Obstetricians are specialists that practice medicine associated with pregnancy and childbirth. Some obstetricians specialize in maternal-fetal treatment, which focuses on women who experience chronic health problems during pregnancy. It is common for … [Read more...] about Prenatal Obstetrics
The Change of Life
Menopause is a series of changes that every woman goes through in life. When menopause occurs, this is the beginning of the end of a woman's menstrual cycle and reproductive abilities. There are three stages to menopause. These stages are known as … [Read more...] about The Change of Life
Exercising While Pregnant
There are some conditions or circumstances that make exercise during pregnancy unsafe. Severe anemia is one of these conditions. Anemia is when there are not enough healthy red blood cells in the blood. This will cause reduced oxygen flow to the … [Read more...] about Exercising While Pregnant
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes is a condition that only occurs during pregnancy. It is similar to other types of diabetes. It affects how your blood uses sugar or glucose. Gestational diabetes causes high blood sugar, which affects the health of the baby and … [Read more...] about Gestational Diabetes
I’m Pregnant, Now What?
The only way for a woman to know for sure if she is pregnant is to take a pregnancy test and visit a doctor or OB/GYN. Pregnancy can imitate or mimic the symptoms of menstruation, which is why you should take a pregnancy test and see your doctor. … [Read more...] about I’m Pregnant, Now What?
Urinary Tract Infections
A UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) is an infection that can show up in different parts of your urinary tract, like your kidneys, bladder, or urethra. UTIs can happen as a result of sex, hygiene habits, or a multitude of other reasons- it isn’t always … [Read more...] about Urinary Tract Infections
