Throughout your journey in family planning, you might come across the term “basal body temperature,” or BBT, and wondered what do these terms mean? When it comes to fertility, does basal body temperature and the BBT method actually work? We’re going to break down the terms and science so you can decide whether the basal […]
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In an abundance of caution, Walnut Hill OB/Gyn Associates is modifying our current business operations. In an effort to keep patients, their extended families and our staff safe and prevent spread of this virus, we are rescheduling all routine gynecological appointments, some obstetric appointments and most elective surgeries for the remainder of this week. We […]
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Everyone here at Walnut Hill wants you and your family to stay safe during this time. With that in mind, we are going to be rescheduling our medicare patients and we have closed our office located in the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital. If you are an obstetric patient who normally visits that office, you will […]
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You know the time is right, and you’re ready to have a baby, but taking steps to boost your preconception health can make conceiving and carrying a baby easier and healthier. Identifying and managing your current health issues are among the first steps you can do, which means speaking honestly with your doctor, but diet […]
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With an average of 9 to 16 percent of moms experience postpartum depression (PPD), we find that having a strong community, where it’s safe to share even some of the darkest sides of pregnancy, has an astounding effect on helping moms get the help they need. Therefore, we take extra care when speaking to our […]
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You’re pregnant—and tired all the time. You’re going to the bathroom almost constantly and you just can’t drink enough water. Many women feel extreme fatigue or the frequent urge to urinate when pregnant. While these may be common complaints, these symptoms could be caused by a serious and underlying disorder that can harm both you […]
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Pregnancy is a beautiful time for many women, but even the most glowing mother can get a little stir-crazy after a while. You may search for things to do with or without kids, classes designed just for you while you are pregnant or family-friendly fun. Getting out can be understandably difficult when you feel like […]
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Many women who have been diagnosed with preeclampsia didn’t even know the disorder existed or even how to pronounce it. Here is our guide on everything you need to know about preeclampsia.
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As a new mom, no matter how many questions you ask or books you read, there’s really nothing that compares to the actual experience of recovering from birth. If you have a close group of friends that are moms, they are probably the best people that can give you the unfiltered version of a labor […]
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Sciatic nerve pain during pregnancy is actually very common. Most pregnant women experience at least one episode of sciatic pain during their pregnancy. Sadly, this nerve pain, which is sometimes diagnosed as sciatica, is another annoying ache and pain you may have to deal with while pregnant. Good news is, there are some remedies you […]
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Have you heard of cord blood banking? It’s becoming a common question you may be asked during your pregnancy.
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There are many questions surrounding epidurals and we’re providing you with all the answers from our nurse practitioner, Katie Neely, to help you with your decision.
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Infertility is the inability to achieve pregnancy following 12 months of regular, unprotected sexual intercourse.
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When you’re trying to conceive, or TTC, you may find yourself reading up on the latest fertility blogs and forums.
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For years, women have undergone cosmetic surgery for a variety of rejuvenating treatments.
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Five and a half years ago, Dr. Hampton B. Richards and his wife, Rachel, were blessed with twin boys. Dr. Richards is a second-generation partner of Walnut Hill OBGYN, specializing in high-risk pregnancy, infertility, operative laparoscopy, resolution of heavy periods, operative hysteroscopy, and minimally invasive surgery. Rachel was a Nurse Supervisor in the Neonatal ICU. […]
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Pregnant women are faced with so many decisions. If your due date is around flu season, deciding whether or not to get the flu shot is probably at the top of your mind. There are a lot of varying opinions and myths surrounding getting the flu shot during pregnancy, and it can be easy to […]
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September is National Baby Safety Month. This safety month is an annual campaign sponsored by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Associate (JPMA). Each year’s campaign brings awareness to the safe selection and proper use of baby products to prevent injuries. This year’s focus is all about preventing fall-related injuries. Read these safety tips to help keep […]
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Walnut Hill is honored to introduce the newest member of our team, Dr. Sooyeon Choi, M.D. Dr. Choi recently completed a fellowship in Advanced Gynecologic Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital and will be taking patients full time starting in August 2017. “It’s not just a job, it’s my passion and part of my identity, […]
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Here at Walnut Hill, our staff has been in practice for over 100 years combined. With that experience comes stories of lives changed, countless procedures, and even seeing how deliveries have changed over the years. In this video, we interview Dr. John Bertrand, who is in his 38th year of practice as an OBGYN physician, […]
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