According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 120,000 babies are born with congenital defects every year in the United States. Congenital (birth) defects refer to structural or functional anomalies that are caused by problems during the baby’s development in the womb. They can be caused by environmental or genetic
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Natural Pain Management Techniques for Childbirth
We have all heard the stories about how incredibly painful it is to give birth, but that hasn’t stopped a large number of women in recent years from deciding on a more holistic approach to the process.At DeKalb Women’s Specialists, we fully support a patient’s decision to do what is right for their body. We also
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Prematurity can cause many health issues for the child, and it occurs more frequently with women younger than 17 or older than 35. Avoiding risk factors and knowing the symptoms are only a part of your guide to preterm labor prevention. Risk Factors Out of Your Control Unfortunately, when it comes to preterm labor and
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