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FDA Says to Avoid Repeated or Lengthy Sedation or Anesthesia for Pregnant Women and Children Under Three

January 5, 2017 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: January 5, 2017

Studies on childhood brain development in children under three have found that long or repeated exposure to general anesthesia has the potential to negatively affect that growth. The Food and Drug Administration has recently issued a warning regarding the use… [read]

The Need for Stress Reduction in Gestational Hypertension

August 14, 2016 by College of Naturopathic Medicine CNM
Last updated on: August 15, 2016

A significant increase in blood volume (approximately 40-50%) naturally occurs during pregnancy to ensure there is an adequate blood supply to nourish the placenta, to protect the mother from going into shock during labour (due to excessive blood loss), and… [read]

Birth Defect Gastroschisis Is on the Rise

January 28, 2016 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: January 28, 2016

The CDC reports a frightening birth defect, gastroschisis, is on the rise both worldwide and in the United States. Its cause is unknown. What is Gastroschisis? Gastroschisis is birth defect that occurs when the muscles of the abdominal wall fail… [read]

FDA Says to Avoid Repeated or Lengthy Sedation or Anesthesia for Pregnant Women and Children Under Three

The Need for Stress Reduction in Gestational Hypertension

Birth Defect Gastroschisis Is on the Rise

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