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"Pregnancy with a prior preterm birth" - with Dr. Simi Gupta Nov 28, 2022

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Dr. Nathan Fox talks with Dr. Simi Gupta today to talk about a common high-risk birth situation, giving birth after having previously having a preterm birth event. The risks are higher for another preterm delivery but not guaranteed. There are a lot of possible outcomes, risk factors, and reasons to deliver early a second or third time, and our doctors are here to make sure both mother and baby stay healthy and enounter the fewest complications possible during their care.

“PPROM: Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes” – with Dr. Shari Gelber Nov 21, 2022

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Dr. Shari Gelber returns to Healthful Woman to explain PPROM, or preterm premature rupture of membranes, meaning that the water breaks early. PPROM occurs in just 2-3% of pregnancies but can cause complications including premature birth or infection. Dr. Gelber explains causes for PPROM and more.

"Diagnosis and management of preterm labor" - with Dr. Jessica Spiegelman Nov 14, 2022

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Pre-term labor, which is defined by experiencing contractions with a change in cervix dilation, occurs during more pregnancies than people might think. Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Jessica Spiegelman explain the difference between this and preterm contractions, and why in most cases, it either stops on its own or results in a normal full-term delivery. In some situations though, there are simple protocols they're able to perform to help reduce the risk of complications.

"Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery: Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy" - with Dr. Farnaaz Kia Nov 07, 2022

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Today we introduce Dr. Farnaaz Kia, who describes what it's like to train and undergo laparoscopic or minimally invasive procedures as opposed to traditional open surgery when necessary. These new techniques allow patients to experience the same quality care with much smaller incisions and less downtime than traditional open surgery techniques, whether you're anticipating a C-Section or other surgery, like a hysterectomy.

"Postpartum Anxiety And Making Change" – with Dr. Deena Blanchard Oct 31, 2022

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Dr. Deena Blanchard shares her story on postpartum anxiety. A pediatrician, Dr. Blanchard shares her story to show that postpartum anxiety “can happen to anyone” and that “there’s no shame in having a postpartum mood disorder.”

Headaches In Pregnancy - With Dr. Naomi Feuer Oct 24, 2022

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Joining us for the first time is Dr. Naomi Feuer, a neurologist who practices just a few blocks from MFMA. She sees many patients, both pregnant and not, for sudden onset headaches and migraines, helping find an accurate treatment plan, even if that means simply waiting to deliver to relieve headache pain or secondary symptoms like carpal tunnel. The vast majority of patients get positive results from the imaging and other tests she performs, and in the rare case it's a more serious condition, you're in good hands with a neurologist.

Adenomyosis - With Dr. Michael Silverstein Oct 17, 2022

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Just a few letters differentiate the conditions of endometriosis and adenomyosis, and the conditions share several characteristics. However, diagnosis and treatment of the two disorders should be clearly delineated. Talking with Dr. Michael Silverstein, Dr. Nathan Fox facilitates a discussion on what separates these disorders and how women can know if they should ask their gynecologist about it.

"Endometriosis" - with Dr. Michael Silverstein Oct