Year: 2021

Which one is right for you? There are many options when it comes to contraceptives.  You may have had an adverse reaction to one contraceptive and are looking for other methods.  Here we share some contraception methods that may be a good option for you. Spermicide Spermicide is a contraceptive substance that immobilizes or kills […]

What Is Postpartum Depression? Multiple factors come into play in regards to Postpartum Depression (PPD).  It can be a very complex combination of physical, emotional, and behavioral changes that can take place in some women after giving birth.  Postpartum Depression is linked to all the emotional and physical changes a new mother experiences.  Generally, new […]

Pregnancy can be such a fun experience and you may have questions as your pregnancy goes along. When can I hear the heartbeat? When do their fingers and toes develop? Let’s see if we can cover some of those questions as we go over fetal development at a glance.  Conception Congratulations!  You are pregnant!  During […]

The time leading up to menopause is called perimenopause.  This time in a woman’s life can be a physical and emotional roller coaster for some women. During this so-called “change of life” comes a host of symptoms triggered by hormonal shifts.  Which may include hot flashes, insomnia, mood fluctuations, and even depression. When women go […]

Everyone’s journey in life is different and the same goes for the journey of building your family.  During the week of April 18th-24th, we recognize Infertility Awareness Week, because not everyone has an easy road when it comes to getting pregnant.  We recommend keeping yourself informed and consult with your healthcare provider to see what […]

STD Awareness Week is observed during the second full week in April.  It is used as an opportunity to raise awareness about sexually transmitted diseases and how they can impact our lives.  By creating this awareness we can help to reduce the stigma related to STDs and provide people with tools along with some resources […]

What is egg freezing? Egg freezing or oocyte cryopreservation gives women the opportunity for a pregnancy to occur in the future.  The process involves harvesting, freezing, and storing eggs to later be used for in vitro fertilization once you are ready to have a baby.   During the egg freezing process, unfertilized eggs are extracted from […]

A woman’s body goes through a series of phases in order to get ready for a possible pregnancy.  That series of hormonal events is referred to as the menstrual cycle. An egg develops and gets released from the ovaries during each menstrual cycle.  There is a lining in the uterus that builds up and if […]

A midwife is a highly trained health professional who assists healthy women during labor, delivery, and after the birth of their babies. Midwives can help to deliver babies in a number of locations and generally find that birthing centers or in the hospital to be the safest options. Women who select a midwife to help […]

National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.  National Nutrition Month was originally introduced as National Nutrition Week in 1973.  Consequently, because of the growing interest in nutrition, it became a month-long observance in 1980.  Generally, the second Wednesday of March is acknowledged as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day.  […]