Your Pregnancy Week By Week

Giving baby medication can be a daunting task!

Baby may not cooperate when it’s time to take her medicine. What can you do? Learn about ways to give her medicine and find out about some devices you can use to help you. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

What is RSV in a baby?

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an infection in a baby’s lungs that most often occurs in the winter and spring months. It usually affects children 2 and under. Find out which babies may be at higher risk and what you can do to help protect them. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

I’m over being pregnant–when baby is overdue.

If you pass your due date, you’re not alone. Nearly 10% of all babies are born more than 2 weeks late. Learn how to take care of yourself when baby doesn’t arrive by your due date and when induction may be necessary. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Seat-belt use during pregnancy protects you and baby.

Always wear your seatbelt when you drive. It lowers your chance of getting hurt in an accident. Not wearing it could cause serious injury to yourself or your baby in an accident. Seat belts protect you both. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Is it worth it to return to work?

Whether a parent returns to work after baby’s birth is a decision a couple should make together. Understand how staying home or returning to work can affect the family financially and emotionally. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Start saving now for your child’s future.

It’s always a good idea to set money aside to use solely for your child. Examine ways to start saving now for your child’s future. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

How baby functions after birth.

A lot happens after baby’s birth! Some reflexes are spontaneous and occur as part of normal activity; others are responses to certain actions. Examine baby’s different reflexes and why they are important to his development. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

How do I handle my baby’s cold?

It can be hard to deal with baby when she has a cold. Understand steps you can take to help baby feel better, how to treat it and when to call the doctor. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.