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- Making a birth plan is a great way to learn your options and share them with us. Use Kaiser Permanente's birth plan template to get started.
- You will need some time to recover after giving birth. Find out what to expect as you recover in the hospital and after you go home with baby.
- Learn about fetal development and what you (and your baby-to-be) can expect during weeks 9 to 12 of pregnancy. Every week brings new developments.
- During weeks 5 to 8 of pregnancy, your baby’s brain and heart start to develop. Learn more about your baby’s development from Kaiser Permanente.
- Are you having labor contractions? Is it time to go to the hospital? Kaiser Permanente is here to help you identify when it's time.
- If you're continuing to work throughout your pregnancy, these tips can help you manage morning sickness and fight fatigue.
- What is alcohol use disorder? Alcohol use disorder means that a person drinks alcohol even though it causes harm to themselves or others. It can range from mild to severe. People with this disorder may find it hard to control their alcohol use. Over time, drinking too much alcohol may cause health problems, like liver...
- Do you know what to pack in your hospital bag for the big day? Make sure you have everything you need using Kaiser Permanente's maternity checklist.
- Our Travel Advisory Service offers health advice tailored to your destinations, activities, and medical history.
- Are you concerned that someone you know may have depression? Depression is a mental health condition that makes a person feel sad, lose interest in things they used to enjoy, and withdraw from others. It's more than normal sadness, grief, or low energy. Most people with depression need some type of treatment. Counseling...
- Kaiser Permanente Washington members give birth at this and other affiliated hospitals.
- Emotional during pregnancy? Ups and downs are inevitable, so it's important to know how to deal with them and ask for support when you need it.
- Expecting twins or more? Having multiples means we'll need to see you for prenatal visits more often to make sure you and your babies are all doing well.
- Calculating the due date of baby? Enter first day of your last period date into our due date calculator to get an idea of your baby's birthday!
- Your body is designed to give you pre-labor signs. Learn about the bloody show, water breaking, and other signs of labor from Kaiser Permanente.
- Learn ways to help your child who has a mental health condition.
- Bringing home a second baby? Get helpful tips on easing your older child's transition from being an only child to being a big sister or brother.
- In bringing baby home from the hospital, there are things to know. Each state requires a blood test, and there are other tests and procedures to consider.
- In weeks 21 to 24 of pregnancy, your baby weighs 1 pound, sleeps 12 to 14 hours, and gets a stronger heartbeat. Discover more at Kaiser Permanente.
- You just spent 9 months keeping your baby safe inside your womb. Now that baby is here, it's only natural to be concerned about his or her health.
- Discusses how to work with your doctor, how to prepare for different types of appointments, and what to do after appointments. Includes questions to ask about recommended tests and treatments.
- Discusses ectopic pregnancy (tubal pregnancy), a condition in which a fertilized egg grows outside of the uterus. Covers tests and treatments. Discusses complications, including fallopian tube damage. Covers risk factors like smoking, PID, and tubal ligation.
- What is a cesarean section (C-section)? A cesarean section is the delivery of a baby through a cut (incision) in the mother's belly and uterus. It's often called a C-section. Sometimes a C-section is needed for the safety of the mother or baby. When is a C-section needed? In most cases, doctors do a C-section because of...
- Now that you're carrying precious cargo, you're probably wondering how to keep your baby safe during your pregnancy. Here are a few pregnancy dos and don'ts.
- Offers links to information on health screenings and on reducing risk factors for injury and disease.
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