Postnatal refers to the period following childbirth. New mothers must have regular visits with their obstetrician during this crucial time. These appointments serve to monitor the health of the mother Read More
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Will I Still Need to See an Obstetrician After Giving Birth?
In the past, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommended that women visit their obstetricians or maternal care provider for a checkup within the first 6 weeks after Read More
What Happens at Your First Obstetrician Appointment?
You just took a home pregnancy test, and it’s showing two lines – congratulations! So, what do you do next? Should you start shopping for baby clothes or preparing your baby’s nursery? Your best Read More
7 Tips for Picking a Great Obstetrician
Whether you are planning for pregnancy, trying to conceive, or are already expecting, choosing who to trust with your care is an important decision. An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in Read More
5 Questions to Ask an Obstetrician Before Choosing One
When you become pregnant, you want only the best healthcare for you and your baby. That’s why choosing the right obstetrician – someone you feel comfortable and confident with, who also has the Read More
Obstetricians Vs Midwives
Perhaps one of the biggest decisions a pregnant woman has to make pertains to whom to entrust her care throughout her pregnancy. There are two types of care providers for pregnant Read More
The Importance of Prenatal Care
Prenatal care is vital to having a smooth pregnancy and a healthy baby. It’s also one of the most frequently used healthcare services in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control Read More
An Overview of Obstetrics
Obstetrics is a field of medicine that is concerned with human reproduction. It focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and the period after childbirth. Doctors who specialize in obstetrics are called Read More
What is the difference between OB/GYN and gynecology?
Many people think OB/GYN and gynecology are the same thing. This is not true! An OB/GYN encompasses two specialties – obstetrics and gynecology – while gynecologists specialize in gynecology only. Read More