Happy Father’s Day from Women’s Health and Menopause Center

To all the dads who have taught us valuable life lessons and encouraged us to pursue our dreams—thank you. Happy Father’s Day!

To all the dads who have taught us valuable life lessons and encouraged us to pursue our dreams—thank you. Happy Father’s Day!
The third trimester begins at approximately week 28 and lasts until birth. This can be an exciting and stressful time. It is the hardest stage for many women. Knowing what to expect will help you prepare for the last stage of pregnancy. Braxton Hicks Contractions Braxton Hicks contractions are a tightening of the abdomen that…

When most people think about birth and renewal, they usually think about spring with its flowers and new baby animals. While that sounds charming, it’s actually winter that is the best time to try to conceive. Excessive Heat Affects Sperm Production While the rest of the body may feel the chill of winter, sperm are…

Our mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and friends proudly regale us with their personal delivery experiences. One of the things that are often left out of those stories – unless you have a very comfortable relationship with the person sharing – is the poop factor. Yes, that’s right, you may unload on the delivery bed. Before you…

Prenatal and postnatal yoga are two of the most beneficial things a woman can do for herself and her baby during pregnancy. Yoga helps to relieve the aches and pains of pregnancy, improve sleep, and increase energy levels. It also helps to prepare the body for labor and childbirth. There are many different types of…

Dear Friends and Patients, We are very excited to introduce our new office manager Annette Hess, BSN, RNC to our practice. Annette’s previous position was as an administrative clinical nurse manager at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital Birthing Center and Special Care Nursery. Our obstetricians have had the privilege to know and work with Annette…

Timing is important when trying to become pregnant. While there is a common process involved, it can vary from one woman to the next. That’s why it is essential to understand what’s happening and when it occurs in order to time reproduction. How do you know when you are most fertile while trying to get…