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Reproductive health information, explained clearly

Questions about your health don’t always come up during an appointment. They show up later—when something feels off, when you’re weighing a decision or when you just want to understand what’s normal.

The WHA blog is here for that in-between space. You’ll find articles written and reviewed by our clinicians, covering gynecology, pregnancy and overall health. The goal is simple: give you information that’s accurate, understandable and actually useful.

While helpful, these articles are not a substitute for medical care from a licensed professional. Read our medical disclaimer and website terms of use.

 

Choosing a healthcare provider for pregnancy
WHA Staff Aug 13, 2024

Choosing a healthcare provider for pregnancy

From the very beginning, building a family comes with many options and decisions. Whether it’s when to start trying to get pregnant, how to announce the news or which baby name will guarantee your child’s future success and happiness, a decision that often gets overlooked is choosing an obstetric care provider. Whether you’re considering a…
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Your guide to routine prenatal care and testing: what to expect
WHA Staff Aug 1, 2024

Your guide to routine prenatal care and testing: what to expect

For those who have been planning a pregnancy and trying to conceive, that first positive pregnancy test can bring joy, as well as some anxiety. Questions and unsolicited advice start the moment you find out you’re pregnant. You’ll gain confidence in your parenting skills and decision-making over time–and, hopefully, a circle of people who will…
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Tips to help with postpartum insomnia
Bobbi Coiner, MA, LPC, PMH-C Jun 18, 2024

Tips to help with postpartum insomnia

Feeling exhausted is a part of pregnancy that often starts before you even take a test. That heavy-in-your-bones, eyes-half-mast feeling persists through the first trimester, usually takes a break during the second, and then comes back full force during the final weeks. But by that point, exhaustion can be eclipsed by insomnia—usually because of a…
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Pregnancy diet do's and don'ts: the reality behind pregnancy food restrictions
WHA Staff Mar 25, 2024

Pregnancy diet do's and don'ts: the reality behind pregnancy food restrictions

If you’ve just announced to family and friends that you’re expecting, you have probably already received enough advice to last a lifetime—and commentary on what you are or are not eating. So many pregnancy food rules have been over-generalized and under-contextualized that it can make the whole process of being pregnant feel like living under…
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What to expect from your first weeks of breastfeeding
Jody M. Lindwall, CNM, MSN Mar 5, 2024

What to expect from your first weeks of breastfeeding

Breastfeeding feels like it should be a natural harmony between baby and parent—with bodies perfectly designed for this very thing. Anyone who’s been through it, though, can tell you otherwise, likely while rocking a crying newborn and massaging sore breasts and chapped nipples. Why is breastfeeding often so hard? Because it is a learned skill,…
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Understanding the causes of miscarriage and coping with pregnancy loss
Michelle Monnie, MD Feb 12, 2024

Understanding the causes of miscarriage and coping with pregnancy loss

Though miscarriages are a common part of the pregnancy journey, the grief they cause is often carried alone. Those who’ve experienced pregnancy loss may feel too guilt-ridden and downhearted to share their experience with others, even though they’ve done nothing to cause it. Know that coping is complicated; the effects are felt physically and emotionally…
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How to recognize postpartum depression symptoms and get help
Monica Manewal, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C, CADC II Feb 10, 2024

How to recognize postpartum depression symptoms and get help

Much of the reported data on postpartum depression focuses on cisgender women who identify as “moms”–but we recognize that not all postpartum parents fit into that category. It’s only quite recently that postpartum depression is more frequently part of the pregnancy conversation, after so many generations of the condition existing largely in secret. Still, it…
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How to choose a support person for your birth
WHA Staff Oct 11, 2023

How to choose a support person for your birth

As your baby’s due date draws nearer, most birthing people begin to think about who they want in the room during their labor, which may last for many hours with varying circumstances.  While your doctor or midwife will be present for the actual birth, if you’re giving birth in a hospital, your labor and delivery…
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Have trouble conceiving? Possible causes & steps to diagnose
WHA Staff Apr 24, 2023

Have trouble conceiving? Possible causes & steps to diagnose

As many as one in five couples in the United States are affected by infertility, which is generally defined as the failure to conceive after 12 months of regular, unprotected sex when the gestational parent is under age 35, and after six months for those age 35 and older. For most, the chance of getting…
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Information you can come back to

There’s no single starting point when it comes to women’s health. Some people are looking for answers about a symptom. Others are preparing for a visit, or trying to make sense of a diagnosis.

Our blog brings together perspectives from WHA providers to help you sort through those moments. The content is grounded in clinical experience, but written for real life—so it’s easier to connect what you’re reading to what you’re feeling.

By exploring our blog, you can:

  • Get a clearer understanding of symptoms and conditions
  • Learn what your options may look like
  • Find information that reflects different life stages
  • Feel more prepared going into a visit

Whether you’re here with a specific question or just trying to get oriented, this is a place to start.

FAQs

What topics are covered in the WHA blog?

You’ll find articles on gynecology, pregnancy, postpartum care, reproductive health and general wellness, all developed with input from WHA providers.

Is this medical advice?

No. This content is for general education and isn’t a substitute for care from your provider.

Who writes the articles?

Content is created in collaboration with WHA clinicians and reflects their experience caring for patients across different stages of life.

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