13 Weeks Pregnant

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Q: My husband is afraid he might hurt the baby if we have sex. Is this true?

"This is a fairly universal concern that most fathers-to-be have on their minds. As far as hurting the baby, worry not: The baby is well protected by the uterine wall, the amniotic fluid, and the amniotic sac. The opening to the uterus, the cervix, is also closed and has a mucus plug to protect the uterus and your baby..." Read More

Q: What kind of vaginal discharge is normal?

"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: Is it safe for a pregnant woman to use a laptop directly on her lap?

"Laptops have become such a fixture in our work and personal lives, the thought of not being able to use it safely ... well, it might be like telling a mom-to-be that she can't drive a car! Luckily, a laptop is safe to use in pregnancy. Some laptops can get warmer than others, but the heat should not cause a problem for your baby, nor should any fear of radiation. Place the laptop on your thighs or..." Read More