How to best prepare and what to expect for the 20 week Anatomy Scan

Recapping the second trimester of my first pregnancy and taking advantage of the newfound energy.

Questions to consider when searching for an obstetric or GYN provider and resources to help you find one that fits you best

Travel Precautions in Pregnancy for air, car, and international travel

Tips for nausea, fatigue and anxieties in the first trimester from a Certified Nurse Midwife’s pregnancy.

Everything you need to know about Braxton Hicks contractions and why you may or may not experience them in your pregnancy.

You’ve taken a test and two lines tell the story. You’re pregnant. But now what? Let these tangible tips help you navigate the time between the first test and your first appointment.

One of the most common questions I get asked is “How can I decrease my risk of tearing during delivery?” Whether its a friend who’s just found out she’s pregnant, a veteran who’s been there before, or a stranger turned friend on the internet, this question is at the top of a lot of women’s minds

Until pregnancy, you may not have thought twice about your cervix, only remembered it when receiving a pap smear, or perhaps not even known of its existence. For a lot of women, after becoming pregnant, this organ receives a lot more attention and especially near the end of a pregnancy. But what can the cervix really tell us about our labors and birth?

It’s crazy to think that I’m currently completing continuing education articles for the 5 year renewal of my license. I can’t believe its already been 5 years! They say time flies when you’re having fun and in this case, “they” are right. I’ve loved getting to know my patient population, take part in hundreds of deliveries, and form relationships with my co-workers.

Thank you to everyone who submitted really great questions! I think it’s so important for us as women to have an arena where we feel we can ask questions about our health and our bodies and receive valid, evidence- based answers.