Pregnancy

Cesarean Birth
Cesarean birth is the birth of a baby through surgical incision (cuts) made in the abdomen and uterus.

Some reasons for a cesarean birth:

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The procedure:

Later Childbearing

Multiple Pregnancy
Failure of Labor to Progress
Concern for the Baby

Problems with the Placenta
Previous Cesarean Birth

Anesthesia: Anesthesia will be applied so that you do not feel pain during surgery
Delivery: The surgeon through your skin and the wall of the abdomen makes an incision. The skin incision may be transverse (horizontal) or vertical, just above the pubic hairline. The muscles in the abdomen are moved and in most cases, they don’t need to be cut. Another incision will be made in the wall of the uterus. The incision in the wall of the uterus also will be either transverse or vertical
Complications:
Cesarean birth, like other major surgery, may involve risks. These problems occur in a small number of women and usually are easily treated
Post Delivery:
If you are awake for the surgery, you can probably hold your baby right away
You will be taken to a recovery room or directly to your room
Your blood pressure, pulse rate, breathing rate and abdomen will be checked regularly
A hospital stay after a cesarean birth is usually two to four days
After You Go Home:
It will take a few weeks for your abdomen to heal. To prevent infection, for a few weeks after cesarean birth you should not place anything in your vagina or have sex

Fertility

Health Problems

Exercise During Pregnancy

Benefits of Exercise
Become active and exercise for at least 30 minutes on most days of the week can benefit your health:

Helps reduce backaches, constipation, bloating and swelling
May help prevent or treat gestational diabetes
Increases your energy
Improves your mood
Improves your posture
Promotes muscle tone, strength and endurance
Helps you sleep better

Other Major Factors and Screenings that Contribute to a Healthy Pregnancy

Nutrition During Pregnancy

Folic Acid

Basic Nutrients
Extra Nutrients

Initial Lab Tests
Blood Tests
Blood Type and Antibody Screen
Hematocrit and Hemoglobin
Syphilis
Rubella
Hepatitis B Virus
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Routine Tests During Pregnancy

Urine Test
Cervical Test
Maternal Serum Screening Tests
Alpha-Fetoprotein Test
Ultrasound