A miscarriage is when the fetus dies before twenty weeks of pregnancy. If a miscarriage is going to happen, it will usually occur within the first trimester of pregnancy. There are several causes for a miscarriage to happen. Some are from natural … [Read more...] about Miscarriages
Prenatal Obstetrics
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
Advanced Obstetrics and Gynecology
Routine care from an OB/Gyn deals with annual checkups, STD screenings, and regular family planning needs. However, some female reproductive and bodily issues require advanced care from more specially trained doctors. Obstetricians and … [Read more...] about Advanced Obstetrics and Gynecology
