In December 2018, doctors from Brazil reported the first time a baby was born from a uterus that was transplanted from a deceased donor. While uterus donations are not uncommon, most have been from donors who are living, such as a family member. However, the patient successfully conceived after completing IVF 7 months after […]
Pregnancy is a great time to indulge in the benefits of massage. In experienced hands, massage is not just a luxury but helps your body comfortably adjust to all the changes that result from pregnancy. Benefits of prenatal massage include: Relieving lower back pain Relieving the strain on your shoulders, abdomen, hips and lower back […]
For centuries, women have tracked their fertility using science and calendars. From temperature to tracking your menstrual cycle on a calendar, you can estimate when you are near ovulation. Technology is now changing the game. From Fitbit to fertility apps, women are beginning to use their smartphones to track their most fertile periods. Based […]
While many cancers are on a nationwide decline, uterine cancer is on the rise. In a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), uterine cancer incidence rates have increased by 0.7% per year from 1999 to 2015, while death rates have increased by 1.1% per year from 1999 to 2016. […]
This question comes up a lot. We’ve written about it before. But it still comes frequently. You finally get to the third trimester, you realize that this baby is coming, and labor and delivery are going to be very real experiences for you. As you start preparing for this, you read about having a birth […]
Wouldn’t it be amazing if women could have nearly 100% protection from unintended pregnancy without having to remember to do anything? Well, they can. Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) options have been around for awhile now. For women who are not interested in becoming pregnant in the next year or more, they are a wonderful […]
One of the most common reasons women come in to see their OBGYN is for vaginal discharge. Many women come in wanting to know if they have a “yeast infection”. Many have tried over the counter treatments for yeast infections but are still having bothersome discharge. Bacterial Vaginosis is the second most common cause of […]
An important decision to consider during pregnancy is whether or not to store your child’s cord blood. Cord blood is blood from the baby that is left in the umbilical cord and placenta after birth. It also contains hematopoietic stem cells that can be used to treat some diseases. Ideally, everyone would be able to […]
With all the amazing progress being made in cancer prevention, early detection and treatment, there are still a few cancers that are increasing in prevalence and mortality. Uterine cancer is one of them. Endometrial cancer (the most common type of uterine cancer is a cancer that occurs in the lining of the uterus. Fortunately, […]
Is your MLT appt coming up? Here are some helpful tips before and after your procedure. You should have received our handout by now, if not, email Shar for a copy. The MonaLisa Touch device is changing lives as it treats the common symptoms of the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) including vaginal dryness, painful […]