Why Your Annual Gynecological Exam is Essential for Women’s Health
March 27, 2025
Your annual gynecological exam allows you to get in touch with your body, and your provider to ensure you’re healthy. Learn more with us!
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Potential Health Issues During Pregnancy
October 27, 2023
Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative journey for women, but it can also bring about various health issues and discomforts. It’s essential for expectant mothers to be aware of these
Mastitis Treatment: Relief and Care for Breastfeeding Moms
September 29, 2023
As a breastfeeding mom, you may have heard about mastitis, a common infection that can occur when bacteria enters the breast tissue. Mastitis can cause painful inflammation, making breastfeeding uncomfortable
How Menopause Affects Women’s Mental Health
September 15, 2023
Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life that marks the end of her reproductive years. While it brings about physical changes, such as the cessation of menstrual cycles,
The Comprehensive Role of Certified Professional Midwives
August 18, 2023
When a person embarks on their pregnancy journey, it is only natural to feel overwhelmed and uncertain. Midwives are healthcare professionals specially trained to provide comprehensive care before, during and
The Benefits, Risks, and Opportunities of Home Births
July 19, 2023
Giving birth is a transformative experience, and for many families, the idea of a home birth holds a special appeal. Home births offer a unique set of benefits, but it
Exploring the Roles of Midwives Beyond Delivering Babies
March 3, 2023
You’ve probably heard of midwives primarily in the context of pregnancy and delivering babies. While that is a significant aspect of their profession, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the
What to Expect When Seeing a Holistic OB GYN
December 12, 2022
Going to see a gynecologist aka OB GYN for the first time may seem scary without preparation. If you look up videos and reviews women have shared their awkward and
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Creating Value in Childbirth
It is well known that the American childbirth culture is very expensive with very poor performance AND little of what happens to birthing people in hospitals is evidence-based.
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Health Insurance A Lose:Lose Situation for Consumers and Providers
High-tech Childbirth is Not Always Better
When it comes to childbirth, high tech is not better than low tech. I have been privileged to attend many out of hospital births and many more in hospital births. Even a ‘normal’ birth in the hospital typically comes with continuous fetal monitoring and epidural.
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Natural Birth After C-Section
Can I have a vaginal birth if I already had a c section? The short answer is, “YES! YOU CAN!” While the long answer requires a conversation about various risks – risks of a VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean, AND risks of repeat surgery.
What’s wrong with the Medical Model of childbirth?
Let me tell you a story… Let’s talk about what’s wrong with the current Medical
