Cervical cancer affects women worldwide. Fortunately, it is one of the easier cancers to prevent and treat. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there are two screening tests…
Should I exercise when I’m pregnant? This is a question often asked from expecting mothers from me and other healthcare providers. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology recommends a…
So you previously gave birth via Cesarean and you are expecting your next child. Do you know how you will give birth this time around? You may be able to…
Pregnancy is an exciting time, filled with joys and expectations. But, if you learn your child has a birth defect, joy is overtaken by anxiety, stress and the unknown. Spina…
When it comes to our hormones and our diets, we sometimes feel overwhelmed since there is so much information. Allow me to provide some explanation regarding the hormone insulin and…
Congratulations of your pregnancy! You have been told over and over to take your prenatal vitamins including folate prior to conceiving. But has anyone advised you about your dental hygiene?…
As we all know, excessive alcohol consumption and smoking cigarettes are not healthy habits. But during pregnancy, smoking and drinking can cause quite harm to you and your unborn child.…
TV, Smartphones, IPads…HOW MUCH VIEWING IS OK FOR OUR CHILDREN?
We have consistently been informed to limit the amount of time a child or teen watches TV and plays video games. Experts are concerned because such kids may develop ADHD,…
Epigenetics and our HEALTH….. “Will I develop Parkinson’s disease because my father has it?’
We have often heard that we are a product of our GENES and our ENVIRONMENT. Have you noticed we have all become somewhat desensitized to finding out a friend or…
We often hear about diabetes, specifically Type 1 and Type 2 but we are not as knowledgeable about gestational diabetes, which affects pregnant women. Let’s review this topic. Gestational diabetes…
The # 1 Under-diagnosed Disease in Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period…
As often as we discuss the excitement of pregnancy and how to best care for the mom and her unborn child, our thoughts and conversations rarely center on postpartum depression…
Pregnancy is an exciting time as you prepare for a new bundle of joy growing inside your body. It can also be a time filled with nausea, heartburn and lower…
You have been hearing about the benefits of breast milk as long as you’ve been living! From the pre-mature new born to the full-term infant, breast milk is best. It…
My baby is standing and ready to walk. There are so many choices, which one should I choose? Let us take a look: Seated walkers and exercisers. For these options…
Skin-to-Skin (Kangaroo) Care for Preterm and Ill Infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
The World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Baby-Friendly USA, and…
In case you find yourself parenting a preemie through the NICU and beyond, learn what to expect from moms who have made it to the other side. Some parents discover…
Parents can take measures to reduce the risk of SIDS
Each year about 2,500 infants in the U.S. die from sudden infant death syndrome, more commonly known as SIDS. The number of deaths have been cut in half since the…
Diaper Distributions were created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. With many of our program services having to be put on hold due to County health restrictions, Miracle Babies still wanted to help families in need. With the help of the San Diego Food Bank, we are able to host weekly Diaper Distributions to San Diego County families. These are no-contact distributions where the family never has to leave their vehicle. Miracle Babies will load the diapers directly into the car based on the need of each family.