Some women rush to their doctor just days after getting a positive pregnant test, but Dr. L. Joy Baker said she often sees patients for the first time just weeks or even days before they give birth.

The first weeks of pregnancy shape a lifetime, and what happens during those early days can influence everything that follows. Too often, they pass without the care that can make all the difference.

Here are three essential steps to support a healthy pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, call a doctor. Early care ...

Week 3 of pregnancy is a delicate stage when the embryo undergoes rapid cell division and early organisation. At this point, ...