Pregnancy Education and Information
Safety & Security for Families
Your family’s safety is a priority at the SBM Charitable Foundation Family Birthing Center at Manchester Memorial Hospital. We take precautions to be sure your baby is protected. You can…
Read MoreCystic Fibrosis
Prenatal Screening and Diagnosis Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that causes problems with breathing and digestion. It is caused by an abnormal gene that is passed from parent…
Read MoreDepression During and After Pregnancy
Q: What is depression? A: Depression is more than just feeling “blue” or “down in the dumps” for a few days. It’s a serious illness that involves the brain. With…
Read MoreStress and Pregnancy
Stress In every pregnancy, a woman starts out with a 3-5% chance of having a baby with a birth defect. This is called her background risk. This sheet talks about…
Read MoreAlcohol and Pregnancy
In every pregnancy, a woman starts out with a 3-5% chance of having a baby with a birth defect. This is called her background risk. This sheet talks about whether…
Read MorePreparing for Breastfeeding
Even though your baby might no come for a while, there are some important things you should know to help get ready for the best breastfeeding experience possible. Here are…
Read MorePrenatal Genetic Screening Tests
Prenatal genetic testing gives parents-to-be information about whether their baby has certain genetic disorders before birth. Many prenatal genetic tests are available. Prenatal screening tests can tell you the chances…
Read MoreSafe Foods
See the attached PDF below to find out what Pregnant Women and Parents should know about eating fish. View / Download the PDF
Read MoreBirth Plan Patient Information
All of us at OBGYN Group of Eastern Connecticut would like to congratulate you. Whether this is your first pregnancy or not, we understand that this is a very special…
Read MorePost-Procedure Patient Instruction For Essure
What to expect after Essure: You should expect to feel period cramps and mild discomfort for the next twenty-four (24) hours. Most patients are able to resume normal activity after…
Read MorePost Procedure Discharge Instructions for Hysteroscopy
What to expect after a Hysteroscopy: You should expect to feel period cramps and mild discomfort for the next twenty-four (24) hours. Most patients are able to resume normal activity…
Read MorePost Procedure Discharge Instructions for Novasure
What to expect after Novasure: You will begin to notice worsening discomfort as the anesthetic wears off. You may experience mild to moderate cramping (like menstrual cramping) and pinkish watery…
Read MorePost-Procedure Discharge Instructions
ANESTHESIA: You have received the following type of anesthesia: Sedation Regional Block Local Other Subtle residual effects of sedation with local / regional block can last more than 24 hours. Rest…
Read MoreExercise During Pregnancy
So, you’re pregnant. Congratulations! Many people think that pregnancy is a time to relax and avoid physical activity. But did you know that this is actually one of the best…
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