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What Is Cervical Mucus Monitoring?

What Is Cervical Mucus Monitoring?
When you’re planning a pregnancy, you can better predict your fertile times by monitoring changes in your cervical mucus. Learn how cervical mucus monitoring helps increase your chances for successful fertilization.
Dec 1st, 2023
The Pros and Cons of Different Birth Control Types

The Pros and Cons of Different Birth Control Types
If you’re exploring your birth control options for the first time or are ready to try a new method, it’s helpful to know more about the choices you have. Learn more about the pros and cons of pills, patches, and other popular contraceptives. 
Nov 2nd, 2023
5 Benefits of Partnering with a Midwife

5 Benefits of Partnering with a Midwife
A midwife provides the supportive resources women need to navigate everything from pregnancy to menopause. If you haven’t thought about working with one before, consider these five benefits a midwife can bring to your life.
Oct 1st, 2023
4 Women's Health Conditions That Can Affect Fertility

4 Women's Health Conditions That Can Affect Fertility
Identifying the root cause of infertility can feel like an overwhelming process, especially if you’ve been trying to get pregnant for some time. Learn about four underlying conditions that can increase your risk for female infertility.
Aug 1st, 2023

Planning a C-Section? Here's How You Can Prepare
The excitement of childbirth can sometimes be dulled by the fear of childbirth, especially if you’re planning to have a cesarean section (C-section). Learn more about this surgical method of delivery and how you can prepare it.
Jul 2nd, 2023
The Best Postpartum Diet Changes to Make

The Best Postpartum Diet Changes to Make
Caring for your nutrition needs should be an essential part of your postpartum care plan. Learn some easy diet changes you can make to support your physical recovery, milk production, and energy levels in the months after childbirth.
Jun 1st, 2023
What Happens During Fetal Nonstress Testing?

What Happens During Fetal Nonstress Testing?
Noticing any changes in your baby’s movements during pregnancy can make your anxiety soar. Learn how fetal nonstress testing works and what answers it provides about your baby’s health.
May 2nd, 2023
How Do I Know if My Pregnancy Is High-Risk?

How Do I Know if My Pregnancy Is High-Risk?
When you’re celebrating a pregnancy, it’s difficult to hear that your pregnancy might be high-risk. Learn more about what is considered a high-risk pregnancy and what to expect when managing yours.
Apr 1st, 2023
Common Myths and Facts About Endometriosis

Common Myths and Facts About Endometriosis
Misinformation about endometriosis can leave you confused about the topic — especially when it comes to your health. Learn some myths and facts about this common condition so you can get the help you need to prevent pain, infertility, and more.
Mar 1st, 2023
5 Benefits of IUD Birth Control

5 Benefits of IUD Birth Control
If you’re looking for a convenient, reliable method of birth control, an intrauterine device (IUD) might be the solution you need. Take a moment to learn more about the other benefits of hormonal and nonhormonal IUDs.
Dec 1st, 2022
How Is Infertility Defined?

How Is Infertility Defined?
Facing infertility challenges can be difficult for couples dreaming of a family, especially when you’re not sure what’s causing them. Learn more about what contributes to infertility and why you shouldn’t lose hope.
Sep 1st, 2022
Help! I Need Help with My Moods During Menopause

Help! I Need Help with My Moods During Menopause
While there’s nothing you can do to prevent menopause, there are treatments that can help you manage its symptoms. Learn more about what to expect during menopause and what solutions are available to improve your quality of life.
Aug 1st, 2022
The Importance of Routine Gynecological Exams

The Importance of Routine Gynecological Exams
Without routine gynecological exams, you might not know you have underlying issues until your health takes a turn for the worse. Learn more about why routine exams are so important and what to expect during your appointment.
Jul 1st, 2022
Can I Get Pregnant if I Have Endometriosis?

Can I Get Pregnant if I Have Endometriosis?
One of the biggest questions women with endometriosis ask is, “Can I still have children?” Learn how endometriosis impacts your ability to become pregnant, and find out if you’re a candidate for surgery to restore your fertility.
May 1st, 2022
How to Prepare for Life Post Delivery

How to Prepare for Life Post Delivery

While nothing can truly prepare you for life with a new baby, you still need to put some thought into your life post-birth. Get started with five tips to ease the transition into life with a newborn.
Apr 1st, 2022
Why Do I Need a Pap Smear?

