2016

3 Warning Signs That You Need A Mammogram

Breast cancer is something that affects many women. Luckily, there has been so much advancement in healthcare that there are many great treatments for breast cancer, especially if you can detect it early on. This is why it is so important that women recognize the signs of breast cancer so that they can detect the problem early on and get the treatment they need. Here are some things to be aware of. Read More 

Choosing A Well-Rounded Approach To Pregnancy: How To Integrate Midwifery Into Your Obstetrics Care

Choosing the right approach to your prenatal care doesn't mean you have to choose between a midwife and an obstetrician. You can partner with both types of care providers to create a well-rounded medical care team that attends to your pregnancy from a holistic and medical perspective. Here are a few ways to make a midwife part of your approach to pregnancy. Choose A Certified Nurse-Midwife Certified nurse-midwives are nurses who have the ability to prescribe medications and provide specialized medical services as needed. Read More 

Traveling Internationally While Pregnant: Health Factors To Consider

Being pregnant means that your entire perspective on regular, everyday activities changes. Your primary focus is on your health and the health of your growing, unborn baby. As such, when you had planned to travel internationally before you found out you were pregnant, you may wonder whether or not traveling to another country is a good idea now. Get to know some of the factors that you should consider when determining whether or not to travel internationally during your pregnancy so that you can make the right decision for yourself. Read More