Midwifery refers to the care of women and childbearing people during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, as well as care of the newborn baby. They may also provide gynecologic care, family planning, and routine primary care.
Different pain relief options available to women delivering a baby.
Depression is a mental health disorder that causes feelings of hopelessness, despair, and lack of motivation. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Birth control is any medication, device, procedure, or behavior used to prevent pregnancy.
Vaginitis refers to inflammation of the vagina that develops due to a wide range of causes. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Childhood depression is indicated by persistent feelings of sadness that interfere with the ability to function in daily life. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A vitamin D deficiency can cause health problems like muscle weakness and brittle bones.
A high-risk pregnancy is one in which a woman and her fetus face a higher-than-normal chance of experiencing complications. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Amenorrhea, which is the absence of menstruation, can be a symptom of other conditions including hormonal, genetic, and structural disorders.
A rare and serious condition in which a pregnant or postpartum person suddenly has seizures. Eclampsia is a medical emergency and can lead to injury or death for the pregnant person and/or baby.