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Celebrate Breastfeeding Awareness Month – 10 Tips for Breastfeeding Success
This is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating over here at Overlake OB/GYN. How much do we love breastfeeding? Oh, let us count the ways! The more we learn about the amazing powers of breastfeeding, the more we feel compelled to spread the word. Just a...
7 Tips to Alleviate Morning Sickness
While the cause(s) of morning sickness are still a relative mystery, there are multiple solutions that have proven effective for the majority of women out there. Even if they don’t completely “cure” morning sickness, they can certainly help to take the edge off. And,...
Your Annual OB/GYN Exam
There is much more involved in an annual visit to your OB/GYN than a pap test. Not only does your visit help to build a rapport with the individual who is privy to some of the most intimate details of your life, but exams are also used as a well-woman checkup to...
5 Risks of Tattoos, Microblading and Permanent Makeup
The commonplace nature of tattoos makes it seem like they are a risk-free addition to the body. However, there are inherent risks in getting a tattoo, which is an unregulated industry. The FDA defines tattoos as: ● Permanent Tattoo: A needle inserts colored ink into...
Common Causes of Memory Loss in Women
Foggy brains and occasional forgetfulness are perfectly normal. However, there is a point where consistent and repeated memory glitches are a cause for concern. Anything from lack of sleep or hormone imbalance to poor diet and medically-rooted issues can lead to...
Family Fun Around Bellevue
Boy, are we spoiled! It's easy to take where you live for granted, especially when caught up in the whirlwind of work and family life. Rather than spend a fortune traveling elsewhere this summer, we recommend taking advantage of the seemingly infinite "fun things to...
Finding the Best Summer Activities for your Child
As we head into the home stretch and the end of another school year, it’s time to think about summer activities to keep our kiddos occupied, active, and engaged. Now the work is to find the best summer activities for your child, your schedule, and the budget....
Tips on Optimizing Maternity Leave and Your Baby’s First Several Months
Maternity leave is not only a legal right granted by the U.S. government, but it's also some of the most sacred times you'll ever have with your newborn baby. It's also a time for mothers to physically, mentally, and emotionally adjust to having a new baby in the...
5 Special Ways to Celebrate All Women on Mother’s Day
There are many positives to list when it comes to why we do what we do here at Overlake OB/GYN, but delivering babies is undoubtedly a highlight. However, even more, magical than the sight of a newborn baby is the knowledge that we are there the moment a woman...
7 Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep
If you’re someone who struggles to fall asleep, stay asleep, or if you’re approaching menopause and find hormonal fluctuations make sleep more difficult – this post’s for you. 1. Get some exercise If you are already doing your part to get at least 30-minutes of mild-...
Discussing Mental Health with Children
Do you, a close family member, or a dear friend have a mental health diagnosis? Are you worried that your child or teen is exhibiting signs of a mental health issue? Since research shows that roughly one in five Americans (children and adults) are coping with a mental...
5 Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D has always been considered an essential part of a well-balanced diet and lifestyle. It is responsible for multiple health-related processes, including fighting inflammation and supporting the immune system response. It's also an essential agent for...
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