The COVID-19 pandemic is predicted to cause a steep drop in the 2021 birth rate. UT Southwestern explains why and how women who do get pregnant can stay safe and healthy.
Lending a hand to new parents is a bit tougher due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Get ideas from five of our Ob/Gyn providers who share the best gifts and support they received when their own new babies arrived this year.
A new study found that fertility returned quickest after stopping birth control in patients who had used IUDs or implants. In this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog, explore birth control methods for specific life and health goals.
A new study from UT Southwestern found that most pregnant patients may not be at higher risk of COVID-19 complications. Learn why and find out how to use COVID-19 strategies to prepare for the flu season.
Tailbone pain is common during pregnancy, but many women find relief through special cushions, exercises, and posture tips. Learn more from UT Southwestern.
Katie Sturm was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor while she was pregnant with quadruplets. She had surgery at UT Southwestern and later delivered her four sons during a pandemic. Read her amazing story on the Your Pregnancy Matters blog.
During pregnancy, 20% of women get nosebleeds, compared with 6% when not pregnant. Find out why nosebleeds are more common when you're pregnant and how to manage them.
Pregnant with a stuffy nose? It could be pregnancy rhinitis, a temporary condition that afflicts up to 20% of pregnant women. Get tips to feel better in this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog.
After childbirth, patients can go home with long-term birth control to avoid an unexpected pregnancy. Learn about three types patients can get in the delivery room.
Nicky Haynes shares her story of giving birth as a gestational carrier during the pandemic. Find out what it was like watching new parents welcome the baby she helped bring into the world.
Chrissy Teigen’s "surprise" pregnancy after IVF is not unheard of. UT Southwestern discusses infertility vs. subfertility in this Your Pregnancy Matters blog.
Finding the perfect pediatrician for your child requires a little homework. UT Southwestern discusses five things to think about when choosing the best provider.
