{"id":78457,"date":"2025-01-03T12:37:49","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T17:37:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/?page_id=78457"},"modified":"2026-03-13T10:39:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T14:39:32","slug":"spfw","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/womens-services\/southwell-physicians-for-women\/spfw\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to Prenatal Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"78457\" class=\"elementor elementor-78457\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c02f616 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c02f616\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4731c65\" data-id=\"4731c65\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6756bdc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6756bdc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"\/\" class=\"breadcrumb-home\">Home<\/a> \/ <a href=\"\/services\" class=\"breadcrumb-home\">Services<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/womens-services\/\" class=\"breadcrumb-home\">Southwell Physicians for Women<\/a> \/ Your Guide to Prenatal Care<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4153072 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4153072\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fbd488 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2fbd488\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ed8774 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1ed8774\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6de6f74 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6de6f74\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Your Guide to Prenatal Care: <\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f74b68 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"3f74b68\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c083d7c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c083d7c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why It Matters and What to Expect<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-affdf26 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"affdf26\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Congratulations on your pregnancy! We\u2019re dedicated to providing the best care to help ensure a safe, healthy pregnancy for both you and your baby. This guide covers the importance of prenatal care, the routine visits involved and how to reach us for any questions or appointments.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b8bd8f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0b8bd8f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8431e5a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8431e5a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Southwell Physicians for Women:<\/p><p><a href=\"tel:2293914130\">(229) 391-4130<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-abf19fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"abf19fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Southwell OB\/GYN:<\/p><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 [&quot;list&quot;,{},&quot;list_item&quot;,{&quot;indent&quot;:3,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bulleted&quot;}]\"><a href=\"tel:2292626810\">(229) 262-6810<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec17f36 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"ec17f36\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/providers\/?jsf=epro-posts&#038;tax=providers_categories:168\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 13\" fill=\"none\"><path id=\"Vector\" d=\"M1.5638 6.57129L18.2305 6.57129M18.2305 6.57129L13.2305 1.57129M18.2305 6.57129L13.2305 11.5713\" stroke=\"#1B365D\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">FIND A PROVIDER<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d9ddf6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2d9ddf6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd200a3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fd200a3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eac41a0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"eac41a0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b46cec elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"1b46cec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;multiple&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PfW-Icons.svg\" alt=\"Prenatal Care Icon\" \/>Why is Prenatal Care Important? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f706909 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f706909\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-980bf08 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"980bf08\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4906f7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d4906f7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe0c6ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fe0c6ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Prenatal care is the medical care you receive during pregnancy to monitor your health and your baby\u2019s development. Regular visits help to:\u00a0<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac1a94d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ac1a94d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f223d57 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f223d57\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li>Monitor Your Baby\u2019s Growth: Ultrasounds, heart rate checks and growth measurements ensure your baby is growing properly<\/li><li>Check Your Health: Blood pressure, weight and routine blood tests identify any issues that could impact your or your baby\u2019s health<\/li><li>Screen for Complications: Early detection of gestational diabetes, anemia, or high blood pressure allows for treatment that can prevent serious complications<\/li><li>Provide Education and Support: Each visit gives you a chance to ask questions, learn about what to expect and receive guidance on diet, exercise and other aspects of a healthy pregnancy<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa08854 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fa08854\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-09d4ecf elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"09d4ecf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-254f208 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"254f208\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c571d7a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c571d7a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-482d3a2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"482d3a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What to Expect at Prenatal Appointments\u00a0<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34fdbba elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"34fdbba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Prenatal visits follow a set schedule with some flexibility based on your needs. Here\u2019s a general overview:\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2860\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76d7c10 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"76d7c10\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c1a1a10 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c1a1a10\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>1. First Trimester (Weeks 4\u201312):<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-133d219 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"133d219\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li>Initial