What Are You Googling in Pregnancy?

Thursday, December 27, 2018

Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)

In many ways, Google has been life changing -- it has changed how we find and retrieve information, how we acquire knowledge, and how we answer and solve questions and problems, from the smallest to the most profound. When it comes to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding, some might say that Google is essential. The truth is, searching for answers to questions about pregnancy and birth on Google can give you solid, evidence-based information. Of course, it never replaces the care, evaluation, and advice you receive from your doctor or midwife, but it's an excellent place to start, and in fact, can confirm or call into question the quality of care you're getting.

Since we use Google for so much, I thought it would be fun to share what the reasons people are using Google for when it comes to all things pregnancy-birth-postpartum. Below is a list of the top phrases in Google's autocomplete list and the top four questions that pop up in a Google word search, according the searches for pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and breastfeeding. And because education and providing sound information is at the heart of everything we do at Lamaze, I've also included any relevant links that relate to the topics listed.

Pregnancy...

... test (see: "When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?")
... pillow (see: "Solutions for Better Sleep During Pregnancy")
... symptoms (see: "Signs of Pregnancy")
... announcement
... discharge (see: "Changes in Your First Trimester of Pregnancy")
... resources (see: "Trimester by Trimester" series)
... week by week (see "Your Pregnancy Week by Week")
... calculator (see: "Your Due Date May Not Be Your Baby's Birthday")

Top 4 Questions

What is the pregnancy period?
What are the symptoms of a man when a woman is pregnant?
What can you expect in early pregnancy? (see: "Your First Trimester")
How can I tell if I'm pregnant after 1 week? (see: "How Early Can You Tell if You're Pregnant?")

Childbirth...

... classes (see: "Do I Need to Take a Childbirth Class?")
... video (see: Lamaze YouTube channel)
... concierge
... educator (see: "The Lamaze Difference")
... classes near me (see: "Find a Lamaze Class")
... pain (see: "Top 10 Fears in Childbirth (A Series): How Will I Deal With the Pain?")
... without fear
... classes online (see: "Lamaze Online Classes")

Top 4 Questions

What happens while giving birth?
Is it painful for a baby to be born?
Is giving birth the most painful thing? (see: "What's Different About Labor Pain and Why Does it Matter?")
Do you poop when you give birth? (see: "Top 10 Childbirth Fears (A Series): Will I Really Poop During Birth?")

Postpartum...

... depression (see "Maternal Mental Health Matters During Pregnancy and Postpartum")
... hair loss
... preeclampsia (see: "Preeclampsia Can Happen to Any Woman, Any Pregnancy")
... psychosis
... bleeding
... cardiomyopathy
... definition
... belly
... belly wrap (see: "Postpartum Care: Belly Binding")

Top 4 Questions

What causes postpartum?
What is the difference between postpartum and postnatal?
What is postpartum pregnancy?
How can you prevent postpartum? (see: "What Is a Postpartum Doula?")

Breastfeeding...

... and alcohol
... tips (see: "Take a Page From the Book: Breastfeeding Tips")
... diet (see: "Best Foods and Snacks for Breastfeeding")
... while pregnant
... while sick
... vs. formula (see: "Reasons Why People Quit Breastfeeding")
... meme
... positioning
... pillow (see: "Breastfeeding Supplies: What Do I Really Need?")

Top 4 Questions

How long does a woman have to breastfeed?
Can you run out of milk? (see: "Your Questions Answered: Milk Supply")
How do I get my milk to let down?
Is it OK to drink while breastfeeding?

Tags: Birth , Pregnancy , Breastfeeding , Postpartum , Google , Online resources