Category: Pregnancy and Maternal Health

Pregnant woman receives vaccine at doctor's office

January 10, 2022

When to Get Your COVID-19 Booster if You’re Pregnant or Trying to C...

The best time to vaccinate or boost is now—here’s why.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Vaccines

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two young siblings smile at each other

August 6, 2021

Why I Got Vaccinated: Five New Moms Share Their Stories

A strong desire to protect their babies from COVID-19 motivated these moms.

Patient Stories, Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Vaccines

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A one-day-old newborn infant sleeps in its crib in the hospital.

January 22, 2021

19 Questions to Ask at Your Maternity Hospital

Knowing what to expect can help you and your partner be more prepared.

OB-GYN, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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Pregnant woman feeling pain in her belly lying in bed with insomnia at night. The concept of pregnancy and health

December 4, 2020

Pandemic Pregnancy: 6 Tips for Managing Stress

COVID-19 is understandably causing anxiety in moms-to-be.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Stress Management

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December 2, 2020

Understanding Postpartum Anxiety and PTSD

Postpartum depression isn’t the only mood disorder that can affect new moms.

Anxiety, Postpartum Depression, PTSD

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Illustration of three pregnant women holding their bellies

October 26, 2020

Pregnancy Timeline: Here’s What to Do and When

There’s so much to remember; this to-do list can help.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Women's Health

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mother holding new baby on her shoulder while she looks away, troubled.

October 6, 2020

More Than the ‘Baby Blues’

Postpartum depression is common and support is available.

Mental Health, Postpartum Depression, Women's Health

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Photo of marijuana plants

October 1, 2020

Marijuana or CBD During Pregnancy: Is It Safe?

The research is sparse on marijuana and CBD use in pregnancy, but here’s what we know.

Babies, Breastfeeding, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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pregnant woman sitting on couch, talking to tablet

August 21, 2020

Creating Community While Preparing for Baby

The CenteringPregnancy program brings parents-to-be together for prenatal care.

Patient Stories, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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newborn baby stretches their arms over their head, eyes closed

August 20, 2020

Meet Your Birth Team

It’s a challenging time to give birth, but you’ll be surrounded by experts.

Coronavirus, OB-GYN, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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Illustration of woman sitting on a couch, touching and reflecting on her pregnant belly

August 12, 2020

What Moms-to-Be Need to Know About Pregnancy Blood Tests

Screening tests can tell you how your baby is developing.

Maternal Health, OB-GYN, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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UNC Health pediatric patient Mackenzie as an infant

July 17, 2020

Correcting Spina Bifida with Surgery During Pregnancy

The treatment of spina bifida can begin while baby is still developing inside mom.

Patient Stories, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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