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Importance of Annual OBGYN Appointments

A few years ago, my husband and I thought we were ready to start a family. Because I hadn’t visited my OBGYN in a long time, I made an appointment with this specialist. I was older. So, I wanted to talk about the ways I could improve my chances of conceiving. After conducting a few routine tests, my OBGYN discovered I needed to have surgery before trying to conceive. Unfortunately, I had several, large fibroids that might threaten my life, and the life of a baby, if I became pregnant. Thankfully, the surgery was a success. I only wish I had visited my OBGYN sooner. On this blog, I hope you will discover the importance of visiting your OBGYN every year. Enjoy!

Are You Ready To Conceive?

Posted on 6 March 2017

What you do prior to conceiving is just as important as what you do after. Pre-conception care helps to ensure that you are physically and mentally ready to have a baby. It also helps to identify any problems that could make conceiving a challenge. If you and your partner are preparing to have a family, here are some pre-conception care tips to remember.   Schedule a Preconception Care Checkup One of the most important steps you can take to prepare for pregnancy is to schedule a checkup with your gynecologist. [Read More]

What's Causing Your Vaginal Dryness

Posted on 2 March 2017

Vaginal dryness cannot only make intercourse painful, but it can also bother you throughout the day. The occasional day-long bout of dryness is usually caused by nothing more than normal hormonal fluctuations, but if your dryness has lingered for a few days or more, it's time to look more closely for an underlying cause. Here are some of the most likely culprits. Menopause Are you in your 40s or 50s? This could be the first sign of menopause. [Read More]