What to expect when you’re taking care of a patient who’s expecting! This fantastic episode will help you work through preconception counseling with ease, assess and treat non-obstetrical acute concerns in pregnant patients, and help you conceptualize best practices for postpartum care. We are joined by expert guest Dr. Xiaolei Chen.  Claim free CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | Swag! | Top Picks | Mailing List | [email protected] | Free CME! Credits Producer: Beth Garbitelli Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Beth Garbitelli  Show Notes by: Shelagh Browne Cover Art and Infographic: Edison Jyang  Reviewer:   Molly Heublein MD Editor: Matthew Watto MD (written materials); Clair Morgan of nodderly.com Guest:  Xiaolei Chen MD Sponsor: GreenChef Go to GreenChef.com/curb125 and use code curb125 to get $125 off including free shipping! GreenChef.com/curb125 Sponsor: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Get started RIGHT NOW with a $75SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/INTERNALMEDICINE. Offer valid through December 31st. Terms and conditions apply.  Sponsor: Provider Solutions & Development Start the conversation or reach out to one of their career navigators today at info.PSDConnect.org/curbsiders  CME Partner: VCU Health CE The Curbsiders are partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Visit curbsiders.vcuhealth.org . Show Segments Intro Picks of the week  Preconception counseling Lifestyle: caffeine, alcohol, exercise  Preconception medications  Management of acute complaints during pregnancy  Go-to medications for acute complaints during pregnancy Chronic diseases during pregnancy Postpartum management Breastfeeding recommendations Take-home points Outro