1997 Articles by date | Articles by topic

12/29/97 - Caffeine: Pregnancy & Fertility: What exactly are the dangers of caffeine during pregnancy? Does it affect your fertility?

12/22/97 - Breastfeeding & Work: A new breastfeeding statement, and how it could affect your job.

12/15/97 - A Not So Happy Holiday: Holiday support for those dealing with infertility or the loss of a baby.

12/08/97 - AFP & Triple Screen Testing: Are these genetic tests really good for you?

12/01/97 - Ectopic Pregnancy: Learn about the leading cause of death in the first trimester.

11/24/97 - The Well Planned Pregnancy: How preconceptional planning affects you and your future children.

11/17/97 - Adoption & Safe Families Act: Congress has just passed new legislation on adoption and foster care.

11/10/97 - Our Miracle: The birth of a miracle. A baby that might never have been...

11/03/97 - Informed Consent in Pregnancy: What you need to know about your medical care.

10/27/97 - Special Moments of Pregnancy: Several of our readers share their special moments.

10/20/97 - Choosing a Care Provider: You have so many options these days. Which is right for you?

10/13/97 - Group B Strep in Pregnancy: What you need to know.

10/06/97 - Coping with Labor: Your guide to labor and birth coping techniques.

09/29/97 - The Baby Shower: A look at the games, the fun and the history.

09/22/97 - Am I at Risk for Postpartum Depression?: Learn how to predict postpartum emotional problems and what you can do beforehand to cope.

09/15/97 - Nine Months of Fitness: Exercise can help make your birth easier, and your return to prepregnancy shape much faster. So why not?

09/08/97 - Walking Epidurals: Are all epidurals created equally?: With all the advances of technology now women who opt for medications during labor have much better options. Learn about some of the newest!

09/01/97 - Cutest Ultrasound Picture Contest: Show off your baby prenatally, and possibly win prizes. Send us your ultrasound pictures now!

08/25/97 - Sex During Pregnancy: Nothing raises as many eyebrows as the subject of sex during pregnancy. Despite the old saying that medical and religious miracles aside, every pregnancy started with a sex act.

08/18/97 - Childbirth Education: A look at childbirth educators, and information on taking childbirth classes, and how to find them.

08/11/97 - Smoking & Pregnancy: A look at the personal affects of smoking on pregnancy, why quit, how to quit, and much more. A joint feature with Christine Rowley, our smoking cessation guide.

08/04/97 - Children at Birth: This week we discuss how to decide if you want older children at your next birth and how to prepare them for this experience.

07/28/97 - Oh My Aching Back: Pregnancy & Back Pain: Most pregnant women will experience back ache during pregnancy. Here are the common reasons for this, some ideas on prevention, and solutions. Including tips from our resident back pain expert, Diane Hunter.

07/21/97 - Family Centered Cesareans: Information on cesarean surgery and how you can make it more family centered. Including tips on recovery and a photo gallery.

07/14/97 - Pregnancy & Beyond Freebies: Three other stellar guides at About.commpany have teamed up with me this week to bring you listings of free things available for pregnancy and beyond!

07/07/97 - Should we eat or drink in labor?: A look at the historical factors that influence this decision, why we are where we are today and what you need to know about this before labor starts.

06/30/97 - Prenatal Care at a Glance: We throw the words "prenatal care" around without thinking what it involves. Learn a bit about what that is and how to get the most of your prenatal care.

06/23/97 - Are Home Pregnancy Tests Really That Accurate?: You'll see the ads for pregnancy kits everywhere! So, which one is really the best and what determines that anyway?

06/16/97 - Is My Baby Alright?: A simple method to test fetal well-being on your own, without fancy equipment.

06/09/97 - Getting Your Partner Involved: How do you get a reluctant partner involved in pregnancy? Is there a happy medium to what you can do together? Read some suggestions from other couples.

06/02/97 - Preterm Labor: A Crash Course: Preterm labor is a major complication. Learn about what you can do to prevent and manage preterm labor.

05/26/97 - Contest! Help Name Our Baby!: We're running out of names for number three! Help Kevin and I name our third baby!

05/19/97 - Pregnancy: The Second Time Around: Everything you read seems to focus on the first pregnancy, are there differences for the second (or more) time around? Moms tell us yes!

05/12/97 - Pregnancy From the Shadows: Many times pregnancy is a time of joy, however, there are a number of families who are dealing with complicated pregnancies. One of the most frequently prescribed methods of helping a complicated pregnancy is bedrest. Hear from three moms on how they coped.

05/05/97 - Want to know the gender of your unborn baby?: A lot of people struggle with the question of whether or not to find out the sex of their baby prenatally. Find out some facts about how to determine the sex during pregnancy and the possible ramifications.

04/28/97 - Episiotomy - Is it really necessary?: Episiotomy. One of the most controversial issues in childbearing today, do you know the facts and fantasies?

04/21/97 - When Will My Baby Be Born?: A look at the history of determining due dates and their validity, with some practical information for the parents-to-be.

04/14/97 - The Pregnancy Test: A Pregnancy Test of different dimensions.

04/07/97 - One Miscarriage, One Man, One Woman: Miscarriage is felt by all in a relationship. Here is the story of One Miscarriage, One Man, and One Woman.

03/31/97 - Couvade: Sympathetic Pregnancy: Information about Couvade Syndrome (Sympathetic Pregnancy) and why dads shouldn't feel alone.

03/24/97 - Vaginal Birth After Cesarean: A Good Idea?: Common concerns and reasons addressed in an unbiased manner.

03/17/97 - SIDS: A Personal Story: My dealings with Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and some basic facts.

03/10/97 - A Birth Plan - What is that?: Information on how to convey your ideas and beliefs about birth in a non-threatening way.

03/03/97 - Postpartum: Does it have to be a bumpy ride?: Postpartum can be a very bumpy road. There are some things that you can do to help pave the way with a smoother surface.

02/24/97 - Pregnancy Fears: Are You a Member of the W.W.C.?: The Worried Wipers Club is for women and their partners. It is a club designed with worriers in mind. Do you have any pregnancy fears?

02/17/97 - How to Share Your Big News: How and when to tell your big news in a creative way.

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