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Archive of: Pregnancy, Pregnancy

	Title	Issue
	Planes, trains...and pregnancy Expectant moms can expect some hassle when taking a trip. But medically speaking, they should also know that “in all probability, you’ll be fine,” said John Repke, chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Penn State Hershey Medical Center. By Andrew Shaw	May 2013
	You CAN be pregnant and vegan “How do you get your protein?” is one of the most common questions a vegan (who doesn’t consume any animal products such as meat, dairy or eggs) gets—especially when a vegan is pregnant... By Andrew Shaw	February 2013
	Healthy habits can help prevent diabetes Gestational diabetes is diabetes that is found for the first time when a woman is pregnant. From Family Features	August 2012
	Mom’s stress during pregnancy can affect baby’s iron levels Newborns whose mothers are under stress during the first trimester of pregnancy may be at risk for low iron status, which could lead to physical and mental delays down the road, according to a recent study. American Academy of Pediatrics	July 2012
	When cancer strikes Cathryn Marsala is excited about the arrival of her second child. She entered the first trimester of her pregnancy with some queasiness and increased fatigue—all normal symptoms for an expecting mom... Tabitha Goodling	June 2012
	Revealing baby’s gender can be fun Is it a girl or is it a boy? Sometimes only the cake lady knows and she isn’t about to tell. Generations ago, there was no such thing as an ultrasound to clue expectant parents in on the gender of the child they were expecting... Andrea Ciccocioppo	May 2012
	Lancaster experts discuss what to eat while pregnant Pregnancy ss notorious for its focus on food, from it’s the idea of “eating for two” to the crazy cravings many women have, to the added nutritional requirements recommended to grow a healthy baby. But did you know there are foods that pregnant women should stay away from? “A very important potential health issue that many people don’t realize is that during pregnancy... Maureen Leader	February 2012
	BPA: Keeping track of the numbers could head-off problems As a parent or expectant parent, you probably know that some plastics have been found to leach harmful chemicals into the contents of whatever they surround. You’ve probably tossed any container that is labeled a “7.” But during pregnancy, expectant mothers should be even more vigilant about knowing what plastics they are using, making sure to reduce, if not eliminate the use of anything made from Bisphenol A, especially if they plan to use baby bottles. Central Penn Parent Staff	December 2011
	What to expect: Pregnancy in your 20s, 30s, 40s Age changes how your body handles pregnancy. Find out what you need to know. BY HEATHER BOLTZ	July 2011
	Old wives' tales Ask any woman who’s ever been pregnant and she’ll tell you she’s heard her share of old wives’ tales. From figuring out the child’s gender to determining when the bouncing bundle will arrive, there’s a homespun theory for nearly everything related to pregnancy and childbirth. By Lynn Gladieux	June 2011