Why Do I Need a Pap Smear?
A routine Pap smear is a woman’s first line of defense against cervical cancer. Learn why you need a Pap smear and what you can expect during this quick, in-office procedure.
Mar 1st, 2022
Can I Have a Vaginal Birth if I’ve Already Had a C-Section?

Can I Have a Vaginal Birth if I’ve Already Had a C-Section?
If you delivered your last baby by cesarean section (C-section) but want to experience a natural birth for your next one, you may qualify for vaginal birth after C-section (VBAC). Learn more about candidates for VBAC and when to consider this option.
Feb 1st, 2022
Treating Your Menopause with Hormone Therapy

Treating Your Menopause with Hormone Therapy
If the transition into menopause is sending your life into a tailspin, hormone therapy might be your answer. Learn how rebalancing your hormones can provide you with long-term relief for your menopause-related symptoms.
Jan 1st, 2022
Understanding Your Birth Control Options

Understanding Your Birth Control Options
With so many options for birth control available today, it can be difficult to choose the best one for you. Learn more about birth control, how it works, and what options you have to prevent unwanted pregnancy.
Dec 1st, 2021
What is Pelvic Prolapse?

What is Pelvic Prolapse?
Pelvic organ prolapse affects about 3% of women in the United States, and many others can experience some degree of the prolapse in their lifetime. Learn more about this condition and what you can do to prevent it.
Nov 1st, 2021
5 Tips for Sleeping Comfortably During Pregnancy

5 Tips for Sleeping Comfortably During Pregnancy
It’s common knowledge that many women don’t sleep much after birthing their baby. But as a pregnant woman, you might also struggle with insomnia way before you deliver. If you can’t sleep, learn five quick tips you can try tonight.
Oct 1st, 2021
Avoid These Foods During Pregnancy

Avoid These Foods During Pregnancy
What you eat while you’re pregnant matters. Learn more about what not to eat during your pregnancy to protect yourself and your baby.
Aug 16th, 2021

What Is a High-Risk Pregnancy?
Carrying twins or triplets can make your pregnancy high-risk. Learn more about high-risk pregnancy services and the factors that can affect the health and safety of you and your baby.
Jul 14th, 2021

Tips for Avoiding a Yeast Infection
Three out of four women will get at least one yeast infection at some point in their life. Learn what can trigger a yeast infection and what changes you should make to reduce your infection risk.
May 20th, 2021

What You Should Know About Prenatal Vitamins
Prenatal vitamins contain many of the essential vitamins and minerals that you and your baby need to thrive. Take a moment to learn why prenatal vitamins are beneficial and the importance of taking them now.
Apr 18th, 2021

Why More Women Are Choosing the IUD
With a 99% effectiveness rating, an intrauterine device (IUD) is increasing in popularity among women who want long-term pregnancy protection. Learn how an IUD works and why many women are choosing them to meet their family planning needs.
Mar 17th, 2021

COVID-19 and Pregnancy
Living through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic isn’t easy for anyone, especially expectant mothers. Learn how COVID-19 impacts pregnancy and how to protect yourself and your baby from infection.
Feb 17th, 2021

Gynecology Care in the Age of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of our lives and triggered questions about our safety, even during routine health care visits. Learn how to safely stay on top of your preventive gynecology care to protect yourself from the coronavirus.
Jan 20th, 2021

How Pregnancy Affects the Heart
While your body goes through many changes during your pregnancy, your heart makes significant adjustments to keep you and your baby well. Keep reading to learn more.
Dec 7th, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Dec 23rd, 2020

Text-a-Doctor App Gets Big Venture Capital Boost
Wouldn’t it be great if you had a good friend who was a doctor and didn’t mind telling you (for free) whether a set of symptoms warranted an office visit? A rising text-a-doctor app called First Opinion aims to make that friend available to users globally.
Nov 12th, 2020

Five accelerants to the adoption of connected health
If we could make these go faster, the adoption of connected health would accelerate too. I’m often asked, ‘If you could snap your fingers and do some things to accelerate the adoption of connected health, what would they be?
Nov 12th, 2020