abnormality will be found? What decisions will you be faced with if there is an abnormality? Join our panel of experts for a close look at this important procedure.

Keywords: Amniocentesis, fetus, amniotic fluid, birth defects, obstetrician, ultrasound, maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein, free-beta, estriol level, multiple births, Down syndrome, alpha-fetoprotein, AFP, DNA, birth problems, genetic disorders, neonatologist, vaginal delivery, Caesarean delivery, Dr. Unjera Jackson, Dr. Joan Atkin, Pregnancy, pregnant, childbirth, birth, labor, delivery, prenatal, Cesarean, c section, postpartum

Understanding Ultrasound

Understanding UltrasoundIf you're pregnant -- and even if you're not -- you've probably heard of ultrasound. But do you really know what doctors are looking for when they use it? Join our panel for an expert discussion of this common procedure.

Keywords: Ultrasound, pregnancy, obstetricians, fetus, placenta, cervix, uterus, congenital heart disease, geneticist, vaginal delivery, Caesarean delivery, fetal echocardiogram, amniocentesis, placental biopsy, PUBS, percutaneous umbilical blood sampling, prenatal surgery, maternal specialist, fetal specialist, Dr. Unjera Jackson, Dr. Joan Atkin, pregnant, childbirth, birth, labor, delivery, prenatal, Cesarean, c section, postpartum

Inducing Labor

Inducing LaborAfter nine months of anticipation, an expecting woman finally reaches the last stage of pregnancy--the delivery. For most women, the onset of labor is spontaneous. But what happens if your baby needs a little extra help? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the how and why of induced labor.

Keywords: Pregnancy, pregnant, childbirth, birth, labor, delivery, prenatal, Cesarean, c section, postpartum

Chorionic Villus Sampling

Chorionic Villus SamplingIf you're pregnant, there's a chance that your doctor will suggest a procedure known as chorionic villus sampling to determine if your child has a genetic abnormality like Down's Syndrome. This can of course a very scary prospect for many reasons: What do you do if the test comes back positive? And what if the test endangers the pregnancy? Worrisome as the test may be, it's important make an informed decision about testing. Join our panel of experts for an in-depth look at CVS.

Keywords: Chorionic villous sampling, pregnancy, CVS, placenta, genetic disorders, cervix, obstetrician, geneticist, chromosomes, cystic fibrosis, Dr. Unjera Jackson, Dr. Joan Atkin, pregnant, childbirth, birth, labor, delivery, prenatal, Cesarean, c section, postpartum

Epilepsy Made Better

Epilepsy Made BetterNew devices may help some epilepsy patients who are not seizure-free after taking medications.

Keywords: epilepsy, anti-seizure medications, refractory epilepsy, medication resistant epilepsy, seizure free, alternatives, experimental devices, Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulator, brain, electrical pulse, thalamus, electricity, seizure activity, Neurospace Responsive Neruotransmitter, RNS, intracranial antiepileptic drug delivery system, locally, reservoir, dizziness, tiredness, weight gain, gene-based therapies

Epilepsy Made Better

Epilepsy Made BetterNew devices may help some epilepsy patients who are not seizure-free after taking medications.

Keywords: epilepsy, anti-seizure medications, refractory epilepsy, medication resistant epilepsy, seizure free, alternatives, experimental devices, Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulator, brain, electrical pulse, thalamus, electricity, seizure activity, Neurospace Responsive Neruotransmitter, RNS, intracranial antiepileptic drug delivery system, locally, reservoir, dizziness, tiredness, weight gain, gene-based therapies

Couples and Family Planning

Couples and Family PlanningKeeping mum about big issues like family planning can cause trouble in a relationship.

Keywords: couples, marriage, family planning, birth control, relationship, communication


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