The Dangers of Vaping During Pregnancy

Vaping has become increasingly popular in recent years as an alternative to smoking. While vaping may be perceived as a safer alternative to smoking, there is still a significant amount of research that needs to be conducted to fully understand the health effects of vaping. Vaping during pregnancy is particularly concerning, as it may harm both the mother and the … Continued

Taking Care of Mom and Baby: The Importance of Prenatal Care

Pregnancy is a life-changing experience that requires proper care and attention. Prenatal care is an essential aspect of this experience, and it offers a wide range of benefits to you and your growing child. Regular prenatal care can help reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy, improve maternal and fetal health, and ensure a safe delivery. In this blog post, … Continued

Significant Tests & Screenings During Prenatal Care

Prenatal care is essential for ensuring the health and well-being of both mother and child. Throughout the course of pregnancy, women undergo a variety of procedures to monitor the progress of the pregnancy and identify any potential complications. These tests and screenings are critical for detecting any issues early on so that they can be addressed promptly, reducing the risk … Continued

How to Tell Your Family Your Partner is Pregnant

For some young men, the prospect of becoming a father can be exciting, but more often than not, it can also be scary and leave you feeling anxious. If you’re in this situation, you probably have a million things running through your mind. One of those things may be wondering how to tell your family that your partner is pregnant. … Continued

3 Prenatal Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy

3 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy – Get Prenatal CarePrenatal care is the health care you get while you are pregnant. Take care of yourself and your baby by:Getting early prenatal care. If you know you’re pregnant, or think you might be, call your doctor to schedule a visit. If you don’t have a doctor, contact RealOptions. We provide 1st … Continued

What is a Fetal Ultrasound Exam?

A fetal ultrasound (sonogram) is an imaging technique that uses sound waves to produce images of a fetus in the uterus. Fetal ultrasound images can help your health care provider evaluate your baby’s growth and development and monitor your pregnancy. The first fetal ultrasound is usually done during the first trimester to confirm the viability of the pregnancy and estimate … Continued

Pregnancy Loss Healing Is Real

We are here to help. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has imposed social restrictions that can heighten a sense of alienation and isolation that may have already been present due to a past abortion, miscarriage, or stillbith. The increased stressors related to anxiety, uncertainty, and social isolation can make connecting at this time even more important to your healing and well-being. … Continued

COVID and Your Pregnancy

How COVID-19 Affects Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women What is COVID-19? Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. The … Continued

Am I Pregnant? 12 Pregnancy Signs & Symptoms

Am I Pregnant? 12 Pregnancy Signs & Symptoms Have you been experiencing bodily changes? Do you think you may be pregnant? This can be a puzzling time as it is. To add to the confusion, many pregnancy signs and symptoms can have causes unlinked to pregnancy. You should know that the early signs of pregnancy tend to differ from one … Continued