Let us walk you through the many options for birth control tailored specifically to your age group. Starting with women in their 20s to women over 40, we discuss a variety of options that may work best for your age, lifestyle, and your body. Your Walnut Hill physician will also help you pick the birth […]
Read More »Birth Control Options for Women in Their 20s
Once you’ve hit your 20s, you have probably had the discussion with your OBGYN about sexual health and preventing pregnancy. However, there are so many types of birth control out there, you may be wondering which type works best for your lifestyle right now. Whether it be college or starting your career, it’s important to […]
Read More »Birth control options for women in their 30s
So you’ve hit your 30s, and depending on where you are in life, you may be looking for a variety of different qualities in your birth control. If you are in-between having kids, you may be looking for contraception momentarily. However, if you have already been there, done that, you may be looking for something […]
Read More »Zika Virus and Planning Pregnancy
If you are planning on getting pregnant in the near future, it’s important to know how to protect you and your baby from the Zika virus. The Zika virus is typically spread through the bite of an infected mosquito and can cause minor symptoms. However, the real concern arises when a woman who is pregnant contracts […]
Read More »Classes and Resources for First Time Dads in Dallas
Becoming a first-time dad can conjure every emotion – from unbridled to joy to understandable nervousness. Mom may be doing the heavy lifting for a while, but it’s a good idea to prep yourself for your growing family. Whether you have a few baby-wrangling skills on hand or if you’ve never held a newborn, the Dallas […]
Read More »Top 5 “Mommy and Me” Fitness Classes in Dallas
1. Oh Baby! Fitness Oh Baby! Fitness offers a variety of programs and is a partner of Texas Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas. Liza ter Kuile, Fitness Operator and instructor for Oh Baby! Fitness in Dallas, has always had a passion for health. After experiencing postpartum depression with all three of her children, Liza was inspired to […]
Read More »ThermiVA for Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is something lots of women fear every time they feel a sneeze coming on, cough or laugh. Incontinence also affects women while exercising or while performing any activity that involves jumping or bouncing. Surprisingly, women of all ages can experience incontinence. However, for most women, this normally happens post-pregnancy or during menopause. Incontinence […]
Read More »ThermiVA For Post Pregnancy
Vaginal Tightening After Giving Birth Women’s bodies go through one of the greatest transformations during pregnancy and delivery. Almost everything changes both physically and emotionally. Women have to go through watching their hips widen, feet grow larger, getting bigger breasts, and having stretched skin. During vaginal birth, some women have a more difficult delivery based […]
Read More »Puberty & Your Daughter
Puberty is triggered by a small gland at the bottom of your brain called the pituitary gland. As this gland begins releasing hormones, your daughter will start seeing many changes in her body: both physically and emotionally. Puberty typically occurs between the ages of 9 – 14, although this can vary depending on weight, health, […]
Read More »What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Delivery
Expecting mothers often blame their sudden forgetfulness on “pregnancy brain.” Whether or not this is a real thing, pregnant women have a lot on their minds, especially given all of the changes happening both physically and emotionally. With this in mind, we have put together a go- to checklist of what to pack in your […]
Read More »How PCOS Affects Women
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder in which a woman’s hormones are out of balance. Women who suffer from this disorder grow many small cysts on their ovaries causing an imbalance of hormones in the body. These imbalances have a large effect on a woman’s body, from fertility issues and irregular periods, to unwanted […]
Read More »What is Vaginal Rejuvenation?
For years, women have turned to the energy-based treatments offered by ThermiAesthetics to tighten skin, smooth wrinkles, and generally reduce the signs of aging. However, decisions about our appearance tend to be personal ones and none more so than the decision to pursue vaginal rejuvenation. We know that like so many other treatments, vaginal rejuvenation […]
Read More »What Emotions to Expect During Menopause
If you find yourself on an emotional roller coaster, crying at the drop of a hat, overreacting to almost everything, and feeling like your world is spinning out of control as you experience unexpected highs followed by equally surprising lows — you are not alone. Unless you have had a hysterectomy, you can expect to […]
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Read More »Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer: How to Stay Connected to Your Baby
A cancer diagnosis is a devastating blow for any woman, but for new mothers, the implications can be even more heartbreaking. While it’s widely accepted that breastfeeding provides babies with a number of essential health benefits, it’s also an opportunity for mother and child to establish a long lasting bond. Thankfully, an inability to […]
Read More »Quitting smoking while pregnant? Here are our best tips.
According to the American Pregnancy Association, 12 to 20 percent of pregnant women are smokers. Besides endangering her own health, a mom-to-be who still smokes also puts her baby’s health at risk. Tragically, more than 1,000 babies born in the United States die each year because their mothers smoked during pregnancy. Pregnant women who quit […]
Read More »What Can Your Urine Tell You About Your Gynecological Health?
There’s nothing we love more than peeing into a cup. Just kidding – urine testing is never fun or completely comfortable. But your urine is one of the best indicators of your gynecological health out there. And, all things considered, the mild (and mostly psychological) discomfort of a urine test is nothing compared to the […]
Read More »Weighing the Pros and Cons of Wine Consumption during Pregnancy
Pregnancy comes with some definite rules on things to avoid – like certain types of seafood and heavy lifting – but the rules regarding wine aren’t quite as clear. Is it okay to enjoy an occasional glass, or should you stay away from it altogether? Research studies have produced results that support both sides of the […]
Read More »Beauty Myths for Pregnant Women
Having a baby is a beautiful thing that should never make you feel unpretty. As your baby belly grows, so does the list of things that are (supposedly) harmful to you and baby: pedicures, warm baths, and certain foods are just a few. If you aren’t sure how a relaxing pedicure after a long, exhausting day could […]
Read More »The First Trimester Pregnancy Guide: Questions, Concerns, and the Things the Internet Forgot to Tell You
Congratulations! You’re having a baby, and that’s a pretty big deal. Already, you may be stocking up on pregnancy knowledge from books and the internet and it can be a little overwhelming. Some sources may contradict each other on the amount of exercise you are allowed to do, and then there’s the debate on whether […]
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