In the U.S., many women rely on their gynecologists — not only to provide prenatal care and yearly exams but also to address signs of underlying health issues. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists predicts there will be a 6% increase in demand for women’s healthcare in the United States over the next decade,…
Why Am I Experiencing Constipation During Pregnancy?
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If you’re pregnant for the first time, there are some bodily changes you might be unfamiliar with. While most everyone knows the classic symptoms of morning sickness, weight gain, glowing skin, and a round stomach, there are some other, less spoken about plights of pregnancy. One of these is constipation during pregnancy.
What You Need to Know About Varicose Veins in Pregnancy
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Pregnancy can cause a lot of changes in your body. From swollen and tender breasts, to growing, stretching skin over your belly, you may begin to feel like you’re trapped in someone else’s body. Then one day, you look down and wham! So many additional veins on your legs! What is that about? Varicose veins…
Interested in Using a Midwife? Meet Janine Hammond!
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Have you ever thought about using a midwife during your pregnancy? We’re very excited to share that we’ve recently expanded our OBGyn services to include Midwifery. Our Board Certified Nurse Midwife, Janine Hammond, brings with her 15 years of experience as a labor and delivery nurse, plus an immense passion for the birthing experience. I…
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What is an OBGYN? [Summary & Services]
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Gynecologists, obstetricians, midwives, doulas, primary care physicians… and now OBGYNs? What’s the difference? There are so many different names for medical professionals who are involved in women’s health that it can become confusing to know what you need and when. Here’s a quick summary of what an OBGYN is and what they can do for…
4 Tips for Surviving Morning Sickness
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Does brushing your teeth cause you to gag? Are you afraid of even opening the refrigerator? You’re not alone. While pregnancy can be an amazing ride, the dreaded morning sickness that often comes with it isn’t so fabulous. And despite its name, morning sickness doesn’t discriminate between the time of day—nausea or vomiting can sneak…
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Well Woman Exam
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Taking care of you, your body, and your reproductive system has never been more important. Whether it’s work, family, friends, or children, other people are counting on you, and depending on you. To put your best foot forward, you have to regularly check in on your health. That’s why we recommend an annual well woman…
5 Ways to Survive the Two Week Wait When You’re TTC
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Trying to have a baby can bring up so many surprising emotions. Sometimes it’s exciting and emotional, other times it’s frustrating and confusing. No matter what you and your partner are going through, trying to conceive is a mixed bag of experiences and feelings—especially during the dreaded two week wait.
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Do You Have Postpartum Depression? [Signs and Symptoms]
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Have you ever looked at your newborn and thought, “I just can’t do this” or “I feel like the baby doesn’t like me”? Perhaps you’ve had thoughts that are even worse. The good news is, you’re not alone and there is help for you.
4 Pregnancy Cravings & What They Mean for You
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Ranch dressing straight from the bottle? Orange juice? Potato chips even if you don’t LIKE potato chips? You’ve seen it joked about on T.V. shows and in movies, but make no mistake: pregnancy cravings are real and they can be quite strange.