Pregnancy Gingivitis
Women who are pregnant often revolve their schedule around their prenatal appointments, working with their OBGYN in order to make their own health as well as the health of their baby a top priority.
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Preparing a Healthy Pregnancy
Apple Valley women who are hoping to become pregnant in the near future may not even realize that they can prepare in advance for a healthy pregnancy. There are several steps that a woman can take in order to prepare her body as well as prepare herself mentally for pregnancy.
Prenatal Vitamins during Pregnancy
Many women in the High Desert region assume that they need to begin taking their prenatal vitamins once they get a positive result on a pregnancy test. However, at Reza Ahmadinia OBGYN, we recommend that women in Victorville who are trying to conceive begin taking prenatal vitamins as soon as…
Pregnancy over 35
Decades ago, it was thought that women in their late 30s and early 40s were not able to conceive easily, if at all. However, now that today’s women are focusing on their careers, living healthier lives and ultimately living longer, pregnancy over 35 is not just achievable but often expected.…
Are You Considering an Unmedicated Delivery?
In the last several decades, modern medicine has made labor and delivery significantly more comfortable for women in High Desert and throughout the country. However, many Apple Valley women who are considered low-risk at the time of their delivery may opt to try an unmedicated, or natural, childbirth. This is…
Having Twins?
When a woman finds out that she is expecting, she experiences a wide range of emotions. Some might at first feel fearful, nervous or anxious, while others may be overjoyed about the life that is growing inside of them.
Weight Management During Pregnancy
One of the largest side effects of pregnancy is weight gain, and it is often the side effect that High Desert women dread the most. It is important for women to understand that weight gain is an essential part of pregnancy, but it’s important to manage your weight gain. There…
Rest During Your Pregnancy
A pregnant woman may be feeling different emotions and physical symptoms at various stages of her pregnancy. However, one symptom is almost always looming around the corner, and that symptom is fatigue. Fatigue during pregnancy is quite normal and is typically caused because of erratic hormones, physical changes to the…
Serious Pregnancy Symptoms Part 2
Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life when she prepares both physically and mentally to welcome a new child into the world. While there are often mixed emotions associated with each pregnancy — including fear, joy, and anxiousness — there also are physical symptoms that High Desert women…
Serious Pregnancy Symptoms Part 1
When a woman first receives a positive pregnancy test and finds out she is expecting a baby, she likely feels joy and anxiousness and nervousness all at the same time. After the initial shock of knowing that she is carrying a child subsides, she will begin to feel the symptoms…
What Are Braxton Hicks Contractions?
Pregnant women in the High Desert region often report that they experience discomfort in their abdominal area or a tight feeling around their uterus every once in a while during their pregnancy. Many Apple Valley patients are startled to find out that these sensations are actually contractions — but they…
2D vs. 3D / 4D Ultrasound
Many expectant mothers look forward to their prenatal ultrasound appointments, and they love the fact that they get to see what their baby looks like prior to its arrival. At Reza Ahmadinia OBGYN, we recognize that many High Desert women are considering having 3D or 4D ultrasounds during their pregnancy.