Pregnancy

Debate Over Who Needs A Thyroid Check In Pregnancy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Check-ups during pregnancy tend to focus around the waist. But there's growing debate about which mothers-to-be should have a gland in their neck tested, too. Numerous studies since 1999 have found that an underactive thyroid can raise a woman's risk of miscarriage, premature birth, or a lower IQ for her baby — even if it's so mildly sluggish that she feels no symptoms... Read Mo
11 Things Every Expecting Father Should Take to the Hospital
11 Things Every Expecting Father Should Take to the Hospital
So, there I sat, minding my own business watching my favorite show when she came bursting into the room.

"Have you packed your bag yet?!"

"Are we going somewhere?" I responded.

"Your hospital bag!"

For anyone who has ever seen a movie involving pregnancy, it is no secret that every expecting mother should have a "Go Bag" ready weeks in advance. What only the experienced parents know is that every expecting father should have the same things. My wife and I are expecting our fourth child in about three weeks, so I've been around the block a couple of times. Here are eleven things that every father should remember to take to the hospital when mom goes into labor.