Pregnancy – Showcase Magazine

The Family Birthing Center at DRMC

FREE CLASSES AVAILABLE Childbirth Education This class is taught by a certified childbirth educator who reviews the anatomy of pregnancy, the stages of labor, breathing techniques for each stage of labor, epidural anesthesia, and basic infant care. Classes are held on the first Saturday of each month from 9 am to 4… Continue reading

Newborn Care

It’s common to feel unprepared if you are having your first baby. Taking a newborn care class during your pregnancy can help to prepare you for the real thing. During your hospital stay, don’t hesitate to ask the nurses for help with basic baby care. Before discharge, make sure you — and your partner —… Continue reading

Couplet Care: Strengthening the Bonds of Families

At Danville Regional Medical Center (DRMC) new mothers, fathers and family members share one of the happiest experiences of their lives with a team of caring and compassionate professionals who believe in making the moment as fabulous as it should be. “Nothing takes the place of helping to bring a new life into the world,”… Continue reading

Pregnancy Questions

When to call the doctor When you are pregnant, do not hesitate to call your doctor or midwife if something is bothering or worrying you. Sometimes physical changes can be signs of a problem. Call your doctor or midwife as soon as you can if you: Are bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina. Have… Continue reading

39 Things That Change After Having a Baby

You learn what unconditional love really means. – Patricia Hooker-Moss You have to schedule spontaneity. –Michelle Trainor You finally know what it means to never take any moment for granted. – Tracy Jacobs You learn that a pet isn’t the same as a child. –Frannie Wrenn Children are the greatest teachers. –Brian Henderson You… Continue reading

9 Months Equals 39 Weeks

Many people think of pregnancy as lasting for nine months. Basic math would indicate that nine months times 4 weeks in a month is 36 weeks. But, in reality, nine months is really 39 weeks. Research shows that when it comes to having a baby, those three weeks can make a huge difference in the… Continue reading

Prenatal Care: Talking to Your Doctor

Preconception care can improve your chances of becoming pregnant, having a healthy pregnancy, and delivering a healthy baby. Here is a helpful checklist of the things you should discuss with your doctor if you are considering becoming pregnant: Family planning and choices for birth control. Taking 400 to 800 micrograms of folic acid every day… Continue reading

Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s See your doctor regularly. Continue taking folic acid throughout your pregnancy. Eat a variety of healthy foods. When cooking, keep raw meats, poultry, and seafood from touching other foods or surfaces and cook raw meat thoroughly. Clean, handle, cook, and chill food properly to prevent foodborne illness. Wash produce before eating it. Wash cooking… Continue reading

Planning for Pregnancy

Every parent wants to have a healthy baby. Planned pregnancy not only helps parents to be well-informed and well-prepared at every stage of pregnancy, it can also improve a woman’s ability to deliver a healthy baby. Preconception Preconception health means knowing how a woman’s health could affect her unborn child should she become pregnant. For… Continue reading

Fourth Time’s the Charm

Dan and Renee’ Veasey have been married for fourteen years and have four children after recently welcoming baby Joah on February 17, 2014, at Danville Regional Medical Center (DRMC). Their family also includes ten-year-old Alyssa, seven-year-old Iliana, and three-year-old Tovi. Iliana and Tovi were also born at DRMC under the previous nursery care model, where… Continue reading

Top 10 Things to Take with You to the Hospital when Having a Baby

1. Your birth plan, if you have one. 2. Lip balm because your lips may get extremely dry. 3. Men’s Crew socks are comfortable. 4. Loose pajamas and slippers will come in handy. Some women may prefer clogs. 5. Hair bands or clips to keep your hair out of your face during delivery. 6. Your… Continue reading

Top 10 Common Physical Changes During Pregnancy

10 Common Physical Changes During Pregnancy 1. You may experience more runny noses and congestion. 2. You will feel the need to urinate more often. 3. If you don’t adjust your calcium intake, your body may steal it from your teeth and bones. 4. Your breasts will feel tender and may be larger. 5. You… Continue reading

Healing Your Body After Delivering a Baby

Healing Your Body Although pregnancy is very rewarding, it is a tough time for the mother. Your body is going through many different changes. Dr. Ema Kulwa says, “Everybody needs to be supportive of the mother, especially the father.” Yes, fathers do play a role in the health of the mother. But it’s the mothers… Continue reading

Choosing How to Deliver Your Baby

One of the biggest decisions about the big day is how mom will choose to have her baby. Will it be a vaginal birth or a cesarean section delivery? Will there be an epidural or not? It’s important to discuss all of the options with your doctor before the big day so that whenever possible,… Continue reading

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