Well, Now: Overcoming a Complicated Pregnancy
For many, pregnancy is a time of heightened and joyful anticipation. There are doctor\u2019s appointments, tests, preparation\u2026All with a focus on bringing home a healthy baby.\xa0\nThe other side of pregnancy\u2013the complications\u2013is not readily discussed.\xa0\nOn this week\u2019s episode of Well, Now we discuss all of these potential roadblocks with economist Emily Oster. In her latest book The Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy During and After Complications, she arms patients with the data they need to advocate for themselves in their appointments.\nIf you enjoyed this episode, check out: How a Former Surgeon General Took on a $5,000 ER Bill\nWell, Now is hosted by Kavita Patel, MD and Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN.\nPodcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry with editorial oversight by Alicia Montgomery.\nSend your comments and recommendations on what to cover to wellnow@slate.com\xa0\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices