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… Any pregnant mother can attest to the anxiety of experiencing a birth defect. In fact, it’s the No. 1 concern for the majority of expectant mothers. But knowing the facts may offer some peace of mind as you … heart with as many views as the baby will allow us to see. Sometimes baby is positioned in a way that makes it difficult to see all angles of the heart. In those instances, expectant mothers …

… Taking advantage of an unusually mild November day, Ann Hansen, 71, of Atlantic, Iowa, decided to join her husband in some yard work. But after about 10 minutes of leaf-blowing, Hansen began … – almost out of nowhere.” “I thought, ‘Well, maybe I overdid it,’” she said. “So, I stopped for a minute.” That minute turned into roughly 10, she estimates, before a gut feeling prompted … otherwise – she knew exactly where she needed to go. And within 30 minutes, she was on her way to Council Bluffs by helicopter. “I just remember everyone working really quickly,” she said …

… those questions most likely struck up discussions. Additionally, the media exposes children to these topics early on, and the sources aren’t always reliable. It is therefore quite important … that you educate your children early on, typically before the changes even start. Don’t wait for your child to come to you asking about puberty. In a lot of children, especially ones who are … as early as 8. Girls typically start puberty before boys, but every body is different. A good way to start talking about puberty at these earlier ages is to read an illustrated children’s …

… anxiety, especially among those with underlying health conditions – or those at greater risk for contracting the disease and suffering related complications. But what about pregnancy? Does … answer is: We don’t know yet. But there is a lot we do know. And more information continues to surface. So, during this time of uncertainty and precaution, I urge all expectant mothers to … TestIowa . For more information and a list of frequently asked questions, please visit the Methodist community information page . Thank you for helping us keep you and our …

… up, I had my first computer when I was in high school. Today, my two-year-old knows how to use my iPad with ease. With infertility, we rely daily on technology to help couples conceive. … eggs then occurs “in vitro” in our laboratory. The resulting embryos are grown in an incubator for five days until they reach the blastocyst stage. After five days, the growing embryo(s) are … and controversial medical innovation, there are bound to be myths that develop along the way. As an infertility specialist, I commonly educate and help clear up the many misconceptions …

… It’s probably not something you’ve thought much about – how to prevent a fall. But with each passing year, knowing how to stop a fall or prevent one from happening in the first place becomes increasingly important. The danger of falls Falls are dangerous for a variety of reasons. Falls in general have a higher likelihood of causing illness and death …

… From birth to three From the moment your child is born, your baby begins a steady climb of growth and … days – will foster healthy brain development. Falling short means critical malnourishment for body and brain. There are two definitions of malnutrition, where children may miss out on … dairy foods such as yogurt or cheese after 6 months of age  Balance is important This is a new way to think of introducing foods to your little one. Balance is important when introducing a …

… She never wanted to be a nurse. “It was a mistake, actually,” said Constance Ernstmeyer, LPN, who triages internal … I was going to be a coach. So I figured I would need to know what a sprain was, what to look for – things like that.” But a nurse that she was working with at the time encouraged Ernstmeyer … “I laughed and said, ‘I’ve been coming here long enough. I’m pretty sure I know how to find my way out.’ He said, ‘No, you have an interview right now.’ The rest is history, I guess.” And to …

… Lean to the left Lean to the right Stand up, sit down Fight, fight, fight Go team! My seventh-grade social studies … is a common phrase.  So what are the benefits of standing? How often should we do it, and for how long? Is there anything else we can do to combat the negative effects of prolonged sitting Standing is good for you There’s plenty of research on the benefits of standing. Among the findings: It lowers …

… class as usual on Jan. 14. That same day, the couple also assembled a dresser in the nursery for their son, Mills, who wasn’t due for nearly two more weeks. When Kassie started experiencing … snow was falling, and high winds would have made travel difficult from their home near Ithaca to Methodist Fremont Health . Then her water broke. The Molines made it to the hospital and soon … You could tell she really cared about our care and our experience.” Mills has come a long way since January, and today he’s thriving as he nears his first birthday. “He’s rambunctious and …