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Here at Overlake OB/GYN, we try to focus on the positives of menopause, rather than wallowing in the potential negatives. Many of our clients sail through menopause relatively unscathed, or with a minimal amount of side effects, and truly appreciate […]

  Whew! Menopause. It happens to every woman. For some, it is a dreaded event, symbolizing the end of the fertile years and life as a younger woman. For others, it is a time to celebrate – for the exact […]

Prenatal care is a cornerstone of a healthy pregnancy, labor, and baby. Why? Because throughout your pregnancy, prenatal checkups are used to ensure both you and your baby are progressing as you should. It provides the opportunity for you to […]

The good news? Most of the time abnormal discharge, vaginal itchiness or a slight irritation is no major cause for concern. However, it’s always worth having it checked by your OB/GYN in case there is something more to it. The […]

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 […]

While the majority of our work here as women’s healthcare providers takes place in the physical realm, we know mental health is a foundational component to physical health. When your mind is healthy, balanced, clear, and grounded, you are better […]

Do you find yourself running to the bathroom stalls at work or discreetly adjusting your pants or underwear in order to relieve vaginal itching? You aren’t the only one. Millions of women complain of vaginal itching – or itchiness that […]

  Dental health and prenatal health – do those two things seem unrelated to you?  Today, we realize the body is a complex and holistic system; what happens in one area can have serious positive or negative effects in other […]

  So often, articles about conception and fertility are geared towards women – especially when it comes to common conditions such as endometriosis or PCOS, which are leading causes of infertility. This time, we’re here to let men know there […]

If you received an abnormal result from your pap smear, odds are your Ob-Gyn is going to call and schedule you for a colposcopy. If this happens to you, don’t panic. It’s fairly common to get an “abnormal result” from […]