Expectant parents are, by any definition, precisely that: expecting. The anticipation that has built up over the nine months of a woman’s pregnancy — and, in the case of couples who have undergone infertility treatments that may have lasted for months or years, the effect is magnified. Expectant parents simply can’t wait to see their […]

If your daughter is between the ages of 13 and 15, or has become active sexually, it’s time to schedule her first appointment with an obstetrician-gynecologist (OBGYN) for her initial adolescent gynecology visit. The mere idea of this first visit can be intimidating for a girl, but a parent or caregiver can do much to […]

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4-D ultrasound, which shows a fetus in unprecedented detail.

Your birth control options may include oral contraceptives, barrier methods or natural family planning. Find out how to choose the method of contraception that’s right for you. If you’re considering using birth control (contraception), you have various options. To help pick the right method of birth control for you and your partner, consider the following […]

How Does Menopause Affect Sex Drive? The loss of estrogen and testosterone following menopause can lead to changes in a woman’s sexual drive and functioning. Menopausal and postmenopausal women may notice that they are not as easily aroused, and may be less sensitive to touching and stroking — which can result in decreased interest in […]

As early as 14 weeks gestation, doctors can now visualize and do a more complete assessment of the heart in utero Imagine this: Joseph Smith is just a few minutes old, and his family can’t wait to meet him – but first he has an appointment with a heart surgeon. During his mother’s pregnancy, doctors […]