Pregnancy is a normal state of life for women and causes significant changes in their bodies, but not everyone can carry the pregnancy to term. Preterm birth is when a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy, or full term. Premature babies are at risk for long-term health problems and …
Why Are UTIs Common During Pregnancy?
Various changes increase the likelihood of UTIs, or urinary tract infections, during pregnancy. The first change is hormonal. During pregnancy, your urine is more concentrated with sugar, protein, and hormones. The other change is your growing uterus. As the uterus expands, it presses on your …
5 Common Prenatal Infections
Prenatal infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, or other microorganisms that enter the body through the mother's vagina or cervix. These infections can occur at any time during pregnancy, but some are more likely to happen early on. Most women don't realize that they can get …