What vaccines do I need during pregnancy?
If you are pregnant during flu season, you should have a flu shot as soon as it’s available. We also recommend that you stay up-to-date with any needed COVID booster…
Do I need any vaccinations before pregnancy?
The most important vaccine that you should get prior to pregnancy is the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. Many people received this vaccine during their childhood; however, immunity can wane…
Is it normal that I’m cramping?
Almost all women have some cramping or other pains during pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester. This cramping is almost never anything to be worried about, particularly if you’re not…
Do I need to take anything besides my prenatal vitamin?
In most cases, the answer is no. There is a whole industry that markets supplements and other products to pregnant women. Even among prenatal vitamins, for most women the only…
What happens at my prenatal visits?
Click here for full explanation of what should happen at your prenatal visits.
I don’t understand my due date? When is the baby due?
How your due date is calculated is often confusing and different from what you might expect. Pregnancy is 40 weeks, or 280 days, long when measuring from the first day…
How much weight should I gain?
Normal weight women (BMI of 18.5-24.9) should gain about 25-35 pounds during their pregnancies. Underweight women (BMI < 18.5) may need to gain more and overweight women less. For obese…
Can I drink caffeine?
Yes, you can. As with most things in life, moderation is the key. Scientific studies have not demonstrated any problems with caffeine consumption during pregnancy until a woman consumes over…
Why am I so tired?
Pregnant women are often excessively tired in the first and third trimesters, but probably for different reasons. In the first trimester, your body undergoes rapid physiological changes accompanied by high…
What can’t I eat?
Good question. The truth is, you can eat just about anything you want. Click here for a full explanation. The short answer is to not eat: Big fish with high…