Ask a Midwife is a new blog series from Adriatica Women’s Health. Hear directly from midwives on topics like reducing c-section risk, considering a VBAC, pregnancy in a pandemic, and more. This conversation is with Courtney Watson, a Certified Nurse Midwife who is on a mission to empower women to make positive healthcare decisions. Stephanie: … Continued
Cervical cancer was once one of the most leading causes of death in women but advances in screenings and the development of an HPV vaccine have led to a drop in deaths and cases over the last decade. In fact, The World Health Organization recently announced a commitment to reduce 40 percent of cervical cancer … Continued
Bringing your bundle of joy home from the hospital is a life-changing event for new parents. And while this new chapter is a joyous one, there can be emotional and physical challenges that require an adjustment. For new mothers the transition from pregnancy to postpartum can bring about many changes and questions. At Adriatica Women’s … Continued
The news of a high risk pregnancy can understandably create concern for expecting mothers and bring about lots of questions. Luckily the staff at Adriatica Women’s Health provides expert obstetric care for all types of pregnancies and we are committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of your baby. A high-risk pregnancy defines a wide … Continued
Did you know that every woman has four phases during her menstrual cycle? Tracking these phases are not only important for monitoring your reproductive health but can also help maximize your productivity, fertility and energy. Thanks to the rise in popular tracking apps such as Flo and Clue, women now have several options for easy … Continued
Nurse midwives play a vital role in pregnancy and labor at Adriatica Women’s Health. Our collaboration with midwives is part of our commitment to top-quality obstetric care that provides women with an extra layer of support during this exciting chapter in their lives. Studies show that nurse midwives help create healthy outcomes for babies and … Continued
Did you know that your baby’s umbilical cord contains powerful biological material that can save lives? In honor of Cord Blood Awareness month we are spotlighting the benefits of your umbilical cord blood and options for storage or donating to aid medical research. What is cord blood? Cord blood contains a high concentration of powerful … Continued
Updated: June 12, 2020 At Adriatica Women’s Health, the health and well-being of our patients, staff, associates, and communities are our top priority. We understand the concern and uncertainty you may be experiencing surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19). The current pandemic is unprecedented in our lifetime. We are committed to being responsive to the needs of … Continued
If you’re talking to your doctor about becoming pregnant, he or she will most likely ask if you’re taking pregnancy supplements or if you’d like a prescription for one. Pregnancy supplements, also known as prenatal vitamins, are specially formulated to support you and your growing baby. How do pregnancy supplements work? While it’s important to … Continued
Pregnancy is a unique time in a woman’s life that is often full of joy, happiness… and discomfort. In fact, it’s normal for women to experience aches and pains during each trimester. It’s important to keep in mind that each pregnancy is unique and symptoms that occur during one pregnancy may not occur in another. … Continued