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How does gestational diabetes affect my baby?

My doctor diagnosed me with recently with gestational diabetes and I'm currently in my second trimester. Will this affect my baby's health?

Do premature babies have developmental delays?

My doctor thinks that I'm going to have my baby prematurely because of my development of gestational diabetes. Do premature babies typically have developmental delays? Both physically...

Can we see if my baby has a congenital disease in the womb?

I'm in middle of my first trimester of pregnancy, and I'm just wondering if it was possible to see if my baby would have a congenital disease while in the womb?

Are premature babies likely to get respiratory distress syndrome?

My doctor believes that I may have a premature baby because my pregnancy is already high-risk. Is my baby likely to get respiratory distress syndrome if born prematurely?

Are preemie babies at risk for disabilities?

I have a high risk pregnancy and my doctor says that it's possible to have my baby a month and a half before his due date. Is it true that preemie babies have a high risk of pregnancy?...

Are all congenital disorders inherited?

My friend's son was born with congenital muscular dystrophy, but there's no one in her family with this disease at all (this also includes her husband's family). Are all congenital...

Can you test for spina bifida when pregnant?

A member of my family was diagnosed with spina bifida on my maternal side. Not my immediate family though. I'd like to see if it's possible, however, if my baby has it before...

Do abdominal ultrasounds expose my baby to radiation?

My OBGYN wants to do an abdominal ultrasound with me, and she says that it's completely normal. I'm just worried about any radiation. How safe is it to have an abdominal ultrasound...

Are there ways to test for Down syndrome?

My brother's son was diagnosed with Down syndrome once he was born, and I'm wondering, are there ways to screen for this before the baby is born? How would I know if my baby has...

What do I need to take to prevent birth defects?

I know that folic acid is very important to take while pregnant. But are there other vitamins or minerals that I should take to prevent birth defects?

Can drinking alcohol cause a miscarriage?

I found out I was pregnant when I was 2 months. I did drink here and there, but that was because I didn't know. Can drinking alcohol cause a miscarriage? Or is a low quantity...

How do I cure infant cradle cap?

My baby is 5 months old and has had cradle cap since she was a few weeks old. I’ve done several home remedies and even used an anti-dandruff shampoo, but it hasn't worked. What...

Why do some babies make a clicking sound when moving?

My baby is 8 months old. There is a 'clicking' sound when she's moving, especially with her legs. Do babies make a clicking sound when moving?

Is it okay to give antibiotics to 1 year old child?

My child had an infection and his doctor prescribed antibiotics, even though he's 1 years old. Is it safe for 1 year old child take an antibiotic?

My 1 month old child has high temperature for the third day straight.

My 1 month old child has had a high temperature for 3 days already, and it's just not going away. It's over 101. Should I take him to the doctor? His fever comes on and off....

What does taking folic acid prevent?

I've been taking folic acid throughout my pregnancy because my OB-GYN said it's a necessity for my baby's develop. I currently taking it daily. What exactly are the benefits...

What are the risks associated with premature birth?

I might have my baby premature, through a c-section, if my blood pressure doesn't go down. My OB-GYN is really concerned. However, I want to carry my baby full-term if I can,...

Does gestational diabetes make me a high risk pregnancy?

I'm in my 6th month of pregnancy and I've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. My doctor says that I might have a premature delivery because of it and might need a C-section...

Why does my baby have so much sticky substance coming out of her eyes?

My daughter is 1 month old and I've noticed that she has a lot of sticky discharge in her eyes. What could be causing this?

How much sugar is okay for a baby?

I have a baby who is 8 months old. How much sugar should I be giving him a day, if any?

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