The development of the immune system from fetus to neonate is a very complex yet perfectly designed process. Vaginal deliveries help baby to develop a healthy microflora by passing through the birth canal and receiving natural probiotics during that journey. Human milk for human babies helps baby develop his or her own immunity. Human…

Are you thinking about trying to get pregnant? Congratulations! Preparing you and your partner’s bodies for pregnancy are important factors in pre-pregnancy planning. When you and your partner decide that you are ready to start a family, one of the first steps you should take is speaking to your doctor before you become pregnant. “Schedule…

  Why see a health care provider early in pregnancy?   Give you and your baby the best start by seeing a health care provider early. Prenatal care is the care you receive during pregnancy, and a healthy pregnancy is the best way to promote a healthy birth. Mothers who receive little or no prenatal…

  Developing a heat-related illness is one of the biggest summer health hazards. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 600 people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year. The main cause of any heat-related illness is your body’s inability to cool itself down. When the body’s…

  A summer pregnancy in Albuquerque may not always be the easiest. We understand that you may be feeling uncomfortable, agitated and overheated. Your body is working overtime to cool down and the 100-degree dry heat doesn’t help. Because of these factors, it is important that pregnant women take proper precautions so overheating does not…

  It’s decision time! Once the exciting news of your pregnancy sets in, it’s time to consider who you want to help care for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy journey. Every woman deserves a safe and satisfying birth experience and taking time early in your pregnancy to learn about the different types of…

  In vitro fertilization (IVF) is an intricate sequence of procedures used to aid in the conception of a child when a couple is experiencing infertility, illness or genetic concerns.   In very generic terms, during IVF, mature eggs are harvested from ovaries and fertilized by sperm in a lab. The fertilized egg (embryo) is…