The world of women’s health care can be overwhelming to many, especially when it comes to the complex field of Obstetrics. Given how vitally important it is for expecting mothers to be familiar with the "Do’s" and "Dont’s" of prenatal care, we have provided below a short list of frequently asked questions from mothers-to-be.

 

How should I treat a cold?
It is recommended that you do not take anything with ibuprofen in it. Aside from drinking fluids and resting, pregnant women who are past their first trimester are permitted to take Sudafed, Tylenol, Dimetapp, and Robitussin.

 

What symptoms should be reported to my physician?
Just some of the symptoms that should be reported to our office includes contractions, bleeding, intense headaches, cramping, decreased movement of the baby, a fever of over 100 degrees, loss of fluid from the vagina, or any other symptoms that seem abnormal.

 

What are some suggestions for dealing with morning sickness?
Some recommendations for easing morning sickness includes:

•Eat several small meals during the day so your stomach doesn’t remain empty for long
•Avoid fried, greasy, and spicy foods
•Drink soups and other liquids between meals
•Eat a piece of bread or a few crackers before you get out of bed in the morning, or whenever you feel nauseous.
•Have some juice, milk, yogurt, or cottage cheese before you go to bed or before you wake up.
•Ginger candy or tea can help nausea.
•Vitamin B supplements can also help relieve nausea.

 

What can I do about constipation?
To ease constipation during pregnancy, women are encouraged to try adding high in fiber foods to their diet like bran, fruit and vegetables, on top of increasing their daily water intake. You may also try products like Fibercon, Metamucil, Citrucel, or Miralax.