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  • A baby playing in a cardboard box.
    Coronavirus Resources

    Keep Calm: New Parents and COVID-19

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    While there is no evidence that babies are more susceptible to coronavirus, it’s important for new parents to take extra precautions to avoid spreading germs and stock up on the necessities, like...

  • A mom-to-be meets with her doctor.
    Health Care

    What a 15-Minute Lab Test Can Reveal About Your Pregnancy

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    A few simple lab tests can help moms-to-be understand the health of their baby and sidestep potential issues later on in their pregnancy.

  • Pregnant Woman Looking at Photos on a Cell Phone with her Mom.
    Health Care

    How to Have a Healthy Pregnancy with Gestational Diabetes

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    Learn more about gestational diabetes, how it's diagnosed and ways to treat it effectively.

  • A pregnant mother teaching her daughter healthy eating habits
    Health Care

    Ways to Manage Gestational Diabetes

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    Discover lifestyle adjustments and expert guidance that can help you manage your gestational diabetes for a safe and healthy pregnancy.

  • An AdventHealth team member greets a Guatemala family outside a malnutrition center in San Juan, Guatemala.
    Health Care

    Guatemala Mission Trip: Volcanoes, Children and Lessons

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    About 35 AdventHealth team members came to Antigua, Guatemala for a week in October 2019 to provide treatment, bring supplies and spread joy. It was the 11th year they had done so.

  • A mom holds her newborn infant.
    Health Care

    Hurricanes and New Parents: How to Be Ready

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    Having a baby adds new requirements to hurricane planning. We’ve put together a list of what you’ll need ahead of time to ensure your baby is safe and well-fed.

  • Pregnant woman looking at photos
    Health Care

    Preparing Your Hurricane Birth Plan

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    Even though your odds of going into labor during a hurricane are low, it's a good idea to know what to expect if it happens. Here's advice on how to prepare.

  • Pregnant woman asking her doctor for advice.
    Health Care

    Foods to Avoid for a Healthy Pregnancy

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    Expecting a baby means a lot of changes, including what you can eat. Learn how to keep you and your baby safe by avoiding these foods during pregnancy.

  • Baby laughing while his mother is holding him.
    Health Care

    5 Things to Know About Preeclampsia During Pregnancy

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    If you're pregnant, you may have heard of preeclampsia from your family, friends, or doctors. In fact, preeclampsia is the most common complication during pregnancy affecting roughly one in twenty...