Common Reasons for a Scheduled C-Section
When you are starting a family, you do a lot of planning. You organize and furnish the nursery and decide whether you want to know the baby’s gender.... View Article
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What Should Be Included in a Birth Plan?
Many women make plans for any major event in their lives. Vacations, weddings, and special birthdays are good examples. Having a baby certainly fits into these other major events in your life.... View Article
Your First Prenatal Visit: Everything You Should Know
Your dream is finally coming true. You are pregnant! Once you come back down to earth and calm down, it’s time to start planning your first prenatal visit.... View Article
Fibroids: Myths vs Facts
There are many misconceptions about fibroids making it difficult to distinguish fact from fiction. Let’s start with the facts. One-half of American women will develop fibroids by age 50.... View Article
Mammogram FAQs You May Be Too Nervous to Ask
Many younger women having their first few mammograms are undoubtedly nervous. This is a new and somewhat scary test. Even women who are so-called “veterans” of mammogram screenings can find themselves with new questions or concerns.... View Article
Understanding Postpartum Depression And How To Deal With It
Postpartum depression does not discriminate. You can develop it whether your pregnancy was easy or difficult. You can suffer from it if you are a first time mom or already have a child,... View Article
Hospital Bag Guide: Items to Pack for Your Hospital Stay and Delivery
If you are a chronic procrastinator, now is the time to change your habits. Having your hospital bag ready early is non-negotiable!... View Article
Expecting at 35? Know what to expect
Are you expecting after the age of 35? Congratulations! Pregnancy after 35 can be an exciting and fulfilling experience.... View Article
3rd Trimester Prenatal Appointments: What To Expect
You have made it through the 1st and 2nd trimester, and here you are approaching the finish line. Whew! Weeks 28 through 40 may seem like forever,... View Article
Could My Painful Periods Be Endometriosis?
Having pain during monthly menstrual cycles is nothing new or unusual for women. However, having significant pain which makes daily activities impossible is something entirely different.... View Article