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Tips for Choosing a Maternity Hospital

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Learn about the characteristics you should look for when choosing a maternity hospital. Find advice and useful information to help you make the best decision for your family.

Preparing for Parenthood: Lifestyle Choices to Support a Healthy Pregnancy Journey

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Understand the lifestyle choices you can make to improve your chances of having a healthy, viable pregnancy.

Addressing Mood and Anxiety Disorders in Pregnant and Postpartum Moms

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Are you a new mom struggling with mood and anxiety disorders? Learn to recognize symptoms, understand risk factors, and find compassionate support and treatment.

Black Maternal Health Week: The Story of Kira Johnson and the Call for Awareness

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Learn about Kira Dixon Johnson and her tragic death just hours after giving birth. Unfortunately, her story is but one example of the devastation that is all too common among black women.

Highlighting Black Maternal Health Week: Preterm Labor and Preterm Birth

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Like maternal mortality, racial disparities also exist when it comes to preterm birth in the U.S., with 14.2% of Black infants born prematurely compared to only 9.2% of their white counterparts. Learn more about preterm labor and birth from a CHRISTUS expert for Black Maternal Health Week.

Highlighting Black Maternal Health Week: Maternal Mortality Among Black Mothers

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Each year in the U.S., approximately 700 women die during pregnancy or in the 12 months after delivery, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Many of these deaths are preventable, and racial disparities continue to persist in maternal care. In fact, Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women in the U.S.

Highlighting Black Maternal Health Week: The Risks of Chronic Hypertension during Pregnancy

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Monitoring blood pressure is an important part of any pregnancy, but high blood pressure—known as hypertension—can have adverse effects for both a mother and her baby. According to a recent article published in the Journal of Women’s Health, Black women in the United States have rates of hypertension that are 50% higher than white women, and they are 40% more likely to develop cardiovascular disease—for which hypertension is a risk factor.

Nurturing Your Newborn’s Sleep and Feeding Habits

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Discover the essential guide to mastering newborn care, feeding, and sleep for a blissful baby. Uncover expert tips and strategies to establish healthy routines, ensuring your little one’s happiness and your peace of mind.

Midwife vs. OBGYN: Understanding Your Choices for Childbirth Care

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Explore the differences between midwives and OB-GYNs to make an informed decision for your childbirth journey. Learn about their roles, training, and how they contribute to your prenatal, delivery, and postpartum experience.

You've Been Diagnosed with Preeclampsia: Now What?

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