Your Pregnancy Week By Week

With a food allergy, baby’s immune system reacts against certain food proteins as if they were germs. Examine what symptoms may be, how to deal with them and steps to take to avoid or manage food allergies in your baby...

An elective delivery is scheduling a birth for a nonmedical reason before 39 weeks of pregnancy. Learn about the reasons for, and the warnings against, this practice. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

A multiple-marker test is a prenatal screening blood test that helps identify whether baby may have certain types of birth defects. It measures markers found in your blood, which are produced by the fetus and the...

Baby coughing can occur at any time, and it may concern you. Find out what the different coughs are and how to deal with them. Learn about ways to treat a cough, without using medicine. Learn more at...

Kangaroo care is also called skin-to-skin care. It’s good for baby, and mom and dad, too. Understand how it benefits baby and why it’s recommended. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

Are you pregnant and currently on active duty in the military? Each branch of the service has particular policies regarding pregnancy. We include a summary of those policies for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast...

Lactose intolerance means a person has a problem digesting cow’s milk and other milk products. Learn about the symptoms and discover treatment for your baby if he has a problem digesting cow’s milk. Learn more at...

If you experience abuse, it often does not stop during pregnancy. Studies indicate abuse may actually begin or escalate during pregnancy. If you are being abused, find out what you need to do to protect yourself and...

Childcare costs can be a big-budget household expense. The cost of infant and toddler care is the highest. Explore the costs of various types of childcare. Learn about some programs that may assist you. Learn more at...

Going back to work after baby’s arrival can be a tough decision to make. There’s a lot to think about. Examine different stay-at-home scenarios, and explore various solutions. Learn more at yourpregnancyweekbyweek.com.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...