Visit: A comprehensive appointment where we review your medical history, confirm your pregnancy and schedule your upcoming prenatal tests<\/li><li>Regular Checkups: Blood tests, urine tests and an initial ultrasound to confirm the due date<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e4ebf8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e4ebf8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>2. Second Trimester (Weeks 13\u201327): <\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0fbe6a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a0fbe6a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><p>Monthly Visits: Routine measurements, baby\u2019s heartbeat checks and an anatomy ultrasound around 18-20 weeks to ensure your baby\u2019s organs are developing well<\/p><\/li><li><p>Screenings: Tests for gestational diabetes and anemia, along with any additional screenings as needed<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62f446b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"62f446b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 [&quot;bullet_list&quot;,null,&quot;list_item&quot;,null]\"><strong>3. Third Trimester (Weeks 28\u201340):\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-83f8da1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"83f8da1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li>Bi-Weekly, then Weekly Visits: Visits become more frequent to monitor you and your baby as you approach delivery; we\u2019ll check your baby\u2019s position and discuss your birth plan<\/li><li>Group B Strep Test: Done between 35-37 weeks to check for bacteria that could affect your baby during delivery<\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PfW-Icons-1.svg\" alt=\"Safe Meds Icon\" \/>Safe Medications During Pregnancy <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8377564 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8377564\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0a6e1e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d0a6e1e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-050288a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"050288a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd13a9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cd13a9a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Pain Relief\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Acetaminophen <\/strong>(Tylenol): For general pain and headaches; avoid ibuprofen, aspirin, or naproxen unless advised by your doctor<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Cold and Allergy Relief\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Diphenhydramine <\/strong>(Benadryl): For allergies and sleep aid<\/li><li><strong>Loratadine <\/strong>(Claritin): Non-drowsy option for allergies\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Chlorpheniramine <\/strong>(Chlor-Trimeton): Another safe option for allergies<\/li><li><strong>Saline Nasal Spray: <\/strong>For nasal congestion<\/li><li><strong>Cough Drops: <\/strong>Safe for sore throats, but check for any added ingredients like menthol or decongestants<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Digestive Issues\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Antacids <\/strong>(Tums, Mylanta): For heartburn relief<\/li><li><strong>Ranitidine <\/strong>(Zantac) or <strong>famotidine <\/strong>(Pepcid): For more severe heartburn, as recommended by your doctor.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Laxatives <\/strong>(Colace, Metamucil): For constipation relief<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7957ac5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7957ac5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9bfeaba elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9bfeaba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Nausea and Vomiting\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Vitamin B6: <\/strong>Often recommended for nausea; consult your doctor for dosage<\/li><li><strong>Doxylamine <\/strong>(Unisom): Sometimes paired with Vitamin B6 for nausea relief<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Yeast Infection Treatments\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Miconazole <\/strong>(Monistat) or <strong>Clotrimazole <\/strong>(Gyne-Lotrimin): Topical antifungals are usually safe for treating yeast infections<\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89a91e8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"89a91e8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ee4104 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"1ee4104\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd3bd89 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dd3bd89\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef9ab25 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ef9ab25\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7770ca8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7770ca8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Important Tips<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef4c5b6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ef4c5b6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-883c4e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"883c4e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>1. Avoid herbal supplements without approval; many have not been proven safe for pregnancy<\/p><p>2. Stay Hydrated: Sometimes hydration alone can alleviate mild symptoms like headaches and constipation<\/p><p>3. Consult First: Always ask your healthcare provider; they may adjust recommendations based on your specific needs<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c37eeb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8c37eeb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf00b61 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cf00b61\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c6590c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c6590c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">This list provides options typically considered safe, but every pregnancy is unique so it\u2019s essential to check with your doctor before starting any new medication.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PfW-Icons-2.svg\" alt=\"Warning Signs Icon\" \/>Warning Signs All Pregnant Women Should Be Aware Of\u00a0 <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f3833b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2f3833b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e861cbf e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e861cbf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8384b68 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8384b68\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e9388a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3e9388a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Your and your baby\u2019s health are important throughout your pregnancy. While some symptoms are normal, certain warning signs may indicate a serious issue. If you notice any of the following, contact your healthcare provider immediately.