Is flying during pregnancy safe?

Is flying during pregnancy safe?

This is a very common question I get from patients. For most patients, the answer is yes. ⁣ 🤰🏻 In the absence of obstetric or medical complications, ACOG (the Ob/Gyn society) recommends that pregnant women observe the same general precautions for air travel as the...
Should you keep exercising while pregnant⁣?

Should you keep exercising while pregnant⁣?

I get this question all the time from patients who are trying to conceive or pregnant.⁣⁣ The short answer is: Yes, in moderation!⁣⁣ 🔷 Long answer: In pregnancy, physical activity is safe and beneficial for most women, though you will find that some modification of...
What is a preconception visit and who should get one?

What is a preconception visit and who should get one?

👨🏼‍⚕️ A preconception visit is a term used to refer to a visit where a physician reviews a patient’s medical history and does an exam with the goal of optimizing a woman’s health and chances of a good pregnancy outcome.⁣ 👩🏽‍⚕️ Most doctors use this visit to help...
What are ovulation predictor kits, and should I use them?

What are ovulation predictor kits, and should I use them?

🔵Ovulation predictor kits are commercially available at-home tests that can detect your LH (luteinizing hormone) surge, which happens about 36 hours prior to ovulation.⁣ 🔵The kits work by measuring your urine concentration of LH, which can be detected about 12 hours...
How common is infertility?

How common is infertility?

Many think that infertility is rare and only happens to older women, but infertility can affect ANYONE!⁣ 🔵1 out of 8 couples will have difficulty getting or staying pregnant.⁣ 🔵This number may seem high, likely because there are a lot of stigmas associated with the...