Hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, moodiness… symptoms of the menopausal transition can be rough. But they can be managed! Learn ways you can treat the symptoms that bother you the most.
C-section vs Vaginal Birth
Just as every pregnancy is unique, every birth is, too. Some women use pain medication in labor, while others do not. Some women labor for a couple of hours, while other women labor for a few days. Similarly, some women give birth vaginally, while others give birth by Cesarean section (C-section). Some women choose to have a C-section, while others are recommended to have one for their health or the health of their baby. In the U.S., the C-section rate is about 30%. In Wisconsin in 2019, the rate of C-sections was 26%.
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: Causes & Treatments for Multiple Miscarriages
Pregnancy loss at any stage can be devastating. When it happens more than once, many women wonder what is causing it and if they’ll ever carry a baby to term. During pregnancy and infant loss awareness month, we explore some of the most common causes and treatments for multiple miscarriages.
Postpartum Depression: Everything You Need to Know
If you feel guilty or like you’re a bad mom for feeling depressed after you had a baby, you’re not alone. It’s important to get the help you need. We want to help you! Find out what’s normal “baby blues” and when you should seek help for postpartum depression.
How to Prepare Your Teen for her First Gynecological Appointment
Were you nervous about your first gynecology appointment as a teen?
You may be surprised by how these appointments have changed since then! In this blog post, we go over the important whens, whys, and whats about their first gynecology appointment.
Epidurals for Labor: Risks, Benefits and Other FAQs
It’s no secret that giving birth is painful! But every woman finds a way to manage the pain of childbirth — whether that’s through breathing exercises, position changes, or an epidural during labor.
During your third trimester, your OBGYN will ask you about your preference for pain management during labor. Whatever your decision, you can change your mind even during labor (up until a certain point). Our goal is to support you so that you can have a positive birthing experience, whatever that looks like for you.
Gestational Diabetes & Glucose Testing During Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes affects 10% of all pregnancies, but it has no symptoms. It can lead to serious heart and kidney conditions for both you and your baby. That is why glucose testing during pregnancy is important.
Pregnancy Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack in Your Birth Bag
Your due date is getting closer. Your baby’s nursery is coming together. You’ve oohed and aahed over all the cute little baby things showing up. (Hello, baby showers and online shopping!) You’re ready to meet your little one and bring baby home!
The final step is to make sure you’re ready for your stay at the hospital where you will birth your baby. Pack a spare backpack or carry-on suitcase with your hospital essentials by Week 36. Keep it in an easy-to-access place at home.
Here’s our list of “essentials” and “extra” things most moms bring to the hospital (or wish they had) for baby’s birth.
Carrier Screening & Prenatal Genetic Testing for Birth Disorders
Pregnancy inherently carries many unknowns. (So does parenting, really!) What will your child look like? What will her personality be? Will he be born on his due date or will he wait to arrive a week later? While many questions about your child’s future can’t be answered, some questions can. Questions like, “What is the […]
Ultrasounds During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Check out the latest info about ultrasounds during pregnancy from an OBGYN, where you should get them, and why they matter even if you don’t plan to have an extravagant gender reveal party!
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