Your Third Trimester in Pregnancy

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Content provided by: Virginia Women’s Center Congratulations on your pregnancy! Whether you’re a first-time mother-to-be or experienced in pregnancy, our team at Virginia Women’s Center will be with you every step of the way. We believe that children are among life’s greatest blessings and it is a privilege to help bring them into your family. […]

Your First Trimester in Pregnancy

Virginia Women's Center

Congratulations on your pregnancy! Whether you’re a first-time mother-to-be or experienced in pregnancy, our team at Virginia Women’s Center will be with you every step of the way. We believe that children are among life’s greatest blessings and it is a privilege to help bring them into your family. Each pregnancy and birth is just […]

Infertility: Causes and When to See Your OB-GYN

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While there is only one week a year dedicated to infertility awareness, for those who are struggling to get pregnant, it can be a daily battle. Infertility is a medical condition that affects more than six million people in the United States. While it is not always talked about, about 10 percent of couples experience […]

Travel During Pregnancy

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For many of us, the holiday season may include a trip to visit family or friends. If you’re pregnant, here are some tips to help you have a safe and enjoyable vacation: General travel tips: It is always best to speak with your health care provider about your ability to travel. If you have certain […]

What a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Can Do For You

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We hear from women all the time about the special relationship they have with their nurse practitioner at Virginia Women’s Center. In honor of National Nurse Practitioner Week, November 11-17, we wanted to remind our patients that a nurse practitioner makes a great health care provider for many of your routine care needs–whether you are […]

What is Genetic Counseling? And Why You Should Care

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Genetics is the branch of science that deals with how traits are passed from parent to child through genes. Genetic counselors have an advanced degree in the field of genetics. Laurie Tams, the genetic counselor at Virginia Women’s Center, works with mothers and couples to explain the array of prenatal testing options available and helps […]