The COVID-19 Vaccine in Pregnant Women
How Serious is COVID-19 for Pregnant Women? In August of 2021 alone, 22 pregnant women in the US died of COVID-19. Data from the CDC showed after the...
Maternity Care
At CHI Health, our maternity care experts strive to give expecting mothers the resources they need to have a safe and worry free pregnancy.
Gestational Diabetes – A Concern for Pregnant Women
Hi, my name is Ellen Thomsen, I'm a registered dietician and certified Diabetes Educator at CHI Health. Today, I'm here to talk to you about gestational diabetes. Gestational...
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Postpartum
For many individuals, pregnancy may bring excitement and joy, but also stress. This stress may be amplified for those experiencing gestational diabetes, or elevated blood glucose during pregnancy. ...
After C-Section: Less Pain and Faster Recovery without Opioids
No one wants to have pain. For a mom-to-be who is having a C-section, a smooth recovery with less pain can mean an easier transition to caring for...