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Article - 5 Minute Read
Should Pregnant Women Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Multiple vaccines have received authorization for emergency use against COVID-19 in the U.S. But should pregnant women get the vaccine? Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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Baby Basics: How to Pack a Diaper Bag
Diaper bags come in all different shapes, sizes, and styles, so finding the right one can be difficult. Choosing the right bag can be just as important as what it contains. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 9 Minute Read
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Postpartum Hypertension
Dr. Katie Berlacher from the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute discusses this serious blood pressure condition that puts some new moms at risk and talks about the care available through the hypertension clinic Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Does COVID-19 Affect Pregnant Women?
Pregnant women are at greater risk from COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Learn more from the experts at UPMC Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Safety
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‘I Love You 366 Days a Year:’ Magee Celebrates Leap Year Babies
Babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital received an especially meaningful Leap Year present. Learn more about the leap day celebration. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 3 Minute Read
How to Choose a Birth Plan
If you’re expecting a baby, you’ve probably thought about everything from names to childcare to how many diapers you’ll need. But what many expectant parents don’t think about are their goals for their labor and delivery experience. Creating a birth plan in advance can help you and your partner outline your wishes for your ideal… Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Pregnancy and Flu Shots: What Expectant Parents Should Know
Discover answers to the most common questions about pregnancy and flu shots, and learn how to best protect a newborn from the flu. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 36 Second Read
It’s a Beautiful Day: UPMC Magee Pays Tribute to Mister Rogers
Newborns at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital cozied up in red crochet cardigans, ties, and sneakers inspired by children’s television icon Fred Rogers for World Kindness Day. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 3 Minute Read
It Takes a Village: The Importance of a Support System for New Parents
Nearly half (48 percent) of new parents don't feel they have the support they need when they're stressed. Learn about the importance of a support system for your newborn. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health