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New parents often feel overwhelmed with joy and stress as they begin planning for their little one’s grand debut. For instance, some moms may find themselves researching what foods they can’t eat or why some medications are more harmful to pregnancy than others. Here is what you need to know about the causes, symptoms, and signs of cystic fibrosis, and how to help your child if they’re diagnosed with CF.

Pregnancy hormones give you that healthy glow, stimulate fetal development, and trigger your body's responses to physical activity. You're likely familiar with some of these hormones – like hCG (remember the fateful pink lines on your pregnancy test?). But what other hormones impact your body during pregnancy? And what do they mean? From estrogen and progesterone to relaxin and oxytocin, we'll fill you in on the six pregnancy hormones that you need to know about. We'll also look at how prenatal screening tests analyze hormones and what they reveal about your pregnancy.

It's the tenth week of your pregnancy and you may be starting to show. It's probably beginning to sink in that one day in the not-so-distant future you'll be holding your baby in your arms. Until that day comes, there are a few things you can do to prepare, like checking in on your baby's healthy development through prenatal screening tests. NTD Eurofins offers several prenatal screening tests that answer some of your most pressing baby development questions – even at just 10 weeks of pregnancy. Here's what to expect as your pregnancy continues.

"We're expecting!" is among the most exciting and exhilarating announcements a couple will ever make. For first time parents, pregnancy plunges them into a new adventure full of twists and turns which they've never had reason to think about. Not the least of which is an expanded vocabulary of medical words – like preeclampsia. As you're embarking on this journey of new motherhood, information is your best friend. The more you know, the better care you can take of yourself and your growing baby.

When couples announce, “We’re pregnant!” dads can sometimes feel like bystanders, wondering how to help with the pregnancy while watching the calendar click toward the due date. Here are four ways that you can participate in your partner's pregnancy and give her the support that she needs.

From the moment you find out you're pregnant, you want to know more about the baby growing inside you. While you're full of hopes and dreams for your developing little one, you also want to be sure he or she is growing normally. That's where prenatal genetic testing comes in. So, what is trisomy? What is the difference between Down syndrome, trisomy 18, and trisomy 13? And are there prenatal screening tests that can tell you whether your baby is at risk for these chromosomal abnormalities? We'll answer each of these questions so you have all the information you need to decide whether genetic testing is right for you.

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is now a global pandemic. People everywhere are worried about how the disease will affect them. Understandably, pregnant women are particularly concerned with how to prevent COVID-19. Not only do they have their own health to worry about, but they also have the well-being of their babies to consider. The situation is rapidly evolving and there is much we still don’t know. Yet doctors and scientists are working around the clock to find answers. Here we'll cover what experts currently know about COVID-19 and pregnancy, plus recommendations for protecting yourself from COVID-19 while pregnant.

If you're pregnant and you're trying to decide where to start when it comes to decorating your baby's nursery, you're not alone. As you’re preparing for your baby’s arrival, you may be wondering what decor benefits babies' developing minds the best. Decorating your nursery with brain-friendly decor, art, toys, and other items significantly impacts babies' developing minds. Here are some tips on baby room decor ideas supported by professionals.

Back in the day, all gender reveal parties were held in only one venue: the hospital delivery room. Today's technology makes it possible for parents to reveal the answer to the most commonly asked pregnancy question long before labor pains begin. Even on an emotional level, knowing the gender of your baby makes this amazing adventure and all the new changes and challenges to come feel more real. To celebrate this milestone in your pregnancy, have a look at these gender reveal ideas and get inspired to host a party of your own.

When you're pregnant, you may feel like you're undergoing constant prenatal screening and tests. However, a biochemical screening is especially important. These screenings are an important tool in diagnosing certain maternal conditions are typically quick and non-invasive, but they provide a wealth of information that will be valuable to you and your doctor.