Flu Shots & Pregnancy: What You Need to Know This Fall
Fall in North Carolina brings crisp mornings, pumpkin-filled porches, and the excitement of the holiday season. Unfortunately, it also signals the arrival of flu season. Between November and March, influenza cases peak, putting expectant mothers and their families at higher risk of illness. If you are pregnant during flu season, you may be wondering if … Continue reading Flu Shots & Pregnancy: What You Need to Know This Fall
Your Guide to Breast Health in Raleigh
Why Breast Health Matters Breast health is an important part of overall wellness for women of all ages. Whether you are scheduling your first mammogram, learning how to perform self-exams, or navigating changes in your body, understanding breast health can give you confidence and peace of mind. October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, … Continue reading Your Guide to Breast Health in Raleigh
Third Trimester Checklist: What to Prep Before Baby Arrives
You’ve made it to the home stretch! The third trimester, weeks 28 through delivery, is an exciting, emotional, and sometimes overwhelming. As your due date approaches, it’s common to feel like there’s a lot to do and not enough time. That’s where a third-trimester checklist can help. With some planning and preparation, you can enter … Continue reading Third Trimester Checklist: What to Prep Before Baby Arrives
What Are the Early Signs of Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is often called a “silent” disease; not because it lacks symptoms, but because those symptoms can be vague, subtle, and easy to dismiss. Many people don’t realize anything is wrong until the cancer has progressed to a later stage. That’s why understanding the early signs of ovarian cancer is so important. At Raleigh … Continue reading What Are the Early Signs of Ovarian Cancer?
How Stress Affects Women’s Hormonal Health
Everyone experiences stress at different points in life. While a certain amount of stress is normal and can even be helpful in small doses, chronic or high levels of stress can significantly damage the body. For women, one of the most sensitive systems affected by stress is the hormonal system. Hormones regulate many important functions, … Continue reading How Stress Affects Women’s Hormonal Health
Common Breastfeeding Challenges and How to Overcome Them
National Breastfeeding Month Breastfeeding is a natural and beautiful way to nourish your baby, but it can come with its own set of challenges. Many new mothers expect breastfeeding to be easy and instinctive, but the reality is that it often takes time, patience, and support to get it right. If you are a new … Continue reading Common Breastfeeding Challenges and How to Overcome Them
How Do I Know If I Have a Yeast Infection or Something Else?
It’s uncomfortable, it’s frustrating and it’s more common than you might think. Vaginal itching, unusual discharge, and irritation often lead people to assume they have a yeast infection, but that isn’t always the case. While a vaginal yeast infection is a frequent culprit, other conditions can cause similar symptoms and require different treatment. Knowing what … Continue reading How Do I Know If I Have a Yeast Infection or Something Else?
How Do I Know If I’m Ovulating?
If you’re trying to conceive or simply want to better understand your reproductive health, learning how to know if you are ovulating is an important step. Ovulation is a key part of your menstrual cycle. It’s when an egg is released from the ovary, travels through the fallopian tube, and is ready to be fertilized … Continue reading How Do I Know If I’m Ovulating?
Summer Birth Control Tips: What to Know Before You Travel
Summer is the season of sunshine, spontaneity, and travel. Your reproductive health should travel with you whether you’re heading to the beach, hopping on a plane for an international getaway, or road-tripping with friends. Amidst the fun and freedom, it’s important not to let your birth control routine take a back seat. At Raleigh OB/GYN, … Continue reading Summer Birth Control Tips: What to Know Before You Travel
Preventive Screenings Every Woman Needs
At Raleigh OB/GYN, we believe in the power of preventive care to safeguard your health and support your well-being through every stage of life. One of the most important aspects of preventive care is staying up to date with recommended health screenings. These screenings can help detect potential health issues early—when they are most treatable—and … Continue reading Preventive Screenings Every Woman Needs
