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During pregnancy, a woman's health is regularly monitored by the attending physician. One of the tests routinely performed is, among others. HBs antigen test in the mother's blood. What is HBs antigen and when should I test for it?

Pregnant women should keep in mind the list of products forbidden in the refrigerator for moms-to-be. Their consumption can risk developing listeriosis, a zoonotic bacterial disease that poses a particular threat to pregnant women. What symptoms does it give and what is the treatment of listeriosis in pregnancy?

The 15th of November is World Cord Blood Day. In Poland in 2022, we celebrate this holiday in a unique way. In as many as 9 cities, it is possible to donate cord blood to a public bank, allowing the properties of the stem cells in it to be used by those in need. We also want the public's awareness of cord blood and how to use it to steadily increase. Find out where to donate blood for public purposes and the differences between family banks and public banks.

Stem cells derived from the umbilical cord are used as a standard treatment 80. diseases. In recent years, new reports on the use of these cells in more disease entities continue to emerge. Doctors in Germany have used them successfully to treat pulmonary hypertension in a 3-year-old girl.

Every woman, whether pregnant or not, wants to feel beautiful. For this reason, many women use various types of cosmetic services. One of the most popular is the hybrid manicure. However, many moms-to-be worry about whether the procedure is safe during pregnancy.

Thrombosis, or more broadly thromboembolic disease, is among the complications of pregnancy and the postpartum period. It can have serious consequences, which is why in some cases its prevention is implemented from the beginning of pregnancy. Find out what are the symptoms of thrombosis in pregnancy.

Intestinal distress in pregnancy, also known as stomach flu, is a group of symptoms related to the gastrointestinal tract. The most common cause of these is viruses. Pregnant women can most easily become infected during contact with preschool children. The unpleasant discomforts of intestinal tract are particularly troublesome for moms-to-be. How to prevent enteritis in pregnancy?

Breast milk, according to current recommendations, is the best food for a baby in its first months of life. Therefore, it is important for the mother-to-be to properly prepare for breastfeeding, as well as to know the benefits that come with it. It is a good idea to start preparing for breastfeeding while you are still pregnant.

The due date determined at the beginning of pregnancy is approximate. Many women give birth both before and after this date. However, there is a definite point at which further continuation of the pregnancy may pose a risk. When do we talk about carried pregnancy and what is worth knowing about it?