Category Archives: Postnatal Care

Adenosine for the Management of Neonatal and Pediatric Supraventricular Tachycardia

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Doctor

Contributing Editor: Marcia L. Buck, Pharm.D.; Editorial Board: Kristi N. Hofer, Pharm.D.; Michelle W. McCarthy, Pharm.D. Introduction Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is the most common symptomatic arrhythmia of childhood, occurring in 1 in 250 to 1,000 children. In October 1989, adenosine … Continue reading →

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Distinguishing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome From Child Abuse Fatalities

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Doctor

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS. Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect ABSTRACT. In most cases, when a healthy infant younger than 1 year dies suddenly and unexpectedly, the cause is sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). SIDS is more common than infanticide. … Continue reading →

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Choosing Gynecologist

Posted on April 5, 2009 by Doctor

Many women feel awkward and even a bit frightened when they see their gynecologist for a routine check up. This level of anxiety can be compounded when there’s a serious medical problem requiring continuing visits. For this reason, women are … Continue reading →

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Contraceptives and Breastfeeding

Posted on April 3, 2009 by Doctor

If you’ve had a baby recently, congratulations! This can be an exciting time for both you and your baby as you get to know one another. You may also be ready to get back to leading a normal family life … Continue reading →

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Birth Control Pill and Cancer

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Doctor

You’ve probably heard about an association between the use of oral contraceptives and cancer risk. Some studies conducted several years ago showed a possible weak association between use of the birth control pill and breast cancer. What’s the latest word … Continue reading →

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How To Lose That Baby Fat Once And For All!

Posted on March 24, 2009 by Doctor

Your pregnancy weight may have taken nine months to put on, but it seems to be taking much longer than that to take off. While other new moms seem to snap right back to the pre-pregnancy form, you can’t seem … Continue reading →

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Are You Entitled to Maternity Leave?

Posted on May 28, 2008 by Drugs Expert

Maternity leave is the time you take off of work to heal from your labor and delivery, and the time you take to care for your newborn, whether you are the natural mother or whether you adopted a baby. There … Continue reading →

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Pregnancy and Exercise

Posted on April 27, 2008 by Drugs Expert

Exercise is extremely important in promoting health and well-being during your pregnancy. Women who exercise during pregnancy have reduced weight gain, improved moods, improved sleep patterns and most experience a more rapid weight loss after pregnancy!  It also will help … Continue reading →

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Breastfeeding

Posted on April 19, 2008 by Drugs Expert

Breastfeeding is best for your baby, and also has added benefits for you.  It’s a great way to bond with your baby, can help your uterus contract to its normal size, and can you help you lose your pregnancy weight.  … Continue reading →

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