From preparing to conceive through postpartum health, read up on some common questions we encounter along the way.
With so many news stories about diabetes recently, the word loses its impact until a pregnant woman hears that she has it. Suddenly, diabetes is in your medical
Read moreOn Monday, we posted a survey on our Facebook page asking how women approached their pain during labor. The responses have been fairly evenly distributed, highlighting the fact that there
Read moreFor those who have been planning a pregnancy and trying to conceive, that first positive pregnancy test can bring joy, as well as some anxiety. Questions and unsolicited
Read moreIf you’ve just announced to family and friends that you’re expecting, you have probably already received enough advice to last a lifetime—and commentary on what you are or
Read moreOne of my earliest memories of coffee was a warning from my mom not to drink it. “It will stunt your growth,” she said. Somewhere along my path
Read moreBreastfeeding feels like it should be a natural harmony between baby and parent—with bodies perfectly designed for this very thing. Anyone who’s been through it, though, can tell
Read moreSeveral months ago I posted about sore nipples, one of the most common complaints of breastfeeding mothers. Another relatively common complaint is breast pain. Breast pain can involve the
Read moreMany of my pregnant patients ask about the cesarean section rate at our practice. Everyone has heard in the media about the staggering number of cesarean births in
Read moreAs a nurse-midwife, I regularly counsel patients on the benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby. I am a huge proponent of breastfeeding. And though I have witnessed the
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