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Studying the connection between anxiety and preterm birth

Studying the connection between anxiety and preterm birth

Patients with a history of preterm birth have higher rates and severity scores of anxiety, according to a new study conducted at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

David Nelson, M.D.

February 9, 2024

How does a father’s age affect fertility and a baby’s health?

How does a father’s age affect fertility and a baby’s health?

How can a dad’s age affect fertility? Explore potential age-related risks to sperm health, pregnancy, and the baby’s future health.

Leen Al-Hafez, M.D. / Heather Fisher, M.S.

October 13, 2023

Can genetic testing explain the cause of recurrent miscarriages?

Can genetic testing explain the cause of recurrent miscarriages?

Half of all miscarriages are caused by chromosomal abnormalities. Leen Al-Hafez, M.D., and Heather Fisher, M.S., discuss when genetic testing might be valuable after a miscarriage.

Leen Al-Hafez, M.D. / Heather Fisher, M.S.

September 19, 2023

First postpartum depression pill approved by FDA: What to know

First postpartum depression pill approved by FDA: What to know

The FDA approved the first ever pill to specifically treat postpartum depression. Zuranolone is taken once a day for two weeks, and studies show it can begin easing depression symptoms after only three days.

Meitra Doty, M.D.

September 12, 2023

Bottoms up! Tips to prevent and treat diaper-area skin irritation in newborns

Bottoms up! Tips to prevent and treat diaper-area skin irritation in newborns

How can you help your baby avoid diaper rash? Jessica Morse, M.D., discusses best practices and products on the Your Pregnancy Matters blog.

Jessica Morse, M.D.

July 24, 2023

What is eclampsia, and how is it different from preeclampsia?

What is eclampsia, and how is it different from preeclampsia?

Eclampsia is a severe form of preeclampsia. It’s a rare but serious condition in which high blood pressure leads to seizures during pregnancy.

Jamie Morgan, M.D.

July 11, 2023

Don't wash breast pump parts in the sink, plus more safety tips

Don't wash breast pump parts in the sink, plus more safety tips

Practicing good breast pump hygiene helps protect babies from potentially dangerous germs. Lactation consultant Kelli Hulsman, M.S., B.S.N., RN, IBCLC, walks parents through the steps of correctly cleaning a breast pump

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

June 20, 2023

Valor’s story: Love, loss, and legacy with trisomy 18

Valor’s story: Love, loss, and legacy with trisomy 18

Kayla Baxter shares the story of her son’s trisomy 18 diagnosis and how she manages the love and loss associated with this chromosomal condition.

Robert Stewart, M.D.

May 31, 2023

How proactive physical therapy can improve pregnancy and postpartum care

How proactive physical therapy can improve pregnancy and postpartum care

Physical therapy can help reduce or prevent pregnancy-related aches and pains, especially for patients with activity restrictions. See how UT Southwestern is ramping up our acute PT offerings for pregnant patients.

Shivani Patel, M.D.

April 25, 2023

Pregnancy before 16 increases long-term health complications for girls and babies

Pregnancy before 16 increases long-term health complications for girls and babies

UTSW researchers found that pregnant girls 15 and younger face steeper health risks than older patients. Learn about our new program to support them, driven by data and community need.

Anne Ambia, M.D.

April 11, 2023

Why the skin condition hidradenitis suppurativa complicates pregnancy

Why the skin condition hidradenitis suppurativa complicates pregnancy

Pregnant patients with hidradenitis suppurativa, an inflammatory skin condition, face a higher risk of pregnancy complications. Explore why and see how to safely manage HS.

Melissa Mauskar, M.D.

February 7, 2023

Alphabet soup! Your guide to pregnancy-related abbreviations

Alphabet soup! Your guide to pregnancy-related abbreviations

Confused by some of the abbreviations and acronyms in your digital pregnancy care chart? Check out our guide to common pregnancy-related shorthand.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

January 31, 2023

PeriPAN: Getting pregnant and postpartum women mental health care faster

PeriPAN: Getting pregnant and postpartum women mental health care faster

Our Ob/Gyns and psychiatrists are teamed up in PeriPAN, a new state pilot program to provide quicker mental health care access for pregnant and postpartum women.

Meitra Doty, M.D.

January 24, 2023

Progesterone and premature birth: What a new study means for pregnant women

Progesterone and premature birth: What a new study means for pregnant women

A UT Southwestern study on progesterone suggests it might not help prevent some preterm births. Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D., discusses what this mean for pregnant patients.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

December 20, 2022

Self-serve birth control? The future of OTC contraceptives

Self-serve birth control? The future of OTC contraceptives

All women deserve safe, effective birth control should they want it. Shivani Patel, M.D., talks about how we can improve access to contraception while keeping women safe and healthy.

Shivani Patel, M.D.

November 22, 2022