Douglas County, Nebraska contains the whole area around, and including, Omaha. It also has the not-so-good distinction of having a rate of chlamydia infections above the national average. Those who live within its borders need to be aware of this fact in order to take care of their health. The number of cases of chlamydia … Continued
Lots of people ask us, “how soon can I take a pregnancy test?” Some have had unprotected sex the week (or even just a few days) before and are nervous. As hard as it can be to wait, it takes a little time before the results of a pregnancy test will be accurate. Let me … Continued
Some women are thrilled to find out they are pregnant. Others, not so much. However, in all cases, it is helpful to have accurate information before telling family and friends, or even before making a decision about the pregnancy. Why stir up a lot of excitement or trouble until it is necessary, right? If you … Continued
You just found out you are pregnant. Now you need to decide what you will do. Circumstances in your life might be shouting one option or another, and the answer for you might seem clear. So, why should get an ultrasound before you choose? The age we live in presents us with instant answers about … Continued
What is a miscarriage? It is when a pregnancy does not develop like it should and is expelled early. Most of us know someone who has had a miscarriage. However, there are some common misconceptions about it. There are statistics about how often miscarriages occur. The average seems to be that around one in four of all … Continued
What should you do if you’ve been drinking or taking drugs and then find out you are pregnant? If you stop right away, it can minimize the risk of damage to the developing baby. However, is it possible that harm has already been done? Some studies state that a little alcohol early in the pregnancy … Continued
