Pregnancy
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I’m Pregnant. Is the Covid Vaccine Safe?
December 23, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
You can find the latest recommendations in this infographic provided to us: COVID Vaccine Shared Decision Making Information for Pregnant Woman Updated 12.14.2020
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Common Prenatal Genetic Screening Tests
December 01, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
Your prenatal appointments are considered an essential foundation of your health, and your baby’s, as you make your way through a nine-month journey together. In addition to strengthening your bond with your OB, midwives, and labor/delivery team, these appointments offer […]
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7 Common Misconceptions About Midwives
October 15, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
Midwives provide a tremendous amount of wisdom, knowledge and compassionate support to their clients and the birthing room. Plus, statistics show that when a midwife is present at a birth, medical and pharmaceutical intervention rates decline considerably. Schedule an appointment […]
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5 Signs You Should Call Your OB
September 08, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
Once you learn you are pregnant, your focus immediately shifts to your baby and his/her healthy development. Physical signs and symptoms that wouldn’t have phased you in the past can now seem like major red flags, making it difficult to […]
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What is a Rainbow Baby?
August 04, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
The more severe the storm, the more beautiful the luminous rainbow appears to those who survived the storm’s vengeance. This is the experience from which the term “Rainbow Baby” was coined, because a live, healthy baby is that much more […]
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Don’t Skip Your Prenatal Visits
June 10, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
Prenatal visits are an essential part of your health – and your baby’s – during the 40ish weeks you will spend together. While some things may seem unnecessary – measuring the belly, weighing in, etc. – each of your appointments […]
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Expecting During the COVID-19 Pandemic
May 27, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
Oh, mamas-to-be; our hearts go out to you. Amid pregnancy joy, you are pregnant in one of the most unique experiences any of us here at Overlake have experienced: the COVID-19 pandemic. You deserve to grieve all of the things […]
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5 Important Benefits of Prenatal Care
February 27, 2020. By: Overlake OBGYN
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 […]
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5 Reasons Why Oral Health Is So Important During Pregnancy
November 14, 2019. By: Overlake OBGYN
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 […]
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Guys! 6 Tips to Improve Your Sperm Count
November 05, 2019. By: Overlake OBGYN
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 […]