At Modern OBGYN Care, our experienced team, led by Dr. Miguel Torres
and Dr. Marcela Torres, treats expectant moms and their growing babies just like members of the family.
In our comfortable Pembroke Pines, Florida, office, we focus on guiding you safely through every phase of pregnancy. It all starts with education, and learning about how to have a healthy pregnancy is easier than you may think. Today's blog covers four expert tips to help you protect your health and your baby’s.
The earlier you begin prenatal visits, the better our doctors can monitor your health and your baby’s growth. During regular checkups, we track your progress, address concerns quickly, and detect potential complications before they become serious.
A recent meta-analysis demonstrated that comprehensive prenatal care dramatically reduced the rate of pregnancy complications, including low birth weight babies, preterm birth, and neonatal mortality. We provide everything you need in one place, including in-office ultrasounds.
A healthy pregnancy diet should include lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. Key nutrients like folic acid, iron, calcium, and omega-3 fatty acids help support your baby’s development and reduce risks of complications such as neural tube defects or anemia.
Establishing healthy eating habits before pregnancy can also contribute to keeping you and your future baby healthy.
A study from the National Institutes of Health showed that a healthy diet, starting as early as conception and continuing through the second trimester, could significantly lower the risk of serious complications, including premature birth, gestational diabetes, and conditions related to high blood pressure, like preeclampsia.
Did you know that nearly half of American women gain more than the recommended amount of weight during pregnancy? The healthy eating habits we just discussed, alongside a regular exercise plan, can help you maintain a healthy weight — and even better, help you prevent pregnancy complications.
Multiple studies suggest that exercise can help lower the risk of premature birth, gestational diabetes, and preeclampsia. Regular exercise can also boost your mood, helping you feel more positive and energized. This benefits both you and your baby during what can sometimes be a stressful period.
If you had a chronic condition before you got pregnant, it's now more important than ever to monitor and tightly control it. Whether it's high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, a thyroid disorder, an autoimmune disease, or another condition, your pre-existing disease could affect both your health and your baby's development if you don't manage it properly.
From the start of your pregnancy, we recommend that you work with both your OB/GYN here at Modern OBGYN Care and your other condition-specific medical specialists to take steps that can reduce your risk of complications.
Our doctors can help you adjust medications, monitor your health extra closely, and take proactive steps to manage your disease while minimizing pregnancy risks.
During pregnancy, you and your baby share everything, and that can include good health. At Modern OBGYN Care, we're here to help ensure you're both at your healthiest at every stage of the pregnancy journey.
We provide expert guidance, routine prenatal care, advanced testing, and highly personalized support tailored to your pregnancy. Call us today at 754-217-4181 to schedule your prenatal appointment.
