Carry & Deliver with Confidence
At our pregnancy center in Edina, you’ll receive expert care from board-certified OBGYNs and advanced practice providers. Each clinician works within a small, collaborative team to ensure seamless support, including after-hours and delivery coverage. You can choose to schedule your prenatal appointments with one provider or rotate among our care team to build familiarity and trust. Our approach to Edina pregnancy care is flexible, personal, and designed around your comfort.
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From Routine to High Risk
At Almara Women’s Clinic in Edina, our OBGYNs support you from the moment of pregnancy confirmation through postpartum and lactation care. We focus on building your knowledge, nurturing both your physical and emotional health, and offering early detection, high-risk care, genetic counseling, and transition support. Our Edina location provides expert coverage, even for the most complex pregnancies.
This service is designed to help you prepare your body for pregnancy. It may include reviewing medications, managing ongoing health conditions, checking immunizations, and making informed lifestyle adjustments. The aim is to support your health in the months before conception, setting the stage for the best possible outcomes for both you and your baby.
Whether expected or a surprise, confirming a pregnancy usually starts with a urine or blood test. These tests detect the hCG hormone and may be followed by an ultrasound to estimate how far along the pregnancy is. Early confirmation helps with timely support, planning, and health guidance during this important early stage.
Obstetrical care offers continuous support through pregnancy, labor, and delivery. It includes regular checkups, fetal monitoring, managing any complications, and preparing for birth. Your provider will guide you through each stage with personalized care, whether it’s your first baby or a growing family.
Regular prenatal visits help track your health and your baby’s development throughout pregnancy. These checkups often include ultrasounds, blood tests, and vital sign monitoring. Early screening options, such as genetic tests or diabetes checks, can spot potential concerns before they become complications. This ongoing care promotes informed decisions and supports a healthy pregnancy journey.
This occurs when your fertilized egg implants outside your uterus, mostly in a fallopian tube. Since it can’t develop normally, it requires prompt medical care. Diagnosis typically includes blood tests and imaging. Depending on the situation, treatment may involve medication or surgery. Detecting it early is key to protecting your health and preserving fertility.
Pregnancy loss is profoundly personal. Care following a miscarriage or stillbirth focuses on both physical healing and emotional well-being. When needed, evaluations may help explore possible causes, though not all losses have clear answers. Gentle, thoughtful follow-up can support your healing process and help you feel ready, whenever that may be, to consider future pregnancies.
Prenatal ultrasounds use sound waves to create detailed images of your baby and reproductive organs. They help confirm pregnancy, estimate due dates, monitor growth, and examine anatomy. Most people receive one in the first trimester and a more detailed scan around 20 weeks. It’s a safe, non-invasive way to gain real-time insight into your baby’s development.
Maintaining pelvic health during pregnancy means supporting the muscles, ligaments, and organs as your body changes. Issues like pressure, discomfort, incontinence, or weakened pelvic floor muscles are common. Evaluations may include physical exams or imaging. Addressing these early can enhance comfort, aid in birth preparation, and support recovery after delivery.
It’s a condition where blood sugar levels increase during pregnancy, typically diagnosed between 24 and 28 weeks through a glucose tolerance test. Treatment may involve dietary changes, glucose tracking, and sometimes medication. With proper care, most pregnancies progress safely, and blood sugar gets normal after birth.
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-related condition that involves elevated blood pressure and can affect organ function. It often develops after the halfway point of pregnancy and may progress rapidly. Careful monitoring, such as checking blood pressure, running lab tests, and assessing the baby, can help manage the condition. Treatment may involve medication or early delivery to ensure safety for both parent and child.
For some who’ve previously had a C-section, vaginal delivery may still be possible in future pregnancies. VBAC is considered after evaluating the type of prior incision, current pregnancy health, and readiness for labor. While it’s not suitable for everyone, it can offer a quicker recovery and fewer risks when the right conditions are met.
Genetic counseling offers guidance on inherited health conditions that could impact pregnancy or a baby’s development. It typically includes reviewing your family medical history and exploring available screening or diagnostic tests. Counselors are there to clarify results, walk through possible choices, and offer support in making informed, confident decisions.
Typically performed in the third trimester, this test is used in high-risk pregnancies to monitor the baby’s heart rate in response to movement. It shows how well oxygen is flowing through the placenta. The test is painless, non-invasive, and offers valuable, real-time information about your baby’s well-being.
Every pregnancy is unique, and so is every birth plan. Delivery planning covers labor preferences, pain management options, who will be present for support, and any special medical considerations. Plans are flexible, since labor can be unpredictable, but talking through options helps reduce anxiety and prepares everyone for a smoother, more confident delivery experience.
Whether vaginal or by cesarean, every delivery is supported by monitoring, communication, and quick responses to changing needs. Some C-sections are planned, others unplanned. Either way, the focus is on a healthy birth and recovery, with clear explanations and emotional support at every stage.
Recovery after childbirth involves more than just physical healing. Postpartum care addresses issues like bleeding, sleep disturbances, emotional changes, and feeding difficulties. Follow-up appointments usually happen around six weeks postpartum, though some may need attention sooner. This care phase supports your overall well-being, physically and emotionally, as you adjust to life after birth.
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A Different Kind of Care
Almara Women’s Health is a physician-owned, independent practice focused on delivering personalized, evidence-based care for women. As a leading pregnancy clinic in Edina, we offer the time, attention, and support you deserve, through every phase of your health and wellness journey.
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Ideally, your first prenatal appointment should happen around 8 weeks after your last menstrual period or as soon as you know you’re pregnant.
Bring your medical history, a list of current medications, and any questions you may have. If you’ve had previous pregnancies or tests, those records are helpful too.
Contact your provider if you experience heavy bleeding, severe cramping, sudden swelling, blurred vision, or decreased fetal movement, especially in the third trimester.
Yes. Folic acid, iron, and other nutrients in prenatal vitamins support fetal development and help prevent complications. Start taking them as early as possible.
Avoid undercooked or raw meat and eggs, unpasteurized dairy, certain seafood high in mercury (like shark or swordfish), and deli meats unless heated. These precautions help protect your baby from harmful bacteria and toxins.
Common symptoms include fatigue, nausea, breast tenderness, and mild cramping. However, every pregnancy is different; if you’re unsure, always reach out to your provider.
Your estimated due date is typically calculated from the first day of your last period, but it may be adjusted after an early ultrasound.
In most cases, yes. Light to moderate exercise is encouraged unless the provider advises otherwise. Always discuss any new activity before starting.
Weight gain differs based on your pre-pregnancy weight and other factors. Your provider will help you determine a healthy range based on your specific needs.