\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Severe Abdominal Pain or Cramps\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Mild cramping can be normal, but intense pain may signal a problem like miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or placental issues<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Heavy Bleeding or Spotting\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Light spotting can be normal, but heavy bleeding (like a period) is concerning and should be evaluated right away<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Severe Headaches or Blurred Vision\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>These symptoms could indicate preeclampsia, a condition that can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Sudden Swelling in Hands, Feet, or Face\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Gradual swelling can be common, but rapid or severe swelling may be another sign of preeclampsia<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Decreased or No Fetal Movement\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>After 28 weeks, you should feel your baby move regularly; seek medical attention if movements significantly decrease or stop<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-25e5953 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"25e5953\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb719d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bb719d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Fever of 100.4\u00b0F (38\u00b0C) or Higher\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>A high fever could be a sign of infection, which may harm you and your baby<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Pain or Burning During Urination\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>This can be a sign of a <strong>urinary tract infection (UTI)<\/strong>, which should be treated promptly to prevent complications<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Persistent Vomiting\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Occasional nausea is common, but <strong>persistent vomiting <\/strong>may lead to dehydration and malnutrition, requiring medical care<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Sudden Shortness of Breath or Chest Pain\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>This may indicate a serious condition like <strong>blood clots <\/strong>or <strong>heart issues<\/strong>; seek emergency care immediately<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Vaginal Leaking of Fluid\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Any <strong>gush or trickle of fluid <\/strong>from the vagina could mean your water has broken prematurely, which requires immediate medical attention<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d55c90 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1d55c90\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-799ae9b elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"799ae9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c20b9f4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c20b9f4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26d3793 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"26d3793\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe1be03 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fe1be03\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Trust Your Instincts\u00a0<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5a53a7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e5a53a7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7e921b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c7e921b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">If something doesn\u2019t feel right, <strong>always contact your healthcare provider<\/strong>; it\u2019s better to get reassurance than to wait too long to address potential complications<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d83a2b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7d83a2b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d16ff4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1d16ff4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c57147 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5c57147\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">For any of these warning signs, call your doctor or go to the nearest hospital <strong>right away<\/strong>.\u00a0<em>Remember, staying informed and alert is key to maintaining a healthy pregnancy for both you and your baby.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PfW-Icons-3.svg\" alt=\"Preparing for Success Icon\" \/>Preparing for Successful Breastfeeding: A Guide for Pregnant Women\u00a0 <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c69ded e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2c69ded\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63d51f1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"63d51f1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4fe5d3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d4fe5d3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6de168 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f6de168\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Breastfeeding is a wonderful way to bond with your baby and provide essential nutrients for their growth and development. Here\u2019s how you can prepare before your baby arrives to help ensure a smooth breastfeeding journey and make you feel more confident.<\/p><p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><strong>1. Learn About Breastfeeding\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Educating yourself about breastfeeding is one of the best ways to prepare. Here are some ways to do this:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Attend a breastfeeding class: <\/strong>We offer a virtual breastfeeding class for you to take any time during your pregnancy (click <a href=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.formstack.com\/forms\/virtual_breastfeeding_education_class\">here<\/a> to register)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Read books or watch videos: <\/strong>There are many resources that provide visual guidance and tips for breastfeeding<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Talk to other moms: <\/strong>Learning about their breastfeeding journeys can provide you with practical tips and support<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>2. Connect with a Lactation Consultant\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>A <strong>lactation consultant <\/strong>is a breastfeeding expert who can help you navigate challenges or questions about breastfeeding. Consider meeting with one during pregnancy to:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Get a personalized plan: <\/strong>They can give advice on positioning, feeding schedules and what to expect in the early days<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Find local resources: <\/strong>Your pediatrician\u2019s office may have a lactation consultant to help you after delivery (click here to find a pediatrician)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Identify any potential issues early: <\/strong>If you have medical conditions or are concerned about breastfeeding, a lactation consultant can help address these concerns before your baby arrives<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>3. Prepare Your Body for Breastfeeding\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Your body will naturally change to support breastfeeding, but here are some tips to ensure you\u2019re physically ready:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Breast care: <\/strong>You don\u2019t need to do anything special, but keeping your nipples clean and avoiding harsh soaps that could dry them out can help prevent irritation<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Nipple shape: <\/strong>Some women have inverted or flat nipples; if you\u2019re concerned about how this might affect breastfeeding, talk to your doctor or lactation consultant for tips like using breast shells or doing nipple exercises<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Breast pumps: <\/strong>While not always necessary at the beginning, it\u2019s helpful to familiarize yourself with how breast pumps work; if you\u2019re planning to return to work or will need to be away from your baby for long periods, a pump can help maintain your milk supply<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>4. Plan for the First Few Weeks\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>The first few weeks are critical for establishing your milk supply and getting into a good breastfeeding rhythm. Here\u2019s how to prepare:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Skin-to-skin contact after birth: <\/strong>Plan to have immediate skin-to-skin contact with your baby after delivery; this helps trigger your milk production and encourages your baby\u2019s natural instinct to latch<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Rooming in with your baby: <\/strong>Keep your baby in your hospital room as much as possible so you can feed frequently and respond to their hunger cues<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Learn baby\u2019s hunger cues: <\/strong>Watch for early hunger signs like rooting (turning their head and opening their mouth), sucking on their hands, or smacking lips; feeding on demand helps establish your supply and keeps your baby well-fed<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-049fca4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"049fca4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a41df8a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a41df8a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><strong>5. Build a Support System\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Breastfeeding can be challenging\u2014especially in the early days\u2014so having a strong support system is key to long-term success.\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Involve your partner: <\/strong>Share breastfeeding resources with your partner and help them understand how they can support you; they can help by bringing the baby to you, making you comfortable and encouraging you to take care of yourself<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Seek out a support group: <\/strong>Look for local breastfeeding support groups or online communities where you can share experiences, ask questions and get advice from other mothers<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Prepare for challenges: <\/strong>Be ready for potential hurdles like latch issues, sore nipples, or low milk supply, and know that help is available; reaching out early for support can prevent small issues from becoming big challenges<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>6. Stock Up on Breastfeeding Essentials\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Having the right tools on hand can make breastfeeding more comfortable and convenient:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Nursing bras and tops: <\/strong>Invest in comfortable, easy-access bras and tops for breastfeeding<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Nursing pillows: <\/strong>A nursing pillow can help position your baby at the right height for breastfeeding, reducing strain on your back and arms<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Breast pads: <\/strong>Keep some disposable or washable breast pads handy to absorb any leaks between feedings<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Nipple cream: <\/strong>Many new mothers experience nipple soreness; applying a lanolin-based cream can help soothe and heal any irritation<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>7. Be Patient and Flexible\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Breastfeeding is a learned skill for both you and your baby, so it\u2019s normal for it to take time and practice. Keep these points in mind:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Frequent feedings: <\/strong>Newborns often feed every 2-3 hours; frequent feedings in the early days are normal and help build your milk supply<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Growth spurts: <\/strong>During growth spurts, babies often want to feed more frequently; this is temporary but important for increasing your milk supply<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Don\u2019t compare yourself: <\/strong>Every breastfeeding journey is different so it\u2019s important to focus on what works best for you and your baby<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>8. Know When to Get Help\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Early intervention can make a huge difference. If you experience any of the following, reach out to your healthcare provider or a lactation consultant:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p>Difficulty getting baby to latch properly<\/p><\/li><li><p>Painful nursing sessions that don\u2019t improve<\/p><\/li><li><p>Concern about milk supply (too much or too little)<\/p><\/li><li><p>Engorgement, clogged ducts, or mastitis<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>9. Take Care of Yourself\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Caring for yourself is critical to successful breastfeeding:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Stay hydrated and eat well: <\/strong>Breastfeeding can make you thirsty and hungry, so drink plenty of water and eat a balanced diet rich in nutrients<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Rest when you can: <\/strong>Breastfeeding and caring for a newborn can be exhausting, so try to sleep when your baby sleeps and don\u2019t hesitate to ask for help with other tasks<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Manage stress: <\/strong>Staying calm and relaxed helps with milk letdown; try deep breathing, listening to calming music, or asking for support if you feel overwhelmed<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9bac327 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9bac327\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c82c97e elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"c82c97e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67b9166 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"67b9166\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0eecf94 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0eecf94\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f0a8a9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2f0a8a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Final Thoughts<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-05dc01f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"05dc01f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-500f06f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"500f06f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Breastfeeding can be a rewarding experience, but it\u2019s important to be prepared and to know that help is available when you need it. By educating yourself, building a support system and practicing patience, you\u2019ll give yourself the best chance for a successful and fulfilling breastfeeding journey.\u00a0<\/p><p>Remember, every mother\u2019s journey is unique. Do what works best for you and your baby, and know that your healthcare provider and lactation consultant are there to support.\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0b72f6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e0b72f6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e291b0a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e291b0a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3431526 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3431526\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">We wish you and your baby a healthy and happy breastfeeding experience!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PfW-Icons-4.svg\" alt=\"What You Need To Know Icon\" \/>What You Need to Know About Syphilis During Pregnancy\u00a0 <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70169aa e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"70169aa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f9a407 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1f9a407\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa61298 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"aa61298\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f932be9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f932be9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Syphilis is a serious sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can affect anyone, but it poses unique and significant risks during pregnancy. It\u2019s important for pregnant women to understand what syphilis is, how it can impact their health and their baby\u2019s, and why it\u2019s important to be aware of the risks in South Georgia.<\/p><p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><strong>What is Syphilis?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Syphilis is caused by a bacteria called <em>Treponema pallidum<\/em>. It\u2019s primarily spread through sexual contact with an infected person. The disease progresses through different stages if left untreated: primary, secondary, latent and tertiary. Early detection and treatment are critical, especially during pregnancy, because untreated syphilis can cause serious health problems for both you and your baby.\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Stages of Syphilis:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Primary Syphilis: <\/strong>Usually marked by a painless sore (or sores) called a chancre at the site of infection; it can appear anywhere from 10 to 90 days after exposure<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Secondary Syphilis: <\/strong>Symptoms may include skin rashes, swollen lymph nodes, fever and mucous membrane lesions (this stage can occur weeks after the primary sore heals)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Latent Syphilis: <\/strong>In this stage, the infection is still in the body but there are no visible symptoms<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Tertiary Syphilis: <\/strong>If left untreated for years, syphilis can cause severe damage to organs, including the heart, brain and nerves<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>Why Is Syphilis a Concern During Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>If syphilis is left untreated, it can cause <strong>congenital syphilis<\/strong>, which means the infection is passed from mother to baby during pregnancy. Congenital syphilis can lead to <strong>serious complications <\/strong>for the baby, including:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p>Miscarriage or stillbirth<\/p><\/li><li><p>Premature birth<\/p><\/li><li><p>Low birth weight<\/p><\/li><li><p>Severe birth defects, such as deformed bones, hearing loss, or blindness<\/p><\/li><li><p>Developmental delays or seizures<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Early treatment with antibiotics, such as <strong>penicillin<\/strong>, can prevent these complications\u2014making early detection crucial.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>The Unique Risks of Syphilis in South Georgia\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Certain regions, including South Georgia, have seen <strong>higher rates of syphilis <\/strong>compared to the rest of the country. These elevated rates are a result of various factors, including limited access to healthcare, higher levels of poverty, and lower rates of syphilis testing and treatment in some communities.<\/p><p><strong>Why is Syphilis More Prevalent in South Georgia?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>High rates of syphilis in the community: <\/strong>This increases the risk of transmission<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Limited access to healthcare: <\/strong>Some areas in South Georgia have fewer healthcare resources, which may result in delayed or less frequent prenatal care<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Lower testing rates: <\/strong>Routine STI testing, including syphilis screening, may not be as widespread in certain areas<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Stigma and lack of awareness: <\/strong>There may be less open conversation about sexual health and syphilis, leading to fewer people seeking testing and treatment<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Given these regional factors, it\u2019s particularly important for pregnant women in South Georgia to be vigilant about syphilis testing and prevention.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d2d3c10 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d2d3c10\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9cfb7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d9cfb7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>How to Protect Yourself and Your Baby\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>It\u2019s important to consider a few key steps, especially if you live in an area where the infection is more common.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>1. Get Tested Early and Often\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Routine testing: <\/strong>The CDC recommends that all pregnant women get tested for syphilis at their first prenatal visit; in high-risk areas like South Georgia, additional testing may be recommended later in the pregnancy<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Test at delivery: <\/strong>It is often recommended to take another syphilis test before delivery to ensure the baby is not at risk<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>2. Practice Safe Sex\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p>Use <strong>condoms <\/strong>during sexual activity to reduce the risk of contracting syphilis<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Know your partner\u2019s status: <\/strong>If your partner has syphilis or another STI, make sure they get treated to prevent transmission<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>3. Seek Prenatal Care Early\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p>Early and consistent <strong>prenatal care <\/strong>is essential to monitor your health and the health of your baby; your healthcare provider will check for syphilis and other infections that could impact your pregnancy<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>4. Get Treated if Necessary\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p>If you test positive for syphilis, <strong>treatment is available<\/strong>: Penicillin is the most effective treatment for syphilis during pregnancy and can prevent complications, but it\u2019s crucial to complete the entire course of treatment as prescribed by your healthcare provider<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Symptoms of Syphilis to Watch For\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Sometimes, syphilis doesn\u2019t show clear symptoms, especially in the early stages. If you notice any of the following signs, contact your healthcare provider right away:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Painless sores or ulcers <\/strong>in the genital area, mouth, or anus<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Rash <\/strong>on the palms of your hands, soles of your feet, or other areas of the body<\/p><\/li><li><p>Fever, fatigue, or swollen lymph nodes<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Sores or unusual discharge <\/strong>in the genital area<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Remember, syphilis can be asymptomatic, meaning you may have the infection without any noticeable symptoms, so regular testing is critical.