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Pregnancy & Childbirth
South Shore Health delivers a childbirth experience tailored to each family's needs and preferences. We also offer the region's only Level III NICU and the state's only Obstetrics Emergency Department.
What to Avoid During Pregnancy
Many women wonder what’s okay during pregnancy and what is not. Our experts share the behaviors and substances to avoid during pregnancy.
BlogPreparing for Labor and Parenthood: Easing Your Pregnancy & Birth
Pregnancy is a journey, and this free virtual series is designed to help guide parents-to-be from early pregnancy through a healthy birth and beyond. Led by Melissa DiNunno, DNP, CNM, RN, this six-class series, which will be held virtually, is free and open to all expecting parents. If you missed a...
Events & ProgramsFamilies Share Down Syndrome Pregnancy Journey with Maternal-Fetal Medicine Program
As part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, local families share their experiences with the compassionate, expert team in South Shore Health's Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Program.
BlogAre You Counting Your Kicks? The Benefits of Monitoring Fetal Movement During Pregnancy
Our team discusses the benefits of Count the Kicks, an evidence based, international stillbirth prevention program that helps expectant parents get to know their baby’s normal movement patterns starting in the third trimester of pregnancy (or earlier for multiples or if high risk).
BlogThe Importance of Folic Acid Before and During Pregnancy
Learn about folic acid, a superhero vitamin, and why it's so important for women of childbearing age from a certified nurse-midwife.
BlogFive Things You Should Know About Pregnancy at a Later Age
Studies show there are benefits to waiting until later in life to get pregnant, but there are some key things you should know if you're planning to wait.
BlogVaccines Arm Us for Respiratory Virus Season
Respiratory virus season is on the way and illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and pneumonia will be widely circulating again. Todd Ellerin, MD, South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease provides updated vaccine guidance and shares other preventative steps you can take to stay well this season.
BlogFour Benefits of Exercising When Pregnant
Staying active—or getting into fitness routine for the first time—is a great way to maintain your health and improve the health of your baby. Learn more about the benefits.
BlogEd & Wendy Batchelder: A Tiny Miracle
Sometimes, the biggest miracles come in the smallest packages. After trying unsuccessfully for many years to get pregnant, Ed and Wendy Batchelder of Bridgewater were shocked when Wendy became pregnant at age 44. “It was a total surprise, but a wonderful, happy surprise,” Wendy said. “We had pretty...
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