What to Expect While Recovering From Vaginal Delivery
Published November 16, 2023
Two-thirds of babies born in the United States are through vaginal deliveries. You have always heard that this type of delivery is easier than a C-section, …
Category Archive for Obstetrics
Hospital Bag Guide: Items to Pack for Your Hospital Stay and Delivery
Published September 25, 2023
If you are a chronic procrastinator, now is the time to change your habits. Having your hospital bag ready early is non-negotiable! …
Your First Prenatal Visit: Everything You Should Know
Published August 22, 2023
Your dream is finally coming true. You are pregnant! Once you come back down to earth and calm down, it’s time to start planning your first prenatal visit. …
10 Early Pregnancy Symptoms
Published June 12, 2023
Most people will tell you the first early pregnancy symptom is missing a period. That is absolutely true, but there are dozens more to watch out for. …
3rd Trimester Prenatal Appointments: What To Expect
Published December 13, 2022
You have made it through the 1st and 2nd trimester, and here you are approaching the finish line. Whew! Weeks 28 through 40 may seem like forever, …
What Medications Are Safe During Pregnancy?
Published February 1, 2022
When you are pregnant, whatever you put into your body can affect your growing child. So when you have a headache, …
Should You Get The Flu Shot During Pregnancy?
Published November 3, 2021
The flu is more likely to cause a serious illness in a pregnant woman than someone the same age who is not pregnant. …
What To Expect At A Preconception Appointment
Published September 3, 2021
If you have babies on your mind, consider having a preconception appointment with Perfectly Female. Even if you aren’t planning to get pregnant until a year from now, …
7 Pregnancy Myths, Debunked
Published June 11, 2021
There have always been old wives tales about pregnancy and most likely you have heard a few. Carrying your baby high means you’re having a girl. …
The Benefits Of Taking Folic Acid Before And During Pregnancy
Published January 13, 2021
The CDC recommends that if you are a woman considering getting pregnant, start taking folic acid. If you just found out you are pregnant, …