Everything to Know About Using a Midwife vs. an OB/Gyn Expectant mothers are faced with a litany of choices concerning the health of themselves and their baby. One of the most crucial decisions is whether to choose care with a midwife, an OB/Gyn, or both to deliver your future child. There are benefits to [...]
There is a concerning amount of misinformation on the internet, but it’s impossible to speak directly to an OB/Gyn to answer every question. We’ve answered some of the most common questions we hear from patients to save you an appointment (or a Google search). To learn more about preventative care or pre-appointment preparation, keep [...]
Personal hygiene is essential for keeping every part of your body clean and healthy. Your health is dependent on many factors: nutrition and diet, physical activity, physical health, personal hygiene, and more. Staying healthy requires being kind to yourself and taking care of your body. At Connecticut Coastal OB/Gyn, your health is our number [...]
Nearly 1 in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect. Although not all birth defects are preventable, a woman can take steps to increase her chances of having a healthy baby. Taking a prenatal vitamin for example, ensures you’re getting the right amount of vitamins and nutrients before and during pregnancy— ultimately [...]
Common Side Effects of Hormonal Birth Control Pills Are you thinking of switching birth control or trying a new birth control method? Combination birth control pills, commonly known as “the pill” are a daily medication that contains 2 hormones (estrogen and progestin) to prevent pregnancy. Combination birth control pills are a highly effective way [...]
