As the global spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has our communities on high alert, it is very normal for new mothers to feel anxious about how to best care for their babies, their families and themselves during this unprecedented time…
As a new mother, choosing to breastfeed to give your baby the best nutritional start can be a little overwhelming. You’ve attended the classes, you’ve read the blogs, you’ve heard that “breast is best” but now it’s time to actually…
I’ve been so busy lately that I didn’t even realize I’d missed my period. It wasn’t until Saturday morning, as I was scrolling through my phone, that it hit me: I’m late. I immediately began an internal dialogue while trying…
Pregnant and without health insurance? One of the biggest questions facing pregnant women is how to pay for prenatal care and hospital bills. Fortunately, the State of Texas has insurance programs specifically for pregnant women. Some women may be eligible,…
Overwhelmed. Pressured. Anxious. Angry. Lost. Hurt. Panicked. Sad. Confused. Every woman who has faced an unplanned pregnancy will tell you she rode a roller coaster of emotion. One moment she was absolutely panicked, and the next angry; from laughing with…
You just found out you are pregnant. It is not what you wanted or expected. You are still reeling from the news and now you need to tell others. And it is causing you great anxiety. The closeness of the…
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention defines Gonorrhea as a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can infect both men and women. It can cause infections in the genitals, rectum, and throat. It is a very common infection, especially among…
“Abortion pill” is the common name for two different medicines that are used together to terminate a pregnancy: Mifepristone and Misoprostol. It is also called RU486 and often referred to as a medical or chemical abortion. Medical abortions are a…
Having a baby can be an exciting time filled with joy and anticipation. As a new mother, you may spend months preparing the nursery, attending childbirth classes, and reading parenting books. After the baby is born, a woman experiences changes…
“I’m pregnant.” What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you hear those words? “I’m not ready to for fatherhood!” “We are not financially stable.” What emotions are wrestling inside your body? Does it get really quiet, and…