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2638f05 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2638f05\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-034cebf elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"034cebf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-732282a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"732282a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-22f686a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"22f686a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fd69a9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1fd69a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Conclusion: Stay Safe, Stay Healthy\u00a0<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd9a9be e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cd9a9be\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0504e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c0504e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Syphilis is a serious concern, particularly during pregnancy, but with early detection, treatment and preventive care, you can protect yourself and your baby from its harmful effects. If you live in South Georgia, where syphilis rates are higher, it\u2019s especially important to stay informed, get tested regularly, and communicate openly with your healthcare provider. By taking these steps, you\u2019ll be on your way to a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e05a61d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e05a61d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd3f97f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dd3f97f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f73ea99 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f73ea99\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><em>If you have concerns or need more information about syphilis, contact your healthcare provider for testing, treatment and support.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mysouthwell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PfW-Icons-5.svg\" alt=\"High BP Care Icon\" \/>High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know\u00a0 <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10f7e22 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"10f7e22\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de9b57e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"de9b57e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-22844fd e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"22844fd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c3fd3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c3fd3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">High blood pressure during pregnancy, also known as <strong>hypertensive disease<\/strong>, can lead to complications for both mother and baby. It\u2019s important to understand what these conditions are, how they can affect you, and what you can do to manage them.<\/p><p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><strong>1. What Are Hypertensive Diseases of Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hypertensive diseases are a group of conditions that involve high blood pressure during pregnancy. There are four main types:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Chronic Hypertension: <\/strong>High blood pressure that you had before becoming pregnant or that develops before 20 weeks of pregnancy<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Gestational Hypertension: <\/strong>High blood pressure that develops <strong>after 20 weeks <\/strong>of pregnancy and is not associated with protein in the urine<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Preeclampsia: <\/strong>A condition that develops <strong>after 20 weeks <\/strong>and involves high blood pressure along with signs of damage to other organs, like the liver or kidneys. It can lead to serious complications if not treated<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Eclampsia: <\/strong>A severe form of preeclampsia that can cause <strong>seizures <\/strong>in the mother<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>2. Why is High Blood Pressure Dangerous During Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>High blood pressure puts extra strain on your heart and blood vessels, which can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby, including:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Reduced blood flow to the placenta, <\/strong>which can cause the baby to receive less oxygen and nutrients\u00a0<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Preterm birth <\/strong>(giving birth before 37 weeks) or low birth weight<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Placental abruption, <\/strong>where the placenta separates from the wall of the uterus too early, which can cause heavy bleeding<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Damage to the mother\u2019s organs, <\/strong>such as the kidneys, liver and brain<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>3. What Are the Symptoms of Preeclampsia?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Preeclampsia can develop quickly so it\u2019s important to recognize the warning signs:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Severe headaches<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Vision changes, <\/strong>like blurring or seeing spots<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Swelling <\/strong>in your hands, feet, or face (especially sudden or severe swelling)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Upper right belly pain <\/strong>(under your ribs)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Sudden weight gain <\/strong>(more than 2-3 pounds in a week)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Nausea or vomiting <\/strong>in the second half of pregnancy<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Difficulty breathing <\/strong>or shortness of breath<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider right away.