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Your Pregnancy Matters

Self-serve birth control? The future of OTC contraceptives

Shivani Patel, M.D.

November 22, 2022

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Pregnancy during the holidays: Tips on traveling, eating, and houseguests

November 15, 2022

Acetaminophen is still safe in pregnancy, despite controversy

November 7, 2022

6 ways to embrace a more positive body image during and after pregnancy

October 11, 2022

Yes, pregnant patients still need their flu shot

October 4, 2022

Risk of anxiety, depression doubles in hospitalized pregnant patients

September 27, 2022

How early can home pregnancy tests show positive results?

Many home pregnancy tests are advanced enough to detect pregnancy several days before a missed period. Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D., discusses what women need to know before choosing a home pregnancy test.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

June 28, 2022

Your Pregnancy Matters

4 factors that can decrease breast milk supply – and how to replenish it

The amount of breast milk a woman produces after childbirth depends on a variety of factors. For example, stress and dehydration can decrease the milk supply. In this week’s blog, Shivani Patel, M.D., discusses four common lactation-reducing factors and how to fix them. Learn more.

Shivani Patel, M.D.

May 16, 2022

Your Pregnancy Matters

Which over-the-counter cold medications are safe during pregnancy?

During cold season, we get a lot of questions about what over-the-counter medications are safe to take during pregnancy. Dr. Horsager discusses which drugs are safe and which to skip.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

January 9, 2018

Your Pregnancy Matters

What happens if I get pregnant with an IUD?

Many women rely on intrauterine devices (IUDs) to prevent pregnancy. While the devices are highly effective, pregnancy can happen while using them. When it does, it’s important to seek the care of an Ob/Gyn for pregnancy evaluation and treatment that may reduce complications.

Robyn Horsager-Boehrer, M.D.

June 26, 2018

"Maternal complications resulting from severe hypertension during or after pregnancy are largely preventable. However, severe hypertension, particularly in the postpartum period, often goes unrecognized and untreated because women are not receiving the tools, education, or empowerment they need to monitor and maintain their health after going home with their baby."

Jamie Morgan, M.D. quoted from: Postpartum hypertension: When a new mom's blood pressure is too high

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Landmark cystic fibrosis clinical trial gives patients hope for healthy pregnancies

TRIKAFTA may give patients with cystic fibrosis hope for healthy pregnancies. Learn about the landmark clinical trial to analyze its safety from pregnancy through two years after delivery.