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Pregnancy Health Videos on Demand

You can watch these videos using a high-speed Internet connection and Adobe Flash Player; just click the "Watch it now" link. You can download the player by visiting the Adobe Flash Player Web site.

  • Teratogens
    Kenneth-Lyons Jones, M.D., an expert in the field of Teratogens explains how external environment affects pre-natal health. Discussion includes which drugs, including prescription drugs, and alcohol cause birth defects. (29 minutes)  Watch it now
  • Preconception Health
    There are many steps you can take before you become pregnant that will help prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy and baby. Preconception Health describes basic ways to keep a healthy lifestyle while you're trying to conceive. Diet, exercise, weight, behavior and Folic Acid are discussed along with the importance of every woman having a pre-conception health check-up. (29 minutes)  Watch it now 

  • Prenatal Health
    Growing a healthy baby is one of the most important jobs of your life. Prenatal Health examines proper diet and nutrition to best ensure that you and your baby get all the vitamins, minerals and calories needed for a healthy pregnancy. Learn basic ways to maintain a healthy diet during pregnancy. How you feel emotionally and physically during pregnancy directly affects you and your baby's well being. Prenatal Health explains how you can control and manage your stress, and how proper exercise has a direct and positive effect on a women's pregnancy and delivery. (29 minutes)  Watch it now 

  • Back Pain in Pregnancy
    Douglas Chang, MD, UCSD Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, discusses strategies for managing low back pain during pregnancy. (29 minutes)  Watch it now