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>4. Who is at Risk for Hypertensive Diseases of Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Certain factors increase your risk for high blood pressure during pregnancy, including:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>First-time pregnancy <\/strong>(preeclampsia is more common in first pregnancies)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Previous history of preeclampsia <\/strong>or chronic hypertension<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Carrying multiples <\/strong>(twins, triplets)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Obesity <\/strong>or being overweight<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Being older than 35 years<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Family history <\/strong>of preeclampsia or hypertension<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Pre-existing health conditions, <\/strong>such as diabetes, kidney disease, or autoimmune disorders<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a30000 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2a30000\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8dc7c75 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8dc7c75\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>5. How is High Blood Pressure Managed During Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Depending on the type and severity, your healthcare provider may recommend:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Frequent monitoring: <\/strong>More regular prenatal visits to check your blood pressure, urine and the health of your baby<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Medications: <\/strong>Safe blood pressure medications may be prescribed to help control hypertension\u00a0<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Rest and lifestyle changes: <\/strong>Reducing stress, resting on your left side to improve blood flow and possibly limiting salt intake can help manage symptoms<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Delivering early: <\/strong>In severe cases, especially with preeclampsia, your healthcare provider may recommend delivering your baby early to prevent complications<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>6. Can I Prevent Hypertensive Diseases During Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>While not all cases can be prevented, you can lower your risk by:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Attending all prenatal appointments <\/strong>to monitor your blood pressure<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Maintaining a healthy weight <\/strong>before and during pregnancy<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Eating a balanced diet <\/strong>with plenty of fruits, vegetables and lean proteins\u00a0<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Staying active <\/strong>with gentle exercises, like walking or swimming (unless your doctor advises otherwise)<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Managing stress <\/strong>through relaxation techniques like yoga or deep breathing\u00a0<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Avoiding smoking, alcohol <\/strong>and other harmful substances<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>7. What Happens if I Develop Preeclampsia?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>If you develop preeclampsia, your doctor will monitor you closely, checking your blood pressure, kidney function and the health of your baby. If it becomes severe, your healthcare provider may:\u00a0<\/p><ul class=\"tab-list\"><li><p><strong>Hospitalize you <\/strong>to manage your blood pressure and monitor you more closely<\/p><\/li><li><p>Administer <strong>medications <\/strong>to help control blood pressure and prevent seizures (like magnesium sulfate)<\/p><\/li><li><p>Plan for an <strong>early delivery <\/strong>if the condition worsens, especially if you\u2019re past 34 weeks;<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>in mild cases, you may be able to continue your pregnancy with close monitoring<\/p><p><strong>8. Will My Blood Pressure Return to Normal After Pregnancy?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>In most cases, <strong>gestational hypertension <\/strong>and <strong>preeclampsia <\/strong>go away after delivery, but it\u2019s important to monitor your blood pressure in the weeks following birth. <strong>Chronic hypertension <\/strong>may require ongoing treatment after pregnancy.\u00a0<\/p><p>If you had preeclampsia, you are at a higher risk for future cardiovascular diseases, so it\u2019s important to adopt heart-healthy habits like regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding smoking.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>9. What Should I Do If I Have Concerns About My Blood Pressure?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>If you\u2019re concerned about your blood pressure or are experiencing symptoms like headaches, swelling, or vision changes, contact your healthcare provider immediately. It\u2019s always better to get checked than to wait because early detection and treatment can prevent complications.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38f6013 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"38f6013\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-30b0710 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"30b0710\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-710f44f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"710f44f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56d76e2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"56d76e2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14bd566 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"14bd566\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Final Thoughts\u00a0<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4f6f9e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b4f6f9e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-723c4fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"723c4fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Hypertensive diseases during pregnancy can be serious, but with early detection and proper management you and your baby can stay healthy. Be sure to attend all prenatal\u00a0<\/p><p>appointments for and follow your doctor\u2019s advice. If you have more questions or need support, contact your healthcare provider for guidance and personalized care.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb97c07 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fb97c07\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2865\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-08a55b0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"08a55b0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f3e9b40 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f3e9b40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><em>Take care of yourself, and remember that your health and your baby\u2019s health are the top priorities.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1024538 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1024538\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea1fec1 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ea1fec1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;sticky&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;sticky_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;laptop&quot;,&quot;tablet_extra&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;],&quot;sticky_offset&quot;:120,&quot;sticky_parent&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;sticky_effects_offset&quot;:0,&quot;sticky_anchor_link_offset&quot;:0}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a44002c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a44002c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">We're here for you<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b27e657 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b27e657\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>With each visit, we\u2019ll work together to make sure you and your baby stay on track for a healthy, happy pregnancy. 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