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September 28, 2020

What is Perimenopause?

Woman in her 40s researching perimenopause and irregular bleeding

Are you having irregular periods in your 40s? Is it perimenopause or something else? Learn what perimenopause is, what it feels like, and how you can treat the symptoms.

Article by Dr. Ashley Durward / Blog, Women's Health / abnormal uterine bleeding, hot flashes, irregular periods, menopause, perimenopause

August 27, 2020

Food During Pregnancy: Cravings, Aversions, Foods to Eat and What to Avoid

Woman eating healthy food during pregnancy

Do your food cravings mean anything? Why can’t you eat your favorite deli sandwich anymore? Are you following the right pregnancy diet? Dr. Sarah Yanke dishes out the latest food and nutrition advice for pregnant women.

Article by Dr. Sarah Yanke / Blog, Pregnancy / food aversions, food cravings, food during pregnancy, pregnancy, pregnant

July 21, 2020

Exercise During Pregnancy: Which Activities are Safe and Which You Should Avoid

Woman exercising during pregnancy

You can—and should—stay active while you’re pregnant. Exercising during pregnancy has many wonderful benefits for you and your baby. It’s important to stay safe while you exercise. Discover the safest and best exercises for pregnancy, and which ones you should avoid.

Article by Dr. Shefaali Sharma / Blog, Pregnancy / exercise, exercising during pregnancy, kegels, pregnancy tips, pregnancy weight gain

June 24, 2020

Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms from a Certified Nurse Midwife

New mom breastfeeding her baby on a couch

One of the best ways to prepare for breastfeeding is to educate yourself before your baby arrives. Read these helpful breastfeeding tips for new moms so you can feel confident when your little one arrives!

Article by Leslie Smith / Blog, Family, Pregnancy / bottle feeding, breastfeeding, clogged duct, colostrum, latching, mastitis, pumping, weaning

May 26, 2020

Pregnancy Weight Gain: What is Average and What is Recommended by OBGYNs?

pregnancy weight gain trimester chart

Your weight before and during pregnancy plays a large role in your health and your baby’s health. This is a great time to make positive changes that can stay with you forever! Learn how much weight you should gain to be healthy, how you should gain this weight, and how quickly you can expect to lose it after your baby is born.

Article by Kate Sample / Blog, Family Planning, Pregnancy / baby weight, pregnancy, pregnancy tips, pregnancy weight gain, pregnancy weight loss

April 26, 2020

Birth Control Options: What You Need to Know About Pills, IUDs, Implants, and Shots

Woman's hand holding birth control pills and a condom

When you want to take charge of your fertility and family planning, you have a lot of options. But how do you know which birth control is best?

The best birth control choice differs for everyone. It depends on your own health history and what you’re looking for in a contraceptive.

Article by Dr. Beth Wiedel / Blog, Family Planning, Fertility, Pregnancy / birth control, birth control pills, birth control shots, condoms, Depo Provera, diaphragms, mini-pill, NuvaRing

April 13, 2020

Madison Women’s Health Baby Story Blog

Welcome to MWH’s very first Baby Story Blog. Our mom to be would like to remain anonymous until she is out of her first trimester. MWH Baby Story Pregnancy Blog Well, there it was. One very, very faint pink line. I saw it and smiled, confirming what I had already suspected was true. We were […]

Article by Shelly Jones-French / Baby Story, Blog

March 21, 2020

Getting Pregnant: Fertility Tips for Problems Conceiving

Getting Pregnant: Woman at Madison OBGYN discussing pregnancy

Thinking about getting pregnant and starting a family can be an exciting time. But when it takes longer than you expect to get that positive pregnancy test, you may start to wonder “Why am I not getting pregnant?” As a Madison OBGYN, I meet with many women who are wondering what they can do to […]

Article by Dr. Ashley Durward / Blog, Fertility, Pregnancy / Clomid, conceiving, fertility tips, Glow App, pregnancy tips

October 18, 2019

Breast Cancer Awareness

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Nobody likes to hear the “C” word.  It is a scary word and unfortunately 1 out of 8 women will hear this word due to being diagnosed with breast cancer.  When breast cancer is detected early, and is in a localized area, the 5-year survival rate is 100% (National Breast […]

Article by Shelly Jones-French / Blog

March 28, 2018

Happy Doctor’s Day

Hippocrates once said, “wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity.” Did you know that the first Doctor’s Day was observed on March 30, 1933? For the past 85 years, that’s a lot of physicians. Physicians of many different specialties and a history of experience. Becoming a physician takes […]

Article by Debra Immen / Blog

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Monique

Madison Women’s Health has been by my side every step of the way for all three of my pregnancies and births. The support provided through MWH promoted positive wellness for myself and for each one of my babies.  A huge shout out to Dr. Kate Sample for delivering all three of my children! My family […]

Michelle

The care I receive at Madison Women’s Health is above and beyond. I have never trusted my health care team as much as I do when in their care.

Lindsay

I felt lucky and in great hands. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Abby

I absolutely love Dr. Wiedel, she is amazing. I recommend her to everyone I know!

Jessica

Highly recommend all mommies to be to here!

Carey

Exceptional doctors, nurses and staff, exceptional care!

Rhonda

There are not enough words to express how wonderful Dr. Beth Wiedel is.

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