by Hand to Hold Staff | May 2, 2016 | Pregnancy & Bedrest
With May being Preeclampsia Awareness Month, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of this dangerous disease. What is preeclampsia? From preeclampsia.org: Preeclampsia is a disorder that occurs only during pregnancy and the postpartum period and affects...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Mar 23, 2016 | Medical Info & Resources, Pregnancy & Bedrest, Professional Insight
When my first pregnancy complication began (even before I knew I was pregnant), it set the tone for a very anxious experience. Throughout the duration of my high-risk pregnancy, I was extremely stressed. With one complication coming up after another, bed rest...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Feb 12, 2016 | Family Stories, Mental Health
As I look back at the NICU journey of my 25.5 weeker, I am incredibly thankful for the beautiful baby boy who has shown me true strength and determination. He has been a fighter from day one and been through more in 9 months than most deal with in a lifetime. What a...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Feb 10, 2016 | Family Stories, Medical Info & Resources, Pregnancy & Bedrest
After my water broke, and I delivered my daughter seven weeks early, I often wondered why. Did I do something wrong? Would it happen again if I were to get pregnant in a few years? Most women who experience preterm labor ask themselves these same questions. Many times...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Jan 22, 2016 | Family Stories
At 20 weeks pregnant, Krista was diagnosed with oligohydramnios, or low amniotic fluid, a rare condition that happens in only 4% of pregnancies. Here is her story. What were the circumstances surrounding your child’s birth? When I was 20 weeks pregnant with Nina we...
