The Importance of Prenatal Care

Did you know that taking too much Vitamin A during a pregnancy can cause serious heart, head, brain and spinal cord defects in the fetus? Importantly, there are myriad benefits of prenatal care, and it is highly suggested by OBGYN doctors that pregnant women or women trying to get pregnant take care of their bodies and get prenatal care services when possible.
Because of women health issues, the importance of prenatal care cannot be understated. For example, a pap smear can detect abnormalities long before the patient can feel them or a doctor would otherwise be able to diagnose them. In addition, early blood tests can catch anemia and infections which can seriously affect a fetus if they are not caught and dealt with in a quick manner.
New research has shown that a mother’s diet during Continue Reading