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Obstetricians are sometimes called OB doctors. These doctors work to ensure that pregnant women get the care they need throughout their pregnancies, including during labor and delivery. OB doctors can help first-time mothers and mothers who have already had children. Every woman needs prenatal care, especially those with high-risk pregnancies. Here are some OB services that obstetricians can provide: 1. Nutritional Counseling During pregnancy, the fetus continues to grow inside its mother's body. [Read More]

Exercising regularly comes with a lot of advantages, from maintaining a healthy weight to increasing energy levels. While working out alone is fine for some people, others may need professional assistance. It is important to know when you should work with a personal trainer. Here are a few signs you need to hire a personal trainer. You Are New to Exercising If you have worked out very infrequently throughout your life, starting a new workout routine can be overwhelming. [Read More]

There are two main abortion procedures available in the United States today: surgical abortions and medical abortions. While both work well to terminate pregnancies, these two abortion types differ greatly and each has its unique advantages and disadvantages.  Read on to learn more about medical abortions, including how they work, their advantages, and more.  How Medical Abortions Work Medical abortions can be performed until the 10th week of pregnancy. This abortion type starts with a trip to a medical professional who typically first examines a patient to confirm that she is pregnant, then prescribes her two pills that work together to terminate her pregnancy. [Read More]

Kids get sick sometimes. And sometimes, they become injured. However, not every illness or injury requires a doctor's direct care. A mild cold can usually be treated at home with an NSAID and fluids. A skinned knee just needs some antibiotic ointment and a Band-Aid. However, it is important to know when your child does need medical attention. Here are some key times you really should take your child to the pediatrician. [Read More]