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I have previously written that there is limited clear information on pregnancy and Covid; however, based on other respiratory viruses it was felt that pregnant women would be at an increased risk of infection. But early data from other parts of the world had not quite proven this to be the case for Covid. It was felt preliminarily that the risks to pregnant women were similar to age and comorbidity matched non pregnant women. There is some newer data to suggest pregnant women may indeed be at a higher risk. Let’s dive into it.
I’ve been at a loss for words with regards to how I wanted to address a blog post on racial equality as it pertains to my professional career. There is national data on obstetrical and gynecological outcomes that show racial disparities. Then there is what I can do on the micro-level of my practice or even the care I provider as an individual. I want to explore both of those to shed some light on where I can improve.
We are about a month into our stay-at-home, social distancing, quarantine, “new normal” lifestyles and I wanted to take a minute to write about mental health in times like these. Is anyone out there not more anxious than normal?!? There are just endless new things to worry about on top of what was present before, am I right?
I hope this blog finds you all healthy and safe. We greatly appreciate everyone practicing social distancing, as it keeps you well, decreases Corona spread, and ultimately (and selfishly) keeps fewer people in the hospital or our office who are sick or carriers thus reducing our chances of getting sick or spreading disease. At Kamm McKenzie we are doing many virtual visits now. How does this work? Who is a candidate? What can you do virtually instead of in person? Let’s do our best to answer these questions. We are here to help you, and we really need our Kamm McKenzie patients support us as well during this crazy time.
After putting the kids to bed tonight and reflecting on this past week, I realized just how much the Coronavirus pandemic has affected me, my family and friends, my fellow healthcare colleagues, and especially my patients. Each morning as I put on my scrubs and brushed my teeth, I would stare into the mirror in a foggy haze and contemplate what the new day would bring.
This blog will share the most recent information that was distributed to us by the Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine (these are the high-risk pregnancy experts). My goal is to explain the information in an easy to understand way.
I hate to break the news to you, but it seems like this new Coronavirus (COVID-19) is going to make its way around. I hope I am wrong and that diligent self quarantine will minimize exposure in the USA and we can all dodge a bullet. However, we want our office and our patients to be as best prepared as possible.
Everyday we get a wide variety of questions from expecting moms about their babies’ movements inside. When should I feel it? Why is my baby moving so much? Why can’t I feel my baby moving enough? What’s this weird thing I am feeling? Is my baby ok? Let’s take a few minutes to review fetal movement from the beginning.
Now that you’re pregnant, you might have noticed an increase in gum or tooth sensitivity, even if you have not changed your normal eating or oral hygiene patterns. That’s because normally occurring hormonal shifts during pregnancy can increase the risk for gum disease, or gingivitis. However, by maintaining good oral hygiene habits before and during pregnancy, you can reduce your risk for gingivitis as well as improve your chances for a healthy pregnancy and baby!