Get to Know Your Birth Control Options
Birth control has come a long way since 1960 when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA approved “the pill” to provide a more practical and effective alternative to the contraceptives used at the time. Since
The Link Between Genetics and Breast Cancer
Every October we celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness month, a chance to celebrate survivors, mourn loved ones, encourage those who are still fighting and raise overall awareness of the disease. While it is well known that
Robotic Surgery Provides a Minimally Invasive Option for Ovarian Cancer Patients
The term “robotic surgery” can be frightening. There are so many questions surrounding the emerging technology and its efficacy and safety. However, robotic surgery is paving the way for less invasive options when it comes
Is it Dangerous to Breastfeed when You Have the Flu?
Moms know when an infant or small child in their home comes down with an illness, she has a good chance of contracting it as well, thanks to all the nose wiping, cough covering and
Why Women Experience Depression Twice as Often as Men
It’s no secret depression is a major issue among Americans, affecting children, teenagers and adults of every age, race and income level. Depression was long seen as something to keep in the dark but has
Helping Women Conquer their Health Fears
Women are capable of amazing things, from giving birth to running marathons and everything in between. When our bodies start to behave differently, don’t cooperate as they used to or show signs of disease, it
Celebrating Little Victories in the NICU
Just when it seemed like everything was going wrong in Lindsey Williamson’s pregnancy, there came a silver lining: the birth of her beautiful daughter. Although baby Audrey’s birth wasn’t without complications, the Williamsons came to
Life at 670 Grams
Maranda Pisarik’s first preterm delivery happened at just 19.3 gestational weeks. Unfortunately, her young daughter didn’t survive. When the 36-year-old got pregnant for a second time, she was determined to take every precaution for a
166 Days of Hugs and Care
Labor and Delivery nurse April Mayhan has been around more than just a few pregnant moms during her years in health care. She has a pretty good idea of what the journey to parenthood entails.
What Are the Next Steps After an Abnormal Pap Smear?
Some women face an upcoming annual visit to the gynecologist with calm resignation, while others stress and worry until it’s over and done. Most of the time, the check-up goes smoothly, a mental self-care box