Abnormal vaginal bleeding is any vaginal bleeding that happens unexpectedly. It is bleeding that occurs outside of your expected menstrual cycle. It can also refer to a menstrual cycle that suddenly becomes heavier, lighter or more erratic than usual. Signs that vaginal bleeding may be abnormal include: Bleeding at unusual times (between periods, after intercourse).…
Christmas, Hanukkah and New Years are just around the corner. As we celebrate with family and friends, we’re also surrounded by mountains of delicious food. Chocolates, desserts, wine and large family dinners can make healthy eating over the holidays very tricky. A 2018 study of 2,000 Americans found that 81 percent consider themselves to be…
Giving birth can simultaneously be one of the greatest experiences of a woman’s life but also one of the most stressful. While having a new addition to the family can be fun and exciting, it also comes with a lot stress. Following the birth of a child, some women will experience a condition known as…
The pelvic floor is a term used to describe a group of muscles and tissue that work together to support the bladder, uterus, vagina and rectum. Pelvic floor muscles support these organs by wrapping around the pelvic bone to help provide stability. Pelvic floor disorders occur when the “sling” or “hammock” that supports the organs…
High blood pressure in pregnancy is a common but serious condition. About 10 percent of all pregnancies in the United States are complicated by high blood pressure. While serious, high blood pressure in pregnancy is a treatable and preventable condition. High blood pressure (in pregnancy) falls under one of the following categories: Chronic high blood…
The good news about healthy eating during pregnancy is that no special diet, foods or regimens need to be followed. While pregnant, the basics of healthy eating are all that is required. But this time around, it’s a matter of making sure that you are getting good amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean protein,…
Menopause is a process that occurs over months or years. It is the time in a woman’s life where fertility declines, estrogen levels decrease and menstrual periods come to an end. Each woman will experience menopause at a different time and in a different way. Although it is impossible to know exactly when menopause will…
Vaginal health is not a topic that is discussed often but it is certainly an issue that deserves attention. Most people use the term “vagina” to refer to the whole below-the-belt area but in fact, the vagina is a closed muscular canal that connects the cervix (opening of the uterus) to the outside of the…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has had a devastating effect on many lives and families. Thankfully, the vaccine for COVID-19 has just been made available to the public. ** Care for Womens Medical Group is not offering the vaccine at this time. This information is for educational purposes ** How the COVID-19 vaccine works and how it is…
This holiday season is going to be unlike any other. With a background of coronavirus (COVID-19) and social distancing, difficult decisions will need to be made about what the holiday season will look like this year for your family. Whether you’re having small family gatherings or a scaled-down Christmas, here are a few things to…
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