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Mar 19, 2019
The joy of pursuing pregnancy can quickly morph into frustration, as the days turn into weeks and months of waiting and hoping. You may be ready to make that leap into parenthood — but your body might not be. Have...
Jan 28, 2019
The birth of your child is a day you look forward to with excitement, but you may also be experiencing some anxiety. What if something goes wrong? What if my baby isn’t healthy?First of all, it’s normal to worry. One...
Jan 11, 2019
Welcoming a new baby into the family is always a joyous occasion but for the Hartley family, little Emersyn Jane’s arrival was even more momentous. As she entered the world on Dec. 17, 2018, Emersyn’s birth marked the fourth generation...
Nov 1, 2018
If you’re a first-time mom-to-be, you have probably thought some of these questions: When should I go to the hospital? What do real labor contractions feel like? How will I know when it’s the “real thing?”It is completely normal to...
Sep 17, 2018
Becoming a mother is an exhilarating and sometimes overwhelming experience. Everyone has an opinion on how to manage your pregnancy, birthing experience and raising your new bundle of joy. As an obstetrics and gynecology physician assistant, one of the most frequently...
Aug 18, 2018
These days, there is so much information on the internet and amongst friends about every aspect of pregnancy, labor and postpartum. Many expectant mothers spend a lot of time thinking about what they will pack in their hospital bag for...
Aug 1, 2018
From the moment you take a pregnancy test and the plus sign appears, your whole world changes in an instant. A rush of emotions take over, promptly followed by a lengthy to-do list.✓ Schedule appointment with OB/GYN✓ Buy prenatal vitamins✓...
Jul 26, 2018
Attempting to get pregnant is an exciting time for most women. However, in the midst of that excitement, you probably have quite a few questions too.Here are some simple tips from an OB/GYN to help you further understand your body...
Jul 20, 2018
When the joyous day arrives, and it is time to deliver a baby, the number one priority of a mother is to successfully bring her child into the world. During labor, fetal heart rate monitoring is one of the critical...
Jun 26, 2018
Fatigue, cramping and mood swings. Could it be Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or a sign of pregnancy? For a woman attempting to conceive, there are certain symptoms that mimic early pregnancy, especially if you struggle with PMS.As an OB/GYN, I’m here...
Jun 21, 2018
Over the last 16 years, I have had the absolute privilege of helping countless moms navigate the journey of childbirth. Childbirth has always been one of the most unique and individualized experiences a family will go through. Every birth story...
Jun 5, 2018
Nine months of anticipation and growing love for this little person developing inside of you all come down to this one priceless moment — the delivery of your baby! You hear that first precious cry and you want nothing more...
May 21, 2018
Ultrasound technology is an amazing tool that gives us the opportunity to see the living fetus. For parents expecting a child, it provides a thrilling glimpse at the child they’re preparing to bring into the world.This wasn’t always an option....
Nov 19, 2017
For those moms out there who are carrying babies, there can be a number of aches and pains. You may find yourself hurting in places you never thought possible and kicking your feet up after a long day.Carrying a baby...
Oct 31, 2017
Today, more and more women are surviving breast cancer, which means more and more are concerned about what life after treatment looks like. It’s a problem created by our own success — because more women are surviving, we’re now looking...
Oct 10, 2017
When you have a baby, it’s natural to focus on the child’s health. Although your little one’s development is marvelous, you might also experience changes — and they need attention, too. Many people focus on how to prepare for pregnancy...
Sep 24, 2017
Parenting fails are going viral all over the internet. They range from the forgetful things that can happen to any parent, to the completely embarrassing moments that are almost unimaginable.When it comes to pregnancy and childbirth, I have seen a...
Aug 9, 2017
During your pregnancy, it is important to have support as you embark on your new adventure. Whether you enlist the help of your husband, boyfriend, partner or family member, it can take some creativity to get someone involved.Often, the burden...
Aug 1, 2017
Most human babies across the world are fed their mothers’ milk. However, in the United States and some other industrialized nations, many babies are not. Reasons for this took root several decades ago. In the 1950s and 60s, women were...
Jul 25, 2017
When you’re pregnant — especially for the first time — you have so many questions along the way. Friends, relatives and co-workers seem to love offering their guidance on the many dos and don’ts of this exciting and wonderful experience.Sometimes...
