While pregnancy is a miracle, there are times when it can be uncomfortable and not-so-glamorous. People hear about it morning sickness And swollen feet, but not necessarily about pregnancy complications. Pregnant women need to know what is normal and abnormal in pregnancy so they know what to look for if they have any concerns. One of the first tips that today’s guest shares on this episode is to choose a primary care doctor that you like and trust. Have a good relationship with you Doctor or midwife And continued care throughout your pregnancy can help you have a healthier pregnancy.
We’ve got lots of insightful tips from our special guest, Dr. Alison Cowan, received. If you want to learn more about preeclampsia, self-advocacy tips, common pregnancy complications, and what to watch out for, this episode is for you!
Who is Dr. Alison Cowan?
Dr. Alison Cowan is a gynecologist, mother of three children (ages 10, 7 and 3) and director of medical affairs for Mirvie. Mirvie is a maternal health company that is charting a new path for women, expecting parents and their doctors to predict possible pregnancy complications early.
Alison attended Emory University Medical School, where she also received a master’s degree in clinical research, before completing her gynecology residency at Northwestern University. With over a decade of bedside experience, Alison has delivered hundreds of babies. She is now on a mission to help change the status quo for pregnancy health. She is passionate about sharing tips on self-advocacy, having the healthiest pregnancy possible, and advocating for change and equity in pregnancy health at every opportunity. Alison lives in Colorado with her husband Patrick and three children.
What did we discuss?
In this episode, we chat with Alison about the facts behind common pregnancy complications pre-eclampsia, how women can advocate for themselves during pregnancy and equity in pregnancy health. Here are some of the questions we covered in our conversation:
- What steps can women take to ensure the healthiest pregnancy possible?
- Why is Self-advocacy an important part of a woman’s pregnancy?
- What tips do you have for self-advocacy during pregnancy?
- What are some common pregnancy complications? And what symptoms should women pay attention to?
- Can you tell us more about the science and facts behind some of these common pregnancy complications?
- How common is preeclampsia?
- What causes preeclampsia? Can it be prevented?
- Are some women at higher risk of developing preeclampsia than others?
- What are the symptoms of preeclampsia?
- Does preeclampsia go away after delivery?
- I know you are committed to justice in pregnancy health. Can you elaborate on this and explain what it means?
Dr. Cowan’s passion and knowledge about women’s health is evident in this episode. We have received some helpful information that can help every person healthier pregnancy. We hope you learned something new too! Cheers to healthy pregnancies!
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