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3 articles

Gestational Diabetes: Passing the Test, and Exactly What Happens If You Don't

The glucose test is one of pregnancy's most dreaded appointments. Here's how it works, why you shouldn't try to 'game' it, and what a diagnosis really means.

Apr 19, 2026

Expecting parent at a prenatal glucose screening appointment

Pregnancy3 min read

Group B Strep: The Swab at 36 Weeks and How It Quietly Changes Your Labor

A quick swab near the end of pregnancy checks for Group B strep. Here's what a positive result means, and how it shapes your labor plan.

Apr 17, 2026

Expecting parent at a late-pregnancy prenatal screening

Postpartum3 min read

The Postpartum Questions Your Provider Should Ask — and What to Do If They Don't

Good postpartum care screens your mental health, not just your stitches. Here's what your provider should be asking—and how to advocate if they skip it.

Mar 25, 2026

A thorough postpartum check-in covering mental health