What is morning sickness and what causes it? The actual medical term is “nausea and vomiting of pregnancy” or sometimes “NVP”. While the definite causes of nausea and vomiting are unknown, most assume it’s due to all of the changes taking place in your body. During your first trimester your hormone levels will escalate, you might experience sensitivity to certain aromas and have a sensitive stomach. Typically, symptoms of morning sickness will subside by week 14 according to the American Pregnancy Association (APA). Unfortunately for some, the 14 weeks could be a challenge due to lack of comfort. Preventing Morning... read more
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Bringing Home Baby: Getting Your House Ready for a Baby
Posted on July 29, 2014As a soon-to-be new mother we’re sure you have all you need (diapers, wipes, clothes, etc.) for the arrival of your little bundle of joy. Besides having the everyday necessities, preparing for a baby in the sense of getting your house ready for a baby is extremely important. You want to ensure that your home is as safe as possible before you introduce him or her to their new home. Bringing Baby Home From the Hospital Knowing what to bring your baby home from the hospital in is an important starting point in our discussion, to ensure that your newborn... read more
Is It Safe to use Nasal Spray While Pregnant?
Posted on July 22, 2014Allergies affect many of us each year. This year is different, though. You’re now pregnant and have to keep your developing baby in mind when making everyday decisions. With the changing seasons, do you know which nasal sprays are safe to combat your allergies during pregnancy? Nasal Spray Medications and Pregnancy While some medications are not safe during pregnancy, there are nasal sprays that have been FDA approved for sinus congestion. To help pregnant women distinguish between safe nasal sprays that exist and those that are unsafe, there are FDA-assigned pregnancy categories used in the FDA’s Drug Formulary. The FDA... read more
July is Water Safety Month
Posted on July 17, 2014An average of 10 people drown each day in the U.S., according to the American Red Cross. Eighty percent are adults. Drowning is the No. 1 cause of death for children younger than 5. If your family plans to spend much time in the water this summer, take advantage of the many free or inexpensive water-safety aids. Print out the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Pool Safety Pledge at poolsafely.gov/pledge. Children pledge to never swim alone, to ask for swimming lessons, to stay away from pool and spa drains and to be safe. Adults pledge to designate “water watchers,” make... read more
Depression During Pregnancy & After Childbirth
Posted on July 2, 2014Did you know? 20 in 100 women may suffer from depression during or after pregnancy. While depression is a common problem during pregnancy, pregnant women and new moms often do not recognize that they’re facing postpartum depression because the symptoms overlap with many of the usual discomforts of pregnancy (eg, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and low libido). In addition, women are often reluctant to complain about their symptoms, perhaps because of perceived social expectations that new mothers are supposed to be happy. What is Depression? Depression is more than just feeling “blue” or “down in the dumps” for a few days.... read more
Should I Get the Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Vaccine While Pregnant?
Posted on June 18, 2014This is a question that you’re probably asking yourself as you anticipate the arrival of your bundle of joy, whether you call the disease whooping cough or pertussis. Well, the answer is a resounding yes. Yes, you should consider vaccinating yourself to protect your baby from whooping cough or pertussis. In 2013, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended vaccination against Pertussis (Tdap) during each pregnancy and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ (the College) Committee on Obstetric Practice supports these revised recommendations. There are many reasons to get the whooping cough vaccine during pregnancy. For starters, early... read more
4 Skin Cancer Prevention Tips for Pregnant & New Moms
Posted on June 5, 2014Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S.? Pregnancy alters your immune system, which may put you at a higher risk of developing skin cancer if you don’t take precautions. Skin cancer during pregnancy is probably the last thing on your mind as a new mom or a mom-to-be. With the weather warming up in New Jersey, we don’t want you to miss out on the summer fun. Just take a few simple steps to prevent skin cancer for healthy skin now and for years to come. Here are 4 skin cancer... read more
Meet Our Family Care Physicians
Posted on May 22, 2014As doctors, our passion is helping people. As people, our passion is helping families. Our family care physicians and professionals at Little Silver Medicine dedicate themselves to making it simple for young parents to take care of their families’ health. That’s why we care for parents and children under one roof, and will accommodate the medical needs of both parties during the same visit. We also decided to provide better urgent care without the wait by offering same day appointments for children and adults. Our offices are open until 7 pm on most days to accommodate working parents. And for... read more
5 Common Flu Shot Myths
Posted on November 15, 2013Flu season is here. In addition to simple hygiene measures, your best bet for avoiding influenza and possible complications is an annual flu vaccine. To protect you and your family, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends an annual flu vaccination for everyone age 6 months and older. Flu shots are especially important for people at high risk of influenza complications, including pregnant women, young children and older adults. Here are some common flu shot myths that often hold people back from getting an annual flu vaccine: ... read more