Health Resources & Links
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Birth Control
Natural Family Planning
Natural family planning is a form of birth control that is based on the timing of sex during a woman's menstrual cycle...
Birth Control Pills
Birth control pills (also called oral contraceptives or “the pill”) are used by millions of women in the United States to prevent pregnancy...
IUD
The intrauterine device (IUD) is a type of birth control. It is a small, plastic device that is inserted and left inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy.Barrier Methods
Barrier methods are some of the oldest and safest forms of contraception (birth control). These methods work by acting as barriers to keep the man's sperm from reaching the woman's egg...Permanent Birth Control
Sterilization is a permanent method of birth control and a very effective way to prevent pregnancy. It requires a woman or a man to have surgery...
Office Permanent Birth Control
Essure
Essure is a permanent birth control procedure that works with your body to create a natural barrier against pregnancy. This gentle procedure can be performed in a doctor's office in less than an hour...
Infertility
Evaluating Infertility
If you and your partner are trying to have a child and you have not gotten pregnant, you may want to have an infertility evaluation...
Treating Infertility
Infertility often can be treated. Lifestyle changes, medication, surgery, or assisted reproductive technologies may help...
Menopausal Needs
Menopause Explained
Menopause is the time in a woman's life when she stops having menstrual periods...The North American Menopause SocietY
The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) is the leading nonprofit scientific organization devoted to promoting women's health and quality of life through an understanding of menopause...
Obstetrics
Preconceptual counseling
Planning your pregnancy can help you make wise choices that will benefit both you and your baby...
Nutrition in Pregnancy
A balanced diet is a basic part of good health at all times in your life. During pregnancy, your diet is even more important...
Exercise and Pregnancy
Regular exercise builds bones and muscles, gives you energy, and keeps you healthy. It is just as important when you are pregnant...
Morning Sickness
Nausea and vomiting are common during pregnancy, especially during the first part of pregnancy. This is often called "morning sickness," although it can occur at any time of the day...
Your Pregnancy Labor and Postpartum Care
The best way to approach pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum period is to be informed...
Screening and Birth Defects
Screening tests can give information about a pregnant woman's risk of having a baby with certain birth defects or genetic conditions...
When to go to the Hospital
Although it is not possible to know exactly when labor will begin, you can be ready by knowing what to expect...
Pain relief options
Some women take classes to learn breathing and relaxation techniques to help cope with pain during childbirth. Others may find it helpful to use these techniques along with pain medications...
Surgery
Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy
In this type of hysterectomy, a doctor inserts a thin, lighted telescope-like instrument called a laparoscope and other small surgical instruments into the navel and abdomen through 3 to 4 tiny incisions...
Vaginal Hysterectomy
In a vaginal hysterectomy, the doctor uses a small incision inside the vagina to remove the uterus and other organs, as determined by your doctor. This incision is not visible externally...
Endometrial Ablation
Endometrial Ablation Patient Brochure
Endometrial ablation works well for many women who have heavy bleeding. Endometrial ablation may be a treatment option for a woman who does not wish to become pregnant...
GynEcare Thermochoice® Treatment
GYNECARE THERMACHOICE® is an effective, nonhormonal, permanent treatment for heavy periods. It involves a minimally invasive, 8-minute procedure that can be performed in your doctor’s office or in a hospital...
Novasure® Procedure
A quick, safe and simple one-time treatment with No Hormones and No Hysterectomy. NovaSure can treat excessive bleeding so that you can go on with your life...
Incontinence
Gynecare TVT™
GYNECARE TVT™ Tension-free Support for Incontinence is a 30-minute, minimally invasive, effective treatment for stress urinary incontinence...