Obstetrics

Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital delivers record number of babies in 1 month

It has been a busy July at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital. The hospital’s labor and delivery team delivered 537 babies, the highest number of any month on record. That’s…

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New Parent, Norton Childrens Medical Associates, Obstetrics, Womens Health

What are the signs baby isn’t getting enough breast milk?

Breastfeeding provides loads of well-documented benefits for babies and moms. One common question many moms have about breastfeeding is, “How can I tell if my baby is getting enough milk?”…

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Expecting, Obstetrics

5 natural childbirth tools and props to help women through a natural delivery

Women who choose to have a natural birth still face the challenge of how to relieve pain. That’s where some familiar tools, and some unusual ones, can provide alternative pain…

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Obstetrics

Surviving a complex pregnancy and coming to terms with loss

At age 38, Kristin Tribble and her husband were ready to have children together. With her two daughters from a previous marriage, the family was preparing for a growing household….

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New Mom, New Parent, News

Free breastfeeding support for moms

Breastfeeding may come easy for some, but others struggle. Some of mothers’ biggest concerns are about latching on, supply, whether baby is eating enough, and issues with the breast including…

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News, Planning Your Pregnancy, Womens Health

What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome is common and treatable

If you have erratic periods and have tried — and struggled — to get pregnant, you could be living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) but not realize it, according to…

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Expecting, News, Obstetrics

OB hospitalists are on call for pregnancy issues 24 hours a day

Emergencies can happen at any hour. That’s why at Norton Hospital and Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital, OB hospitalists are standing by to help women who are pregnant or have…

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Expecting, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics

6 pregnancy complication symptoms not to ignore

Pregnancy is an exciting time as you await your little one. Your body will go through many changes, and you’ll have a lot of questions. As you near your due…

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Flu, News, Obstetrics

Getting a flu shot during pregnancy is critical for mom and baby

The flu can have extremely serious consequences during pregnancy. Getting the flu shot while you’re pregnant will help protect you and even help your baby fight off the flu after…

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News, Obstetrics

Surrogate mother offers extraordinary act of friendship

Tara and Robert Thomas had been trying to have a baby for years and had suffered several setbacks — then an extraordinary act of friendship made their dreams come true….

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Expecting, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, News, Obstetrics

Gestational diabetes can make pregnancy risky

Beth, 29, was thrilled to learn she was pregnant with her first child. But her excitement turned to fear when she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Although Beth didn’t have…

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Expecting, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, News, Obstetrics

What is a high-risk pregnancy, and who takes care of me

High-risk pregnancies account for about six percent to eight percent of pregnancies. Though the reasons for a pregnancy to be high risk can vary, one constant is that you and…

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