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https://steemit.com/pregnancy/@ethermadness/what-is-postpartum-thyroiditis Postpartum thyroiditis is a condition that occurs in about 5% of women after pregnancy. It is when the immune system produces anti-thyroid antibodies which attack the thyroid gland, causing it to become inflamed. The thyroid is critical to your body’s hormone regulation, and for pregnant women already going through hormone changes, it is a common issue they experience. Luckily for most, it is not a permanent condition and typically wanes a year after delivery. Still, it’s good to know the risk factors and how to treat it if you are affected.

https://babybedtimesettlement.com/how-can-hyperthyroidism-be-a-risk-for-pregnant-women/ Thyroid dysfunction is an issue that affects many pregnant women.  Hyperthyroidism, while not as common as hypothyroidism, affects .2% of pregnancies.  Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid is overactive, and can lead to increased heart rate, feeling hot, shaky hands, weight loss, trouble sleeping, and anxiety. Hyperthyroidism can also affect your pregnancy, so here’s some advice for moms-to-be.

https://www.healthcaremom.com/how-can-hypothyroidism-be-a-risk-for-pregnant-women/ Hypothyroidism is a common health concern for pregnant women. It affects 2-3% of pregnancies and it is usually caused by an autoimmune disorder called Hashimoto’s disease, which is when the immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid. Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid gland, and those who are affected by it typically suffer from a lack of energy, feeling cold, muscle cramps, constipation, and problems focusing.

http://www.momoclomatome.com/5-most-common-birth-defects-in-babies/ For expecting mothers, your new baby’s health will always be top of mind. And one of the biggest concerns for moms-to-be is birth defects. Even though the probability of birth defects is low in most cases, the thought of having a baby with a birth defect can keep an expecting mom up at night. If you do the research, you’ll find that these types of problems with newborns are very rare, and there are certain things you can do to reduce your chances of having a baby with birth defects.

https://mommyato.medium.com/how-to-reduce-risk-of-birth-defects-in-babies-865e41349ad4 Of all the things that can keep an expectant mother up at night, birth defects are among the most unnerving. No new mother wants to see their baby in any sort of pain or discomfort, and although rare, birth defects are always in the back of a mom-to-be’s mind. The causes of many birth defects are still unknown within the medical community, but based on existing data we can identify factors that increase a person’s risk for having a baby with a birth defect. Here are some was to reduce the risk of having a baby with a birth defect.