Pregnancy Care

Pregnancy is the period of gestation, usually 40 weeks long. It starts with conception and results in some physical and hormonal alterations in the mother's body. Symptoms are often nausea, tiredness, and mood swings. Frequent visits to the doctor are important to keep an eye on the mother's and the baby's health. Physicians administer prenatal care, ultrasounds, and other tests to monitor the baby's development and catch any complications. Physicians also counsel patients on nutrition, exercise, and childbirth classes. If complications develop, like high blood pressure or diabetes, physicians treat these conditions to keep the pregnancy and delivery safe.