Diabetes During Pregnancy: Risks to the Baby
When a mother has diabetes, her baby is at risk for problems. Read on to learn more.
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) in Newborns
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesCMV (cytomegalovirus) is a herpes virus. It is very common. It affects people of all ages and in all parts of the U.S. In most cases, CMV causes mild symptoms, or no symptoms at all. But it can cause serious problems in an unborn baby or newborn.
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) in Premature Babies
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesChronic lung disease is the general term for long-term breathing problems in premature babies. It’s also called bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). Here’s what you need to know about this condition.
Congenital Heart Disease
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesHeart problems are the most common kind of birth defects. While children with some heart defects can be monitored by a doctor and treated with medicine, others will need to have surgery.
Blood Types in Pregnancy
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesA baby may have the blood type and Rh factor of either parent, or a combination of both parents.
The Benefits of Mother’s Own Milk
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesPremature babies who get breastmilk develop better eyesight. They also often do better on intelligence tests as they grow older.