Dental Care for Pregnancy: General Info and Local Gainesville Resources
Ask any expecting mother what their greatest wish is, and it’s very likely that “a healthy pregnancy and baby” is the top answer. Pregnancy is a time for change for women, and maintaining good health is crucial to having a low-risk, healthy pregnancy. Something you may not be aware of is that pregnancy also affects dental health. Sometimes the very excitement that a pregnancy brings can cause expecting women to neglect the health of their teeth and gums. Here, we discuss what you need to know about pregnancy and dental health, and share resources in Gainesville that may be helpful during your pregnancy.
Gainesville Resources for Pregnant Women
In need of support or medical care during your pregnancy? Here are links to 5 resources in Gainesville that can help you manage your health and mental well-being during your pregnancy.
University of Florida Health Women’s Center
The UF Health Women’s Center provides pregnancy care for women in the Gainesville area. In addition to routine care for pregnancies, they also care for women experiencing high-risk or difficult pregnancies due to health complications or other factors. The Center educates new parents through pregnancy and childbirth classes, which include newborn care and breastfeeding sessions. The also offer a prenatal care group called Centering Pregnancy to help lower the rate of premature births. For more information on their services and offerings, visit their website.
Healthy Start of North Central Florida Coalition
An affiliate partner of the Well Florida Council, Healthy Start of North Central Florida Coalition provides services to support women through pregnancy and after childbirth. The aim is to help women by promoting a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. The program is free and interested parties can request for a Health Start Screen from their physician, midwife or nurse to check if they would benefit from Healthy Start services. Learn more at their website or call (352) 337-1200 for more information.
All About Women Obstetrics & Gynecology
With a Gainesville branch in the North Florida Regional Hospital, All About Women Obstetrics & Gynecology provides health and wellness services for women of all ages. Their wide range of services includes comprehensive pregnancy care from prenatal to delivery to postpartum. Call (352) 331-3332 or visit their website to learn more about their services.
PostPartum Wellness and Family Counselling
Based in Gainesville, this practice focuses on providing women and families with emotional support during and after a pregnancy. Their services include counseling services, free support groups and prenatal consultations.
A Woman’s Answer Medical Center
Looking for support and a listening ear? A Woman’s Answer offers services for expectant women such as free pregnancy tests, free ultrasounds and support counseling. The center is open to women of all ethnicities, religions and incomes. Visit their website for more information or call (352) 367-2716. Images by: Ryan Franco, OnlineMommyDiva, antoniodiaz/©123RF Stock Photo, Kelly Sikkema
