What You Need to Know About the Rare Pregnancy Complication 33-Year-Old Influencer ‘Nurse Hailey’ Died From
Throughout the last year, Hailey Okula, known as “Nurse Hailey” on Instagram, kept fans posted on her infertility journey and excitement while getting ready to welcome her first child with her husband, firefighter Matthew Okula. But, instead of sharing happy news when their son was born last week, Matthew posted a shocking message on his 33-year-old wife’s Instagram […]
Postpartum Travel: When Can I Fly, Drive or Go Places?
There are several reasons why you might be thinking about traveling soon after birth. Maybe baby was born around the holidays and you’re hoping to keep up with family traditions. Or perhaps you’re simply excited to show baby all the places you love. Whatever the reason, if you’re looking to travel after birth, Sherry Ross, MD, […]
What Causes Diarrhea During Pregnancy?
Doctors break down what could be causing you to experience loose stools while pregnant—plus, what you can do about it. By now, you’re likely aware that pregnancy can cause a slew of changes in your body. Unfortunately, it can impact your bathroom habits too. But is diarrhea normal in early pregnancy or later on? While […]
How does hormone therapy affect cardiovascular health, insulin resistance?
Research presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society in Chicago has aimed to uncover the impact of hormone replacement therapy on various aspects of health. One study reports that extended use of some hormone therapies can improve markers of cardiovascular health at menopause. A large meta-analysis further found that hormone therapy can […]
Your hCG Levels by Week—and What They Might Mean
The presence of this hormone is what gives you a positive pregnancy test. But if your hCG levels are climbing or dipping, it may reveal even more about the health of your pregnancy. Pregnancy comes with a slew of new terms and lingo to learn. And given that you probably don’t have a background in […]
Is Fiber the New Protein?
It was hard to go on social media last year without yet another reminder that you need to eat more protein. Even snack foods now come with “added protein,” making it clear that this a nutrient you need in your life. But while protein is, and always has been, a crucial part of health, there’s another macronutrient of […]
Does Mucinex Help You Get Pregnant?
Trying to get pregnant can be quite the journey. While it’s quick and easy for some, for others it can take months or even years. If conceiving is taking longer than you’d like, it’s completely understandable if you’ve gone down the online rabbit hole to look for fertility tips that could raise the odds. Enter the Mucinex […]
‘Epigenetic memory’ may help explain why PCOS tends to run in families
Scientists may be one step closer to understanding why polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) tends to run in families. The new research, presented July 1 at the 41st Annual Meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology in Paris, suggests that “disruptions” in the way genes are turned on and off may increase the […]
New Global Guidelines for Pregnant Women With IBD Are Here
Clear advice on how best to manage pregnancy and Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis aims to clear up confusion on which meds are safe for expectant moms. For women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC), confusion over potential pregnancy complications is common, says Sherry Ross, M.D., a women’s health expert and OB/GYN at Providence Saint John’s […]
Early Labor Signs and Symptoms
Key Takeaways Differentiate Labor: True labor contractions are painful, regular and increase in intensity, unlike mild, irregular Braxton Hicks (false labor). Know When to Go: First-time mothers should follow the “5-1-1 Rule” (contractions lasting 1 minute, every 5 minutes, for 1 hour) before heading to the hospital. Prepare for Pain: Practice deep breathing and mind-body relaxation techniques to […]