Your Pregnancy Matters

How early can home pregnancy tests show positive results?

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

June 28, 2022

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Which over-the-counter cold medications are safe during pregnancy?

During cold season, we get a lot of questions about what over-the-counter medications are safe to take during pregnancy. Dr. Horsager discusses which drugs are safe and which to skip.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

January 9, 2018

Your Pregnancy Matters

What happens if I get pregnant with an IUD?

Many women rely on intrauterine devices (IUDs) to prevent pregnancy. While the devices are highly effective, pregnancy can happen while using them. When it does, it’s important to seek the care of an Ob/Gyn for pregnancy evaluation and treatment that may reduce complications.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

June 26, 2018

Your Pregnancy Matters

Is it a boy or a girl? The father’s family might provide a clue

Expectant moms often want to know whether their baby will be a boy or girl, and the family makeup of their partner might play a role in determining their baby's sex. Learn more.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

June 25, 2019

Your Pregnancy Matters

5 weird pregnancy symptoms you might not know about

Hair loss, swollen gums, changing taste buds, and carpal tunnel syndrome. They’re less common pregnancy and postpartum symptoms, but still normal.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

September 20, 2016

"Maternal complications resulting from severe hypertension during or after pregnancy are largely preventable. However, severe hypertension, particularly in the postpartum period, often goes unrecognized and untreated because women are not receiving the tools, education, or empowerment they need to monitor and maintain their health after going home with their baby."

Jamie Morgan, M.D. quoted from: Postpartum hypertension: When a new mom's blood pressure is too high

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Landmark cystic fibrosis clinical trial gives patients hope for healthy pregnancies

TRIKAFTA may give patients with cystic fibrosis hope for healthy pregnancies. Learn about the landmark clinical trial to analyze its safety from pregnancy through two years after delivery.