by Mt. Auburn | Dec 5, 2019 | Gynecology, Obstetrics, Our Practice, Pregnancy
Some women talk about the pregnancy “pooch” that sticks around post-pregnancy. What is this condition, and how do you get rid of it? What is diastasis recti? What causes it? Diastasis recti, also known as “ab separation”, is where your left and right stomach...
by Mt. Auburn | Nov 15, 2019 | Obstetrics, Our Practice, Pregnancy
Thanksgiving is fun until you remember you have dietary restrictions while pregnant. Uh oh, what do you do? Here are the do’s and don’ts for your Thanksgiving feast so you can eat stress-free. Don’t Eat Undercooked Foods Consuming undercooked foods can lead to...
by Mt. Auburn | Nov 11, 2019 | Gynecology, Obstetrics, Pregnancy
Insomnia can be hard enough to deal with normally, and you may be wondering how you’re going to cope with it now that you’re pregnant. Whether you’re a new mom or an experienced mother looking for new tips, here’s what to expect and how to handle pregnancy...
by Mt. Auburn | Oct 30, 2019 | Gynecology, Our Practice, Pregnancy, Services
Birth control can be an awkward topic to talk about, but it’s an important thing to be informed on. One of the most common forms of women’s birth control you may hear about is “the pill.” But what exactly is “the pill”? How Does the Pill Work? A birth control pill is...
by Mt. Auburn | Oct 22, 2019 | Obstetrics, Our Practice, Pregnancy
We all know you shouldn’t smoke while pregnant, but what about vaping? While it’s said that vaping is “safer than smoking”, research to prove this is still in the early stages. However, recently on October 8 there’s been almost 1,300 lung injury cases linked to the...
by Mt. Auburn | Oct 3, 2019 | Gynecology, Obstetrics, Pregnancy
Yoga is a great way to stay fit and healthy both physically and mentally. Did you know it can be even more beneficial during pregnancy? Physical Benefits Prepare for Labor: Labor takes a toll on the body. You’ll be using muscles you have not been accustomed to using,...
