Seasonal Changes and Their Impact on Gynecological Health
Published December 6, 2024
As the cold days of winter approach, many women can’t remember why they dread that time of year so much. …
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Understanding the Different Stages of Labor and Delivery
Published November 12, 2024
Labor and delivery are profound, life-changing experiences. As with most areas, knowledge is power, and understanding what to expect can provide comfort and confidence for expectant parents. …
Prenatal Care: What to Expect During Each Trimester
Published October 14, 2024
Pregnancy is segmented into three stages known as trimesters. Each trimester lasts between 12 and 14 weeks or about 3 months. …
Managing Menstrual Symptoms in Hot Weather
Published September 10, 2024
Fooling Mother Nature is not easy, but we keep trying. It’s actually true that menstrual symptoms seem to get worse in the summer. …
Safe And Fun Summer Activities For Expecting Moms
Published August 9, 2024
Being pregnant in the summer is no walk in the park. Except a walk in a shady park might be nice. …
Twin Pregnancy And Beyond: A Guide For New Parents
Published July 1, 2024
Before the days of ultrasound, parents of twins had no idea they were about to have “double the fun.” Today parents can find out they are going to be parents of multiples well ahead of birth. …
What Does Vaginal Atrophy Feel Like?
Published June 4, 2024
Vaginal atrophy is one of the side effects of menopause. When a woman has adequate estrogen, all is well, but as soon as estrogen begins to decline, …
What Is Causing My Female Pelvic Pain?
Published May 1, 2024
“What is causing my pelvic pain?” is a refrain we hear quite frequently at our OBGYN clinic in Reston, VA. It can be an issue with the digestive, …
What IUD Is Best for Me?
Published April 18, 2024
What IUD is best for me? There are multiple factors involved in deciding upon the best IUD. It Is always best to get a recommendation from a skilled gynecologist like our board-certified OBGYNs in Reston, …
High Breast Cancer Risk: When to Begin Screening
Published March 12, 2024
Some people will debate whether too much of a good thing is a good thing. We say yes, …