A group that provides educational materials and peer support can be an asset to a new mom-to-be or a mother who struggled during a previous pregnancy. The following information outlines where to seek help and adequate medical care throughout a pregnancy. Community Groups Prenatal care groups are offered in many communities. Women of all ages and races are welcome to sign up for a group. An OBGYN or a women’s resource center like Cathy J.…
Read More »When you are pregnant, whether it is your first child or your tenth, your obstetrician is your lifeline. This is the person you can trust to answer your questions and provide you with the information you need to have the best possible labor and delivery. So, when should you make an emergency appointment with your obstetrician? These are the signs you should schedule an appointment aside from your routine check-ups.…
Read More »As a woman, it can sometimes be difficult to discern what is “normal” for the female body and what is something to be concerned about. Women can sometimes be told by doctors that their pain is illegitimate or that it is just “lady troubles.” This can make it so you are unsure about your relationship with your own body and your bodily awareness. And it can make it hard to know when you have conditions like endometriosis.…
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