Levels of alcohol in milk closely parallel maternal blood alcohol concentrations.It is not necessary to pump & dump milk after consuming alcohol, but expressing milk can maintain supply and avoid complications of engorgement if a feeding is being delayed.Alcohol...
12.21.2020 (last published 12-15-20) SMFM strongly recommends that pregnant and lactating people have access to the COVID-19 vaccines and that they engage in a discussion about potential benefits and unknown risks with their healthcare providers regarding receipt of...
“COVID-19 vaccine development and regulatory approval are rapidly progressing. Thus, information and recommendations will evolve as more data are collected about these vaccines and their use in specific populations. This Practice Advisory is intended to be an...
All prenatal and birthing classes at Merit Health River Oaks and Woman’s Hospitals have been cancelled in an effort to adhere to social distancing. Please review these following online resources in order to prepare for your big day. BabyCenter – 51 informative videos,...
A new baby is often referred to as a bundle of joy. But what if you don’t feel quite so blessed about this whole motherhood thing? If that’s the case, you may want to look out for symptoms of postpartum depression, which affects one in nine women, according to...
Polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, is a condition characterized by irregular periods, evidence of excess hormones, and enlargement of the ovaries on ultrasound with multiple small fluid-filled sacs or follicles. PCOS is more common in obese women and is one of the...
