Congratulations, you’re going to have a baby!
We are so glad that you have chosen us to be a part of this extraordinary time in your life. Our goal is to provide you with exceptional care, comfort and our skill and expertise for the next nine months and going forward.
Pregnancy Topics
- Cesarean Delivery
- Circumcision
- Cord Blood Banking
- Diabetes & Pregnancy
- Early Pregnancy Loss
- Exercise during Pregnancy
- Group B Strep
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Labor Induction
- Morning Sickness
- Nutrition during Pregnancy
- Post Partum Depression
- Post Partum Sterilization
- Pre-term Labor
- Rh Factor
- Travel in Pregnancy
- VBAC
- When labor begins
See How Your Baby is Growing
Follow the growth and development of your baby. Click here.
Text4Baby
Text4Baby is a free mobile information service designed to promote maternal and child health. You will receive up to 3 text messages per week to help you during your pregnancy and up until your child’s first birthday. Text4Baby is an educational program of the National Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition.
Click here to visit Text4Baby.
Medication During Pregnancy
The following over-the-counter (OTC) medications may be safely taken after 12 weeks gestation by a pregnant woman, following the directions on the container for appropriate dosage. If you have any questions regarding medications you are currently taking or have been prescribed to you by another provider, please contact our office.
Problem |
OTC |
Precautions |
| Mild headaches, aches or pains | Acetaminophen (Tylenol), Regular or extra strength | Call if severe and/or persistent headaches. |
| Nasal congestion, sinusitis, allergies/cold symptoms | Sudafed, Ocean Nasal Spray, Benadryl | Call if no improvement in 2-3 days or condition worsens. |
| Cough | Robitussin (plain, no alcohol) | Persistent cough |
| Sore throat, minor irritation | Throat lozenges, Cepacol lozenges, Chloroseptic, salt water gargles | Severe or persistent sore throat |
| Mild rashes/allergies | Calamine lotion, baking soda baths, corn starch, Aveeno lotion/bath | Call if no relief within 3 to 4 days. |
| Diarrhea | Kaopectate, Immodium, Clear liquids x 24 hours then BRAT diet (Bananas, rice, applesauce, toast), no dairy products | For diarrhea that persists for more than 2 days and is accompanied by fever or severe diarrhea or blood, call provider. |
| Fever | Acetaminophen, Tylenol regular or extra strength | Call your provider if fever persists, (>101°Call if no relief) without relief with medication |
| Constipation | Metamucil, Colace/ Pericolace, Increase fiber and fluids, exercise | Avoid severe straining. |
| Hemorrhoids | Tucks pads, Anusol, warm sitz baths 3 times daily, witch hazel pads | Bleeding or severe pain |
| Heartburn/Indigestion | Tums, Maalox/Mylanta, decrease caffeine and chocolate, do not recline until 2 hours after eating | If no relief, call provider |
| Nausea | Vitamin B6 (50 mg, 1 time per day) Ginger Tea, Bio-Bands, Peppermint, Ginger candy, (eat every 2 hours) | If you experience persistent vomiting, decrease in weight, decrease in urine output, call provider |
| Yeast Infection | 7 day Monistat vaginal cream | Call if no relief |
Preparing for Childbirth
Preparing for the birth of your baby is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience. Through education you can develop an understanding of what you can expect to occur during the birthing process. We highly encourage you and your partner to take advantage of the wide range of classes available to. Click here for a schedule and description of classes.
Pregnancy Hotline
For answers regarding exposure to medications, chemicals, infections and other dangers that might pose a risk during your pregnancy, call 1-800-733-4727.
Breastfeeding and Lactation
Breastfeeding is the best way to feed your baby. It not only creates a bond between you and your baby, but it also provides the best nutrition for your infant. Breastfeeding also protects your baby against many illnesses. Click here for more information on breastfeeding your baby.
La Leche League International is a breastfeeding support group that has been in existence for over 50 years. Their mission is to “help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.” (La Leche League International, 2008) Click here to view their website as a resource for support, information and products related to breastfeeding.
Lactation consultants and classes are available to all of our patients. Click here for more information.
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