Pregnancy & Infants Q&A

• When Can I Take My Newborn Out in Public?

  There are no set rules about how long to wait before taking a newborn out into the world or when to let people near the baby. But here are some guidelines.

• When Can My Baby Start Eating Solid Foods?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• When Do Pregnant Women Need Progesterone Shots?

  Doctor may prescribe progesterone shots during a woman’s pregnancy to help prevent early labor.

• Why Are Pregnant Women Told to Avoid Feta Cheese?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Why Do Many Pregnant Women Pull Ligaments, Muscles, and Joints?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Why Do Some Pregnant Women Get Varicose Veins?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Why Do Some Women Feel Short of Breath During Pregnancy?

  As a normal part of pregnancy, breathing may be affected by the increase in the hormone progesterone, which causes you to breathe in more deeply. This might make you feel as if you’re working harder to get air.

• Why Should Babies Not Have Honey?

  Babies should not have honey if they’re younger than 1 year old. Here’s why.