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FAQs for Moms & Babies
- How do pregnancy tests work?
- Pregnancy tests look for a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) that is only present in a person’s body when they are pregnant. HCG is produced by a pregnant person’s placenta. Pregnancy tests can find this hormone in either your pee or your blood. When the tests find HCG they appear positive for pregnancy. Read More
- Should I use cloth or disposable diapers?
- Cloth and disposable diapers each have their pros and cons. You may be trying to decide which type of diaper is best for your family. Below we have compiled the positives and negatives of each type. Keep reading to find out which type is best for you and your family’s needs! Disposable Diapers: Positives: Read More
- My baby is struggling to sleep. What can I do?
- It can be tricky to get your baby to sleep. Every baby has their own unique sleep schedule and routine. You might have one baby that sleeps through the night and another that wakes up every hour. When your baby does not sleep, it can start to wear you down. There is no perfect answer Read More
- How can I take care of myself after birth?
- Life after birth can be a very exciting time! You have welcomed your new baby into the world and are ready to start your journey as a family. As you enter this time of change, you will notice that your body and emotions are changing too. These changes can be scary and new, but there Read More
- How Do I Properly Store Breast Milk?
- Breast milk is an important source of nutrition for your baby. Whether you’re a new mother or an experienced one, understanding the proper storage routine for breast milk is needed to make sure it stays fresh and safe for your baby to drink. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps of storing Read More
- What does the COVID-19 Delta Variant mean for me and my family?
- While cities and states have been opening up this summer, COVID-19 cases are rising due to the Delta variant. The Delta variant is a type of COVID-19 that spreads more easily and is more dangerous. More and more children are testing positive for COVID-19 and some children have died from COVID-19. It’s more important than Read More
- How can I keep my baby safe as COVID-19 restrictions loosen?
- As more people get the COVID-19 vaccine and COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted across the country, it is still important to be careful when taking your baby into public spaces. All COVID-19 restrictions in Michigan have officially been lifted on June 22, so here are some things to keep in mind to protect your family. Read More
- Is it safe to get the COVID-19 vaccine if I want to have a baby in the future?
- Yes, you will still be able to have a baby after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine won’t harm a pregnancy or make it harder to get pregnant. There is currently no evidence that any vaccine changes fertility. Women have become pregnant after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not change the Read More
- I’m Pregnant, How Can I Get Health Insurance?
- When you are pregnant, you may go to your healthcare provider more often than usual to make sure you and your baby are healthy. Health insurance (also referred to as a health plan or health coverage) can help pay for this care so that you do not need to pay the entire cost out of Read More