Placental abruption

Placental abruption triggers when the placenta pulls away from the wall of your uterus before your baby is born. Here’s how to spot the signs of this serious pregnancy complication. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/bleeding-during-pregnancyOpens a new window[Accessed July 2023] ACOG. The Rh factor: How it can affect your pregnancy....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Meredith Duncan

Playground safety

Also, learn how to identify the safest playgrounds. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Safety-on-the-Playground.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed July 2020] CDC. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.https://www.cdc.gov/safechild/playground/index.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed July 2020] CPSC. Consumer Product Safety Commission.https://www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/playgrounds/playground-safetyOpens a new window[Accessed July 2020] CPSC. Public playground safety checklist. Consumer Product Safety Commission....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 143 words · Caroline Powell DVM

Pneumonia in babies

Pneumonia in babies can be mild, but it can also progress quickly and become very serious. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/Pneumonia.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed November 2022] American Lung Association. Learn about pneumonia.https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/pneumonia/learn-about-pneumoniaOpens a new window[Accessed November 2022] American Lung Association. What causes pneumonia?https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/pneumonia/what-causes-pneumoniaOpens a new window[Accessed November 2022]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · Kenneth Hicks

Poisoning in children

Call 911 or 800-222-1222 (poison control) if your child has been exposed to something poisonous. Do not make a run at make your child vomit. Put the poison control number in your mobile phone and post it next to all phones at home. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Liquid nicotine used in e-cigarettes can kill children....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 131 words · Kevin Scott

Postpartum back pain: How to get relief

Postpartum back pain is very common. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Back pain during pregnancy.http://www.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/Back-Pain-During-PregnancyOpens a new window[Accessed February 2022] Bastiaenen CHG et al. Long-term effectiveness and costs of a brief self-management intervention in women with pregnancy-related low back pain after delivery. Pregnancy and Childbirth 14:48....

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Terry Jones

Postpartum bleeding (lochia)

Postpartum bleeding called lochia is a normal part of your recovery after birth. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. 3 conditions to watch for after childbirth. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/experts-and-stories/the-latest/3-conditions-to-watch-for-after-childbirthOpens a new window[Accessed February 2022] ACOG. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/postpartum-birth-controlOpens a new window[Accessed February 2022] ACOG. You and your baby: prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum care....

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 220 words · Tiffany Cummings

Postpartum chills

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Boushra M et al. Postpartum Infection.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK560804/Opens a new window[Accessed November 2021] Buckley SJ. Executive Summary ofHormonal Physiology of Childbearing: Evidence and Implications for Women, Babies, and Maternity Care. Intense Shivering After Your Baby’s Born? Incidence of Shivering after Cesarean Section under Spinal Anesthesia with or without Intrathecal Sufentanil: A Randomized Study....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 192 words · Rebecca Meyer

Postpartum depression (PPD)

Postpartum depression is a treatable maternal mental health condition that affects 1 in 8 moms in the United States. Here are the symptoms to look for, and how it’s possible for you to get help. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. National Alliance on Mental Illness. Women’s experiences with postpartum anxiety disorders: a narrative literature review....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Angela Tanner

Postpartum infections

Your recovering body is vulnerable to postpartum infections after you give birth. Common signs include fever, chills, and a general sense of illness. Many of these infections are easy to treat, but some may be life threatening. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. FAQ006: Cesarean birth (C-section). American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 159 words · Tammy Jordan

Postpartum melasma (chloasma)

Pregnant women can get dark patches on their face, neck, and arms called melasma. But these dark patches can last long after your baby’s born. They’re not harmful, but they can be frustrating to deal with. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American Academy of Dermatology.https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/melasma-treatmentOpens a new window[Accessed February 2022]...

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 245 words · Jordan Garza

Postpartum rectal bleeding

The most common rectal bleeding causes are hemorrhoids or constipation. To prevent constipation, add extra fiber into your diet, drink lots of water, and exercise often. And get medical help right away if you have heavy rectal bleeding. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. 9:788823.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fsurg.2022.788823/fullOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Cleveland Clinic....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 123 words · Steven Jefferson

Postpartum skin changes

But pregnancy isn’t the only time you may notice shifts in your skin health. Many skin changes continue or spring up after delivery as well. Like many postpartum issues, though, most of these can fade and resolve with time. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology of India....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Karen Morales

Postpartum varicose veins

Varicose veins in pregnancy are most common in your legs. These bulging, enlarged veins can feel achy or itchy but are otherwise typically harmless. Postpartum varicose veins often fade or disappear within 12 weeks of giving birth. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. 2021.https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/varicose-veins/symptoms-causes/syc-20350643Opens a new window[Accessed February 2022] Cedars Sinai....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Gary Huff