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Before Baby
Whether you’re thinking about adding to your family or are already pregnant, there’s a lot you need to know to get ready for your new baby. Turn to Mercy for the care, education and support that will prepare you for the next stage of your life... |
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Your Pregnancy
Knowing what your options are and what questions to ask is the first step in taking control of your pregnancy. Join Mercy and Woodland Healthcare professionals as they share insight into preconception and pregnancy topics at our "Before Baby" events in May. |
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Bringing baby home
As your delivery date approaches, there are several things to consider before your baby arrives – How will you feed baby? How will you care for baby? Who will be baby’s doctor?
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Make a plan, ask questions
Start building a relationship with your doctor before you get pregnant.
Find a Mercy doctor...
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Education is power
Mercy offers a number of classes to help you through your pregnancy, as well as after the arrival of your baby. Find answers to your questions, support from healthcare professionals and other pregnant moms and more. |
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News to you
Sign-up for one of Mercy’s e-newsletters designed especially for women and have up-to-date news about women’s health issues delivered right to your e-mail Inbox.
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Welcome to mercymoms.org! Whether you’re thinking about having a baby, trying to get pregnant, are expecting or already have a baby – this site’s for you. Mercy is a leader in Sacramento when it comes to delivering babies and we’ve brought together many of our healthcare experts to share their insights on the many topics women face “Before Baby” and beyond.
Before Baby: Read about some important do's and don'ts to help you get healthy now and stay that way throughout your pregnancy. Then, listen to Dr. Jang's podcast as she shares why it's important to develop an open relationship with your OB/GYN even before you're expecting.
Our Doctors: If you haven't already selected an OB/GYN, let us help. Learn more about Mercy's doctors, including their education, philosophy of care and more. Then select the doctor who you feel most comfortable with.
Your Pregnancy: Congratulations - you're expecting a baby! Now what? Get a jump start on your pregnancy education by listening to the podcasts with information ranging from nutrition with Elaine Reynolds, Registered Dietician, to what to expect when you go into labor with Bonnie Gorman, Labor & Delivery Nurse.
Classes & Events: When it's time to prepare for a new baby, Mercy offers women and their partners resources from nutrition and exercise classes to childbirth education and car seat safety checks.
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Elaine Reynolds, Registered Dietician
Learn more about the importance of good nutrition - including limiting caffeine intake - and stopping smoking before you get pregnant.
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