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Answers from OhioHealth Physicians

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As seen in our Maternity & Parenting E-newsletter, below you'll find answers from OhioHealth physicians regarding pregnancy, childbirth and parenting experiences.

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Q: What is the safest position for sleeping while pregnant?  
A: By 12 weeks of pregnancy the uterus has become too large to remain completely in the pelvis. ...

Q:  Are vitamins and other supplements okay to use if I'm breastfeeding?
A:  As you begin breastfeeding, it is important to realize that many of the substances you ingest can pass directly into your milk supply. ...

Q.  What is a birth plan? Should I have one?
A.
  A birth plan is a document prepared by expectant parents which outlines in detail any specific requests or desires concerning labor and delivery. ... 

Q.  Why are some births induced and what are the benefits/weaknesses of this versus going into labor naturally?
A:
Induction of labor is the process of starting labor from scratch and continuing labor through artificial means. ...

Q.  Summer skin protection for babies and children: What can I do?
A.   Summer weather protection is a vital part of raising healthy children. ...  

Q: How do I know when my baby is ready to begin crawling and/or walking? How can I offer encouragement?  
A: Babies develop at their own pace—that is the most important thing to remember. ...