12 Weeks Pregnant

Got questions about Week 12? Other ladies have wondered…

Q: What is the "first look" (Nuchal folds) test my doctor suggested?

"The 'first look' or Nuchal folds test, also know as the Nuchal translucency test (NT), is recommended in the first trimester as a tool to screen for your risk of having a baby with Down syndrome. In the past, women over 35, who are considered to have the greatest risk of having a Down syndrome baby..." Read More

Q: Are cell phones dangerous during pregnancy?

"Some recent studies seem to indicate that there may be cause for concern for your developing baby. Cell phones generate low levels of electromagnetic radiation, the same kind of radiofrequency waves you encounter with microwaves, TVs, and dozens of other machines you encounter everyday. But with cell phones, because you are probably using them so often, and they're concentrated around your body, some researchers have cautioned pregnant women to take steps to minimize their exposure. Here are a few suggestions..." Read More

Q: What can I do about pregnancy acne?

"Lots of moms-to-be notice that their skin is worse during pregnancy. Contrary to popular belief, this doesn't have to do with whether the baby is a boy or girl, but may be related to an increase in skin oils due to hormonal changes..." Read More