Obstetrics (OB) Resources by Topic

Browse the topics below to learn more about:

If you have any questions, contact your UPMC Magee-Womens OB's office.

Before Your First OB Appointment — a welcome letter from the OB team at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.
Passport to Pregnancy — your UPMC Magee-Womens pregnancy journey at a glance.
Your First Weeks — a short video about the first weeks of pregnancy.
Eating Right While Pregnant — a short video about foods to include and avoid.
How to Exercise Safely — a short video on ways to stay active and safe while pregnant.
Managing Morning Sickness — short video about getting through first-trimester illness.
Keeping Your Baby's Sex a Surprise — a list of labs that may tell you the sex of your baby.
Screening for Birth Defects — info about screenings that may occur during the first 3 months.
What to Expect: Prenatal Testing — a list of prenatal tests and what they mean.
Screening for Substance Use — details on our offices' approach to substance use screening.
Planning Your Birth Experience — an overview of options you may have during labor and delivery at UPMC Magee.
Signs of Labor — a short video about labor signs to look out for.

Labor and Delivery — short videos about what to expect before, during, and after labor.
Induction of Labor — info about what to expect if we need to induce you.
Managing Pain During Labor — techniques for comfort and pain relief.
Perineal Tears — info on birth canal tears during labor.
If You Have a C-section — info about c-sections and what to expect.
Cord Blood Options — details on ways to preserve or donate cord blood after giving birth.

First 6 Weeks After Giving Birth — videos and info about what to expect during your postpartum period.
Post-Birth Warning Signs — details about health complications after childbirth.
Problems After Giving Birth — info about issues that may arise and ways to treat them.
Postpartum Depression — short videos about depression after giving birth and treatment options.

Bonding With Your Newborn — short videos about life with a new baby.
Growth and Development — short videos about your baby's physical and cognitive development.
Breastfeeding — videos and details about latching, breastfeeding, and breast pumps.
Safe Sleep for Babies — a short video about keeping your baby safe while sleeping.
Car Seat Safety — a short video about the importance of car seats.
Why Immunize Your Child? — a short video about how vital vaccines are in babies and kids.