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Pregnancy at an Older Age

Pregnancy at an Older Age

More people are having difficulty getting pregnant at a later stage. Physicians consider advanced maternal age around the age of 35 and up.

Dr. Karen Salazar-Valdes, Obstetrician and Gynecologist with Baptist Hospital of Miami, also says as people get older, …

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Prenatal Care: Healthy Tips

Prenatal Care: Healthy Tips

There are several things that a mother can do before becoming pregnant such as taking folic acid, quitting alcohol & drugs, making sure vaccines are current, controlling medical conditions, discussing medications with doctor and avoiding toxic substances. Dr. Sarah Bedell. …

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Exercises and Pregnancy

Exercises and Pregnancy

Dr. Alberto Sirven, Medical Director of the West Kendall OB/GYN Program and Women and Infant Credentials Committee Chairman with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, says he encourages patients to exercise. He recommends walking and swimming to increase your heart rate and …

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Fertility tests

Fertility tests

Fertility Specialist Enrique Soto says that 3% of women and men can have fertility problems, because it is a combined thing.

In order to help the couple to conceive, specialists do basic tests. “For men, a sperm test is conducted …

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Pregnancy: C-Section

Pregnancy: C-Section

Dr. Jason James, Obstetrician and Gynecologist with Baptist Health South Florida, explains when you have a baby there are two options: vaginal delivery or cesarean section, which is an operative form of delivery by removing the baby through the abdomen.…

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