Expecting twins? Get trusted tips on managing a high-risk twin pregnancy, including care, monitoring and what to expect from Akron Children’s Hospital. When you find out you’re expecting twins “The most reliable time to determine whether a pregnancy involves twins is during the early first trimester, typically between 6 and 10 weeks,” said Dr. Justin […]
Everything you need to know about pregnancy ultrasounds
Ultrasounds are tests that help your health care provider check your baby’s health and development. Dr. Justin Moore, perinatologist and maternal-fetal medicine specialist, answers common questions about ultrasound. How does an ultrasound work? During an ultrasound, high-frequency sound waves are sent through a handheld device called a “transducer.” The sound waves bounce off your baby […]
Mental health supports mom and baby
People say a baby changes everything. But as any mom knows, those changes begin long before the baby is born. Not only do their bodies change, but they may have psychological and emotional concerns. Depression during and after pregnancy Any woman can develop mental health issues during pregnancy and in the first year after delivery. […]
Garrett bursts with energy after two open-heart surgeries
Liz Balizet of Navarre, Ohio didn’t realize the great pediatric care that’s available in northeast Ohio until her first child was diagnosed with a complex heart condition. Liz’s 20-week ultrasound showed problems with her baby boy’s heart. She and her husband, Jake, received a referral to the Akron Children’s Heart Center. “We went out to […]
Pregnancy brain: Is that a real thing?
Most expectant moms have the usual signs of pregnancy: growing baby bumps, swollen ankles and glowing skin. But many are surprised that they feel a little foggy and forgetful, symptoms called “pregnancy brain.” Is pregnancy brain real? Pregnancy brain — sometimes called “momnesia” or “baby brain”— is a real thing. “Some health professionals prefer terms […]
Gabrielle’s growing, learning and thriving after care for gastroschisis
Before she was born, Gabrielle Richardson of Cuyahoga Falls became an Akron Children’s patient. Thanks to an array of Akron Children’s specialists, a strong support system and lots of prayer, she has exceeded all expectations. A look back In-utero testing showed Gabrielle had gastroschisis. This birth defect occurs when the abdominal wall doesn’t form completely, […]
