Genetic Syndromes: What Are They and How Are They Inherited?
During pregnancy, all women take a diagnostic test to detect possible abnormalities. These tests, in most cases, are negative, but…
Pregnancy complications and illnesses
During your pregnancy, there could be complications, whether small or serious. You should know what they are and be up-to-date on problems that may come up during pregnancy. Your health and your baby’s health come first, so read all about it here at You are Mom.
What Is Cervical Insufficiency in Pregnancy?
Cervical insufficiency in pregnancy, also called cervical incompetence or incompetent cervix, represents 10% of the causes of preterm birth (before…
Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Newborns
Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is a respiratory syndrome that usually happens in newborns. It’s triggered by a lack of surfactant…
What Is Cytomegalovirus? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a type of virus that is found worldwide and is directly related to the virus that causes…
Polytrauma and Pregnancy in Women
The link between polytrauma and pregnancy is becoming more common because women tend to keep working until the end of pregnancy. In addition, it also has to do with spending more time in the car. The combination of these factors…