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7 Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep
April 20, 2022
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 […]
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Is Your Diet Making Menopause Worse? 5 Ways to Lighten Up
April 21, 2020
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 […]
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Guys! 6 Tips to Improve Your Sperm Count
November 05, 2019
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 […]
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Reduce Your Risk of Miscarriage
October 18, 2018
Although it may be frustrating to hear – or read – miscarriages are very normal; about 1 in 5 pregnancies result in a miscarriage. Unfortunately, this subject matter can be so hush-hush, that many women aren’t aware how common they […]
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Your Future Fertility: Environmental Factors
March 21, 2018
Your future fertility is important and is directly related to your physical well-being. That’s why obstetricians and gynecologists advocate for annual wellness visits. However, there are also environmental factors that can cause fertility problems, regardless of how healthy you are. […]
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Living a Clean Lifestyle
November 29, 2017
As Ob/Gyns, clean lifestyle recommendations are the norm, especially when we focus on trying to conceive, pregnancy and breastfeeding health. In reality, living a clean lifestyle is something all of us should strive to practice. Healthy living improves every aspect […]
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The Importance of Prenatal Care
December 07, 2016
Congratulations! You’re pregnant! But now what? You have infinite questions about what this means for you and your baby over the next 9 months. Many of the answers to your questions pertain to prenatal care, that is, how you should […]
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How Alcohol Affects Fertility
September 23, 2016
Giving up alcohol is often the automatic response for women who are trying to get pregnant, and this is especially true for women after realizing hey are pregnant. But, is it really necessary? We’ve all seen perfectly intelligent women, without […]
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5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Drink Alcohol While Pregnant
June 17, 2014
Alcohol can have a negative effect on your fetus. Period. We know the debate about drinking during pregnancy is all over the map; from doctors who say a glass of wine or beer once in a while won’t hurt anyone, to […]