Managing Pregnancy Discomforts: Tips and Remedies for Common Pregnancy Symptoms
Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative journey, but it can also bring about various discomforts and challenges for expectant mothers. From morning sickness to backaches and swollen feet, these symptoms can sometimes dampen the joy of pregnancy. However, with the right knowledge and strategies, you can effectively manage and alleviate these common pregnancy discomforts. In […]
The Miracle of Life: A Complete Guide to Obstetric Care for Expecting Mothers
Welcome to the wonderful world of pregnancy! As you embark on this miraculous journey, it’s essential to understand the importance of obstetric care in ensuring a healthy and safe experience for both you and your baby. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the various aspects of obstetric care, from prenatal visits to labor and delivery: […]
Causes of Infertility: What You Need to Know
One in eight couples in the United States experiences infertility- that’s 12% of people trying to conceive! And yet, it’s still not something that is talked about openly very often. Why is that? Perhaps because it can be such an emotionally charged and difficult topic to deal with. Or, maybe because people are just not […]
What You Need to Know About Freezing Your Eggs
Egg freezing is one potential solution for some women, especially those with a cancer diagnosis (or another diagnosis that threatens fertility) or those who aren’t ready to become mothers before their biological clock starts winding down. Fertility declines as we age, often taking a nosedive after 35. Yet, year after year, the average age of […]
Pregnancy After 35: What You Need to Know
While younger women are more likely to get pregnant faster and without fertility support, it’s also true that a healthy pregnancy after 35 is entirely possible. Plenty of women 35 years and older are giving birth to healthy babies every day. There’s nothing magical that happens before and after a woman’s 35th birthday but it’s […]
What Should I Expect When my Waters Break?
Wondering what it will be like when your waters break is common. At WomanCare in Illinois, we’re here to provide exceptional healthcare throughout your pregnancy journey. One of the ways we do that is through education. Here are some questions about waters breaking we hear and their answers: Q: What are the waters? A: Your […]
7 Tips for Better Sleep While Pregnant
Sleepless nights are the reality for most new parents but, pregnant women know sleep troubles start long before the baby makes their arrival. Hormones, changing body, and stress levels compromise sleep during pregnancy. Lack of sleep can affect energy and mood and even make it more likely to experience pregnancy complications. Longer, more painful labors, […]
Endometriosis: What You Can Do
Endometriosis affects each woman differently so there’s no guaranteed treatment plan that works for everyone. When you’re trying to find a way to ease endometriosis pain, it can take a lot of trial and error. Some home remedies, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle changes can help give you relief and make endometriosis pain more manageable. […]
Things to Avoid During Pregnancy
Pregnancy doesn’t mean you have to give up all your usual routines. Your daily activities and diet may stay largely the same. Of course you want to continue following all the general rules for good health: nutrition, sleep and exercise. But there are some things you should avoid during pregnancy for your health and for […]
5 Important Reasons to Visit the OBGYN Every Year
Women’s health care is incredibly important, and that’s why there are some of the best OBGYNs out there to help women with their specific health care needs. While there is no one reason to see a gynecologist, there are certain circumstances that certainly warrant a visit. Breast health screening services Breast exams are most commonly […]
