Blog Archive

A colposcopy is a noninvasive procedure where your provider examines your cervix, vagina, and vulva closely with a special magnifying instrument. Here are three reasons your OB/GYN may recommend you undergo this simple, in-office procedure.

Variations in your menstrual cycle happen on occasion, but if you notice consistently heavier periods – it can be of concern. Here are some reasons you may be experiencing this change in your menstrual cycle and what you can do about it.

Infertility can be a challenging journey, and while some causes are well-known, others can be more elusive. Read on to learn four less common causes of infertility that may be affecting your ability to grow your family.

Your baby’s birthday is rapidly approaching. Are you prepared? Read on to learn five expert hacks that will help you take on labor like a pro.

Intrauterine devices, or IUDs, are a reliable, convenient form of birth control. Discover three essential questions to ask your provider when considering this form of contraception.

The rhythm method is a natural form of family planning that can help you determine the best time to have intercourse or when to avoid sex depending on if you do or don’t want to get pregnant. Here’s what you should know about it.

If you’re sexually active, you’re at risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD). As a woman, here are some facts about STDs that you should know about these potentially complicated infections.

If you’re heading into the third trimester of your pregnancy, labor can loom large on your mind. Giving birth is a miracle of nature, but the experience of labor is a mystery – until you’ve gone through it. Here’s what you should know.

Bleeding and spotting during pregnancy are common and normal but understandably raise concerns. They can be a sign of miscarriage or other complications. Here’s what you should know.

When your baby starts to move, it’s exhilarating. It also raises questions about what’s normal and what to expect. Read on to get your questions about fetal movement answered.

You want to follow a varied, nutritious diet while pregnant to give your growing baby the necessary nutrients. However, certain foods may not fit into your pregnancy diet. Here are some foods to avoid to keep you and your baby healthy.

What you eat does affect fertility. Research shows that loading up on certain nutrients can help you conceive. Read on to find out more.

Heavy periods last longer than seven days and/or soak through period products frequently. Dealing with heavy periods can be uncomfortable, inconvenient, and embarrassing. Here’s what you can do to get relief.

Menopause can cause uncomfortable symptoms that interfere with concentration, sleep, and self-esteem. Here’s what you can do to manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life as you move through this transition.

Contraception is an important part of a woman’s sexual health. Choosing whether you want to have children or not and what methods to prevent it are best for you means separating the myths from the facts about birth control.