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What Moms Need to Know Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Many mothers assume if they’ve had a Cesarean delivery for their first or second baby, then a C-section is mandatory for their next child. But this isn’t always the case.
BlogTen Must-Have Items for Breastfeeding Moms
Planning to breastfeed? South Shore Health's lactation consultants share the ten must-have items expectant mothers should add to their registries.
BlogHow to Safely Introduce Your Child to Peanuts and Eggs
South Shore Medical Center shares what parents of young children need to know about introducing peanuts and eggs to their child's diet.
BlogDebunking Five Common Myths of Midwifery
There are many myths about midwives based on centuries-old images or simple misunderstandings. Learn the truth about some of these common midwifery myths.
BlogPlay it Safe: Four Ways to Prevent Facial Injuries
The face of a young athlete can easily be injured if the proper precautions are not used while participating in sports. Learn how to reduce the risk of injury.
BlogMedical Director of Spine Center Answers Common Questions on Back Pain
Have questions about back pain? The Medical Director of South Shore Health's Spine Center answers some common questions she hears from patients.
BlogTen Signs It's Time to See a Podiatrist
If you think continuous foot pain is normal, it's not. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it's time to see a podiatrist.
BlogRedesigning Vascular Care for South Shore Residents
Our new Chief of Vascular Surgery talks about his plans to make the Health System the choice for vascular care in the region.
BlogThe Center for Wound Healing Gets Pembroke Woman Back on Her Feet
Treatment from South Shore Health's Center for Wound Healing got Mildred McGaffigan of Pembroke back in action after a serious injury. Read her story.
BlogNon-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)
Non-Invasive Prenatal testing (NIPT), also known as cell-free DNA is a prenatal test that screens for common chromosome conditions, such as Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome). NIPT is focused on screening for chromosome conditions, but it can also reveal the sex of the baby if desired. Screening tests are...
