2016
Choosing the Right Type of Professional to Help You Through Your Pregnancy
Expectant mothers typically see an obstetrician during their pregnancy. This is generally considered the correct route, and it's the route the majority of people in the United States take. However, an obstetrician isn't your only option. There are a couple of more routes you can take that just might work out better for how you want your pregnancy to progress.
An Obstetrician-Gynecologist Is the Popular Choice
There's nothing wrong with utilizing the services of an obstetrician during your pregnancy.
How To Protect Against Colds And The Flu When You're Pregnant
No one can totally prevent colds and the flu, but there are things you can do to reduce the risk of getting sick. This is especially important if you are pregnant since your immunity is down and colds and the flu can hit you harder and take longer to go away. But if you do get sick with a cold or flu, there are ways to minimize the impact on your body.
Group B Strep: Important Facts For Pregnant Women
If you are pregnant, when you are at about 36 weeks, you will be tested for the presence of something known as Group B Strep. While relatively innocuous to you, these bacteria can be dangerous to your baby. Here is what you need to know.
How Common Is Group B Strep?
Approximately 25 percent of women tested for the bacteria are found to be positive. It is found in the vagina and the rectum.
How To Deal With Gestational Diabetes
If you are expecting a baby, one common issue you may experience is gestational diabetes. This is a condition that many pregnant women must contend with. It comes with a strict treatment plan from your OBGYN in order to remain as healthy as possible. Although it sounds very concerning, you can easily manage your gestational diabetes with a few lifestyle changes and monitoring. The following are some ways you will be able to deal with gestational diabetes:
The Items You Should Send Your Daughter To College With
When you send your daughter off to college there are a lot of things that you have to worry about, and there are some topics that may be uncomfortable to talk about. Preparing your teenage daughter to be safe on campus, with her identity, and in the bedroom, are all important things. Here are a few of the things that you can consider getting to help prepare them for the obstacles and risks they could have head of them.
No Primary Care Physician? 3 Ways Your OB/GYN Can Provide Care
If you do not currently have a primary care physician, you may think it can be difficult to receive care for your health issues. However, your OB/GYN can often provide you with the additional care you need outside of standard women's health issues. Many women today utilize their gynecologists for not only their women's health needs and birth control, but also for their standard medical care. The following are some things your OB/GYN can help you with:
About Me
I have never been one of those people who is overly concerned about finding the "perfect" doctor, but about six months ago, my wife told me that she was pregnant. I knew that we needed to find a professional who would care for my wife just like a member of their own family, so we started the search with an open mind. We interviewed doulas, midwives, and hoards of doctors before we found one that we felt completely comfortable with. It was incredible to see how much of a difference that positive OBGYN experience made for my wife. Read more about finding a great doctor on this blog.