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Bottoms up! Tips to prevent and treat diaper-area skin irritation in newborns

How can you help your baby avoid diaper rash? UT Southwestern discusses best practices and products on the Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

Pregnancy can predict future heart health: Tips to shape your destiny

Research shows that women who have certain complications during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and preterm birth are more likely to develop heart problems later in life.

Navigating pregnancy with a heart condition: What you need to know

Having a pre-existing heart condition can complicate pregnancy. Ashley Zink, M.D., discusses how specialized care helps women achieve positive outcomes.

Getting to the heart of your pregnancy: What cardiovascular changes you can expect

Pregnancy puts a big demand on your heart. Learn how your cardiovascular system adapts to keep you and your baby healthy.

Newborn screening gives babies a head start for a healthier future

Newborn blood samples provide lifesaving information about their health. See how these screenings give babies a chance at a healthier future.

5 myths about pregnancy-related genetic testing and counseling

Genetic counseling can help provide clarity before, during, and after pregnancy, but there are some myths about what it can and can’t tell patients. A UT Southwestern expert separates myths from reality.

HELLP and heredity collide in a remarkably rare pregnancy journey

A normal pregnancy takes a turn at 32 weeks with two rare conditions that imperil both mother and baby.

What does it mean to be a carrier for fragile X syndrome?

Learn what it means to be a carrier for fragile X syndrome, the genetic risks, and how to seek genetic counseling to support your family’s health.

Glucose guide: Monitoring blood sugar during pregnancy

Continuous glucose monitors have taken the diabetes world by storm. But are they the right fit for pregnant patients? Our expert breaks down key factors to consider when looking for the perfect blood sugar monitor for you.

Are wearable breast pumps worth the hype?

Dive into the future of breastfeeding technology and discover whether wearable breast pumps are right for you. Factor in cost, effectiveness, reliability, and more.

RhoGAM shortage: Managing Rh incompatibility in pregnancy

UT Southwestern is taking a proactive stance to protect women and newborns who may be Rh incompatible during a nationwide shortage of Rho(D) immune globulin (RhIg).

Studying the connection between anxiety and preterm birth

Patients with a history of preterm birth have higher rates and severity scores of anxiety, according to a new study conducted at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

How does a father’s age affect fertility and a baby’s health?

How can a dad’s age affect fertility? Explore potential age-related risks to sperm health, pregnancy, and the baby’s future health.

Can genetic testing explain the cause of recurrent miscarriages?

Half of all miscarriages are caused by chromosomal abnormalities. UT Southwestern discusses when genetic testing might be valuable after a miscarriage.

First postpartum depression pill approved by FDA: What to know

The FDA approved the first ever pill to specifically treat postpartum depression. Zuranolone is taken once a day for two weeks, and studies show it can begin easing depression symptoms after only three days.