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Q: When to induce labor?

Posted Friday, November 21, 2008 1:18 PM

Q: Do I need to induce labor early if my baby is too small? Dr. Ashley Roman : There is a pretty wide range for what is considered to be normal size for


Q: Back pain -- sign of labor?

Posted Tuesday, January 15, 2008 3:51 PM

Q: I'm 38 weeks, dilated to 1 1/2 cm and fully effaced. I have been uncomfortable, but haven't noticed anything real dramatic as far as excessive pain


Q: Placental position?

Posted Tuesday, November 06, 2007 10:44 PM

Q: How far away does the placenta need to be from the cervix to have natural child birth? --bridget88 Dr. Ashley Roman : We generally recommend that the


Q: How late is too late to fly?

Posted Monday, October 08, 2007 5:28 PM

Q: When is it too late to fly when you are pregnant? -- RGPhillip Dr. Ashley Roman : Most airlines won't let passengers on board after 36 weeks. As a doctor,


Q: Progesterone and labor?

Posted Wednesday, June 27, 2007 12:37 PM

Q: I've heard progesterone can help with avoiding preterm labor. Is this true? How do I know if I need this? Dr. Ashley Roman : If you have delivered prematurely


Q: Avoiding preterm labor?

Posted Wednesday, June 27, 2007 12:14 PM

Q: Is there anything I can do to reduce my risk of preterm labor? Dr. Ashley Roman : Preterm birth affects approximately 12% of pregnancies in the United


Q: 3D and 4D Ultrasound?

Posted Thursday, March 29, 2007 3:14 AM

Q: I've heard about 3D and 4D ultrasounds -- what are these, and are they safe? Why would I have one? Dr. Ashley Roman : Traditionally, 2D ultrasound allows