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Perimenopause is like puberty in reverse; easy for some and difficult for others. But why the difference? A reproductive endocrinologist explains.
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Study sheds light on relationship between perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and first time cesarian delivery among pregnant women.
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Research suggests that, for many women, a simple change in thinking could dramatically improve bladder control.
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For the first time in almost a century, experts release new pregnancy care recommendations that focus on tailoring care to individual patients.
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After surviving ovarian cancer at age 26, Emma found healing through a lifelong passion for art and an adventurousness to try new things she might not have before.
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How three former gymnasts apply lessons learned to their medical careers.
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After being diagnosed with Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Amber was determined to fight many challenges and become a mother.
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New research shows pregnant people who are vaccinated against COVID-19 are passing on that protection to their newborns, providing babies some immunity to Sars-CoV-2 before they enter the world.
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Three experts explain what you need to know before choosing your prenatal provider.
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Out-of-pocket spending for maternal and newborn hospitalizations among privately insured families can exceed $10,000 if babies require neonatal intensive care.
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Study suggests the pandemic initially slowed down conception rates but anticipate a baby surge this summer.
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Study suggests that many women using emergency care for fibroids may be better served in alternative health care settings.
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TikTok helped vaginal splinting go viral. A doctors explains how this simple constipation relief method works, and when you may need to see a doctor.
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Doctors, midwives and nurses share what they like best about being a mom, what it means to help women become mothers and top advice they share with new parents.
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Young patient’s reaction to commercial featuring gold medalist and double amputee Jessica Long goes viral, leads to Zoom introduction.