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5 Important Benefits of Prenatal Care
February 27, 2020
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 Common Questions About Midwives and Midwifery Care
October 17, 2019
Here at Overlake OB/GYN we are proud to offer well-rounded care to our patients and this includes a staff of compassionate and dedicated midwives. Years ago, midwives were a normal attendance at virtually every birth in cultures all over the […]
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Risks of an Induced Labor
February 13, 2019
It may seem like induced labors are “the new thing,” but that’s not necessarily a good thing. In fact, the best labor and deliveries are the ones that begin naturally, and spontaneously because the baby is ready. Induced labors carry […]
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Episiotomy Care after Childbirth
October 05, 2017
If your doctor or midwife performed an episiotomy during childbirth, you’ll need extra postpartum care to facilitate healing and minimize discomfort or pain. Episiotomies result in a minor incision to the vagina, widening the opening to prevent severe perineum tears. […]
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Things to Consider When Creating a Birth Plan
March 22, 2017
You know what they say about “best laid plans…”. That being said, plans are still a good idea. You might not stick to one – nature or other forces may have their way with your plan – but the act […]
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10 Silly Questions People Ask OB/GYNs
December 29, 2014
Let’s preface this post by saying that absolutely no question you ask your OB/GYN is silly. The sad reality is that the world of female reproduction, the parts that contribute to your sexual pleasure and reproduction, the act of sex, […]
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Giving Birth by Cesarean Section: What Can You Expect
June 17, 2014
While voluntarily schedule cesarean sections (C-sections) are an option, most women intend to have a vaginal birth. This is how women’s bodies were designed to deliver babies after all. However, there are a myriad of situations that can cause your obstetrician […]