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Challenges faced with prenatal ultrasound | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/prenatal-ultrasound-challenges/
Recently, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel shared the moving story of his son’s birth. UT Southwestern reflects on why an ultrasound didn’t detect his son’s congenital heart defect before birth.
6 pregnancy ultrasound exams you might not need | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/ultrasound-exams-necessary-pregnancy/
Ultrasound technology can be invaluable in pregnancy. But sometimes, the risks of certain exams outweigh the benefits. Get insights about 6 exams you might not need – and questions to ask your doctor – in this Your Pregnancy Matters blog with UT Southwestern.
Watch for stroke symptoms when pregnant | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/stroke-pregnancy/
Each year, thousands of women have a stroke during their pregnancy or in the first few weeks following delivery. A UT Southwestern doctor in Dallas talks about stroke symptoms and reducing your risk.
Do-it-yourself doula: Tips to choose the best labor support person | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/diy-doula-pregnancy/
Doulas can help you achieve your desired birth experience. But financial and COVID-19 restrictions can make doing so challenging this year. If you're feeling stuck, consider these "DIY" tips to include doula best practices in your birth plan.
Class is in session: The many benefits of prenatal education | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/prenatal-childbirth-classes/
Whether you’re a first-time mom or experienced at giving birth, prenatal education classes offer tips for everyone, including a potentially surprising benefit.
COVID-19 vaccine logistics for pregnant and breastfeeding patients | COVID | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/pregnancy-covid19-vaccine-eligibility/
Pregnant patients are now eligible to get the safe, effective COVID-19 vaccine. UT Southwestern offers logistical tips and information patients need to make their personal vaccination decisions.
Getting ready to deliver twins, triplets, or more | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/pregnancy-twins-second-third-trimester/
UT Southwestern talks about what to expect in the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy with twins, triplets, or more.
Feeding support and options to fix tongue-tie in babies | Pediatrics | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/tongue-tie-baby-breastfeeding/
Tongue-tie in newborns can cause feeding and growth problems if left untreated. In this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog, explore how team-based care from lactation experts, speech therapists, pediatricians, and ENTs can help new parents and babies overcome feeding challenges.
Rare Diseases | Condition | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/conditions-treatments/rare-diseases/
UT Southwestern doctors focus on providing the highest quality care for patients with rare diseases, which can be challenging to diagnose and treat.
Vocal cord dysfunction can trigger extreme breathing problems while exercising | Women's Health | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/vocal-cord-dysfunction-exercise-asthma/
Vocal cord dysfunction causes symptoms that are often mistaken for exercised-induced asthma. UT Southwestern discusses how speech therapy can help control this overwhelming – but not life-threatening – condition.