Year: 2018

As women, we spend our lives aware of the importance of seeing our OB-GYN regularly. Pelvic exams are as essential to our health as an adequate diet and the proper amount of sleep. Reproductive health is paramount. Anything having to do with changes in our menstruation cycle, vaginal discharge, birth control, pregnancy related issues, and […]

People like to talk about the proverbial pregnancy glow. But let’s get real. No matter how happy you may be about expecting a little one, it can also be uncomfortable. And the discomfort can be exacerbated by the extra heat and humidity of the summer months. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to […]

Finding out that your baby is sick is one of the most gut-wrenching experiences in the life of a parent. Your children are the center of your universe and knowing that they are suffering is a lot to handle. It can be more overwhelming if the child is diagnosed with something you’ve never heard of, […]

Once upon a time, it was standard for most women to give birth during their 20s. It’s probably what your mom did and what many of your friends have done. However, as more women entered the workforce in the 80s and 90s, more women started to delay starting a family until well into their 30s. […]

For many people, drinking coffee is as essential as drinking water or eating daily meals. In addition, sometimes, few things will hit the spot as well as an ice-cold soda or a box of chocolate truffles. But the same way most women can give up a glass of wine with dinner for the sake of […]

Once upon a time, it was common to see that most pregnant women were in their twenties. And while pregnancy in that decade is still common, it has also become the norm for women to wait until they are more established in their careers before starting a family. Or sometimes, they just don’t feel the […]

Finding out you’re pregnant comes with so many emotions but whatever your immediate reaction is, the reality is that at some point, you’ll have to take a deep breath and figure out what to do next. 8 Things to do After Finding Out You’re Pregnant 1. Wait to announce your pregnancy. While you may want […]

Finding out you’re pregnant can be a joyous occasion, but after the celebrations, one thing becomes more important than anything else; making sure that the baby is healthy throughout the pregnancy. In addition to avoiding drinking, smoking, and particularly dangerous activities, it is reasonable to wonder whether ultrasounds use any kind of radiation imaging. The […]

Finding out you’re pregnant is one of the most memorable experiences in a woman’s life. The news may come as a shock but once the enormity of what lies ahead sinks in, you have the thrill of telling everyone, and picking out names. This becomes your new normal: you’re pregnant. A little human being is […]

We’ve all heard about the changes that usually happen with pregnancy: Some women have a beautiful glow. Others experience severe morning sickness that makes them (and their life partners) miserable for the entirety of the first trimester. Swollen feet are a new reality. Bigger breasts take center stage. Some smells make you want to vomit. […]