Category: Parenthood

MOJO/TWC Prenatal & Birth Prep Program FAQs

In-Office Prenatal & Birth Prep Pelvic PT   Why is Pelvic PT important during pregnancy?  We believe all women can benefit from Pelvic Physical Therapy during pregnancy that continues into the postpartum period. Our in-office Pelvic PTs help reduce tearing, increases comfort in labor, helps with cesarean prep & recovery, addresses common pregnancy pain & discomfort […]

The Importance of Prenatal Vitamins as an Expecting Mother

The Importance of Prenatal Vitamins as an Expecting Mother

Most expecting mothers receive the same commands: rest, drink water, and eat well. While those are valid points, did you know that prenatal vitamins are crucial for the health and well-being of a pregnant woman and her baby? Taking prenatal vitamins ensures an unborn child gets the basic nutrients it needs for healthy development. Why […]

Five Healthcare Apps We Love

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Dealing with typical pregnancy symptoms & additional health issues? This article discusses how yeast infections can happen during pregnancy & how to handle it.

I Am Pregnant. Do I Need An OB/GYN?

I Am Pregnant. Do I Need An OB/GYN?

Congratulations on your pregnancy! You have most likely been recently confirmed pregnant if you are reading this. With that newfound knowledge, pregnancy can come with a lot of uncertainty. This article will hopefully help answer why having an OB/GYN is important in answering your questions.  The Woman’s Clinic has compiled a few common pregnancy-related inquiries about […]

The Next Baby Boom

Rumors of the next baby boom circulate because of an idea that pregnancy is somehow related to… boredom. And when people are quarantined inside for long periods of time, it’s highly likely that plenty of boredom will occur. But does that mean we should expect a rise in the rate of pregnancy for most Americans? […]

Keep Your Home And Your Family Safe

This is a repost of a past article, updated  Under the circumstances, with so many schools closing and more and more people staying home to help mitigate the risks of spreading the coronavirus, a very timely awareness week is underway. March 15-21 is National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW). So, while you’re working to set up a new at-home […]

Birth Control Methods

Birth control is the use of various treatments or methods to prevent pregnancy. The decision to use birth control, as well as the choice of which birth control method to use, is important and personal. Learn more about your birth control options for preventing conception or pregnancy. Why Birth Control?  Birth control allows sexually active […]

Postpartum Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs

Postpartum depression (PPD) is more common than people think. It’s so common, in fact, that the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that around 1 in 9 women experience symptoms of postpartum depression. However, because of the stigma surrounding mental health issues, the CDC also believes that, if accurately reported, the numbers could be as […]

How Parents with Healthy Habits Promote Health in Children

Obesity as a whole is on the rise; the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that roughly 40 percent of adult Americans are obese, as are 20 percent of children. Childhood obesity is particularly worrisome. Health risks and obesity itself tend to rise over time, and it’s a very real fear that childhood obesity […]

Welcome Summer, Welcome Bugs

There are many things we think about when summer rolls around. These thoughts might range from whether our kids will go to summer camp, how late is too late for bedtime, when to schedule a fun vacation, or when to stock up on sunscreen. One all-too-common concern that we should also be having is how […]

Sun Protection: More Than Just SPF

It’s summertime, which means many people are packing up their pool and beach bags and planning to spend a lot of time outside. Sunscreen usually tops most people’s lists for beach necessities, but the most important part of sun safety doesn’t boil down to only SPF. In fact, the CDC recommends a host of other […]

My Experience with Prematurity

Last week, we talked about the stress of having a premature baby. Our very own Dr. Meredith Travelstead and her husband know from personal experience how scary it can be to deliver early and they decided to share this personal experience to give parents in similar circumstances some encouragement. This is just one of the […]

When It’s Too Soon

For parents expecting a new baby, the anticipation can be very exciting, but when the baby arrives too early, it can cause worry and fear. Here is some information to help prepare you and ease your anxiety should you find yourself in this position. What to Expect Preterm babies, or preemies, are babies born before […]

What Exactly is Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?

You may be wondering why there’s an article on Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) on The Woman’s Clinic blog. But, at The Woman’s Clinic, we strive to offer education to our patients on a variety of topics. Many of our patients will experience HFMD in their homes and might be surprised to learn that […]

RSV And Your Baby

It’s winter or early spring, prime cold and flu season, and you suddenly find your baby with a cough, runny nose, or refusing to eat. There’s a chance it’s just a common cold, but there’s also a chance it could be Respiratory Syncytial Virus, more commonly known as RSV. What Is RSV? RSV is a […]

Does My Child Have Reflux?

Are there times when it feels like it is impossible to get your child to eat anything, much less something healthy? When should you be concerned that something, besides being a picky eater, is causing food avoidance? What Is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease, more commonly referred to as GERD, may be the cause of GI […]

Screen Time For Kids Right Before Bed?

Laying down in bed, closing your eyes, and falling asleep may sound natural to many, but it is actually a learned skill for children. As with many learned skills, children should be set up for success by their caregivers to make sure that they have the best chance of easily falling asleep, and most importantly, […]

Babies Are Still In Danger of SIDS

It’s been the message for decades…”Back to Sleep” and educating parents on safe sleeping habits for babies has been pushed by pediatricians and researchers and is important for preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Even with this education, every year 3,500 babies die from SIDS in the United States. Researchers don’t know the exact cause […]

What Are The Risks Of Screen Time?

Although computer use does improve children’s readiness for school, too much is most definitely a problem. There are a myriad of reasons why this is the case, but today we are going to look at just one – vision problems. By the age of 2, the average child has at least one digital device and […]

Anxiety In Children

A dog is a man’s best friend, or say the saying goes. In previous years, studies have shown that adults who have dogs live longer, healthier lives. They are typically more active and have less stress than adults who do not own dogs. Studies have also shown that children with dogs have less allergies and […]

Postpartum Depression – Is More Follow-up Needed?

Typically women are screened for depression symptoms shortly after giving birth. A new study reports that this practice may fail to identify those at a high risk to develop symptoms months after delivery. The study used data from 1,432 women in 16 US states; the data was compiled by the Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester, […]