Whether you are eight months pregnant or just thinking about starting a family, there is a lot to consider. At UT Medical Center, we believe that it is important to learn as much as you can about your health and your body during this exciting time. The Center for Women’s Health is here to help you along your journey towards parenthood, so we have put together this useful guide to some of the key issues concerning pregnancy and childbirth.

The UT CARES Program

• Have you chosen a doctor yet? Let us help.
• Would you like to tour the Birthing Center?
• Do you know what our healthcare coordinators can do to help?
• Have you been to childbirth classes? We can arrange them for you.
• Would you like help arranging your care at UT Medical Center?

The following are pages loaded with important information to guide you through conception to motherhood.

About Pregnancy
Before Conception
Breastfeeding
Having your baby at UT
Labor and Delivery
Miscarriage / Stillbirth
Prenatal Care
What to take to the hospital
When to Call the Doctor
Your newborn
High Risk Pregnancy
Is My Newborn Sick?
Baby Care

Healthcare coordinators are available by calling toll-free 1.877.UT.CARES (1.877.882.2737).