ACOG’s maternal immunization schedule is grounded in decades of rigorous research that confirm vaccines are safe and effective for patients and their developing pregnancies. This schedule differs from ...

Eating well is one of the best things you can do during pregnancy. Healthy eating helps your fetus grow and keeps your body healthy throughout all the changes that pregnancy brings. What does it mean ...

Today, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) published an interim update to its clinical guidance, Practice Bulletin 179: Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and Screening in ...

Washington, D.C.—The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has named Sandra E. Brooks, MD, MBA, FACOG, as its new CEO, effective August 5. Christopher M. Zahn, MD, FACOG, will ...

Congratulations on deciding to have a baby! Now there’s a lot to learn – from preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy to reading up on fertility. This is the place to start.

What is ACOG’s position regarding the use of acetaminophen in pregnancy? ACOG supports the use of acetaminophen in pregnancy when taken as needed, in moderation, and after consultation with a doctor.

Urinary incontinence simply means leaking urine. Incontinence can range from leaking just a few drops of urine to complete emptying of the bladder. Incontinence is a common problem, and there are many ...

Acetaminophen is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication used for pain, fever, and headaches. You may know it under the U.S. brand name Tylenol. Can pregnant women take acetaminophen? Yes, acetaminophen ...

Sandra E. Brooks, MD, MBA, FACOG, is the chief executive officer of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Brooks, a Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha graduate of Howard ...

When it comes to your sexuality, you should feel healthy, safe, and respected. ACOG is here to help you learn about your body, sex, and healthy relationships. STIs are very common and easily spread.

Pelvic organ prolapse is a disorder in which one or more of the pelvic organs drop from their normal position. It is caused by injury to the muscles or tissues that support the pelvic organs. The ...

These days, seeing your ob-gyn involves much more than a Pap test, pelvic exam, or breast exam. In fact, those exams may not even be needed at each checkup. The visit is really about taking a look at ...