Prenatal Care and Tests
While you are pregnant, you should expect to take some routine tests during your prenatal visits. There are some tests that are recommended for most women, such as blood work…
While you are pregnant, you should expect to take some routine tests during your prenatal visits. There are some tests that are recommended for most women, such as blood work…
Early prenatal care is crucial, so as soon as you think you’re pregnant, schedule a prenatal appointment! During the first visit, you can expect your doctor to ask about your…
The chances of the baby being born too small and with birth complications are 3X greater if the mother does not receive prenatal care. Having a healthy pregnancy is one…
During pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding, a person goes through many physical and emotional changes. Even the same person may experience different changes for each of their pregnancies! However, women experiencing…
“It is JUST the Baby Blues… I think!?” The “baby blues” are a normal period of transition affecting up to 85% of new mothers in the first 2-3 weeks after…
Mental health problems most often occur during childbearing years! However, many individuals go untreated because of the shame and discrimination associated with mental health. In fact, approximately 75% of women…
Depression, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar illness, and substance use disorders are among the most common mental health conditions among mothers. Women who are at increased risk…
Did you know that for approximately 40% of couples who are having trouble conceiving a child, the problem is found in the male partner?…No? Well, that may be because infertility…
In the face of the ongoing nationwide shortage of baby formula, the Florida Association of Healthy Start Coalitions and its members are sharing guidance and resources to families struggling to…
We are proud to serve women and babies in Leon and Wakulla counties. Throughout our area mothers need a variety of support and services to help ensure a healthy baby…