New Moms
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Vaginal bleeding is a common cause of presentation to the ED in the first trimester of pregnancy. Learn the major causes, critical signs and appropriate triage.

Cesarean section rates have risen more than 60% since 2009. Learn how to care for patients who are preparing for or have undergone a C-section, assess for signs of infection or other complications and holistically support patients physically and emotionally.

Hypertensive disorders are the most common medical complication affecting pregnancy and the second leading cause of maternal deaths in the U.S. Build your knowledge of hypertension in pregnancy and its management and impact on mothers and infants.

Learn how to keep patients safe as they undergo a trial of labor after cesarean (TOLAC) to attempt a vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC).

Perinatal opioid use is a serious public health challenge in the U.S. associated with morbidity and mortality for both mothers and their infants. Learn about screening approaches, treatment programs and resources for opioid use during pregnancy.

Gestational diabetes mellitus is on the rise in the U.S. Learn how pregnancy alters glucose metabolism, what risk assessment is required and what test results indicate when a pregnant woman has crossed into GDM.

Healthcare professionals have made significant progress in perinatal safety. But infections remain a threat to the fetus. Get an overview of each infectious process and recommended screening and treatment protocols.