At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN‘s office full of anxiety. “They took my blood pressure, and it was through ...

My first gynecologist visit is a blur. I remember only that I went for the first time in the months before I started college and that I had no idea what to expect. I remember feeling anxious and ...

As states reopen, your OB/GYN will probably to open up to appointments. Here's what to expect this year from your gynecologist visit during coronavirus. The 1 Simple Activity You *Need* to Be Doing ...

A visit to the doctor can come with a lot of questions and anxiety—and that's even more true for a teen's first gynecology exam. But it doesn't have to be an intimidating experience! From knowing when ...

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At 38 years old, after a breakup, a move and a series of dating app experiences that served only to provide my comedian friend with material for an entire year of stand-up shows, I decided to pursue ...

"This was the first time I had ever shared that I might be ready to become a mother with someone outside my inner circle," the author writes. Like 60% of Americans, I avoid going to the doctor. I ...

Hi, Carolyn: Will you give me a Pap smear or a pep talk? I am dreading my yearly OB/GYN appointment. My doctor, while very personable, continues to care more about my weight than any other issues. I ...

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