Amniocentesis: yes or no?
The amniotic fluid test is a diagnostic test of your unborn child for hereditary diseases, malformations and chromosomal abnormalities. For…
Abortion in case of abnormalities?
If your unborn baby is diagnosed with a malformation or a chromosomal abnormality, you have the right to opt…
Preventive check-ups for pregnant women
At least ten check-ups should ensure the health of mother and child during pregnancy. You can have the examinations carried…
10 questions for a midwife about childbirth
Midwife Rita Hüning explains how she takes care of women during the birth and what other important tasks they…
Does sex during pregnancy harm the baby?
Is it harmful to the unborn child if a couple has sex during pregnancy? There is a lot of…
Preparing breasts and nipples for breastfeeding: Here’s how
By preparing your breasts for breastfeeding, you can prevent breast engorgement or sore nipples later on. You can find out…
Maternity pass: meaning of the abbreviations
The maternity pass contains the most important information about the course of your pregnancy. But it’s not always easy for…
Water retention in pregnancy
Many pregnant women have problems with water retention in their arms and legs towards the end of their pregnancy…
Twin transfusion syndrome: what is it?
In 15 to 20 percent of identical twins who share a placenta, the children’s blood systems may be connected…
Twin pregnancy: how it happens
The number of twin pregnancies in Germany has increased steadily over the past twenty years. In addition to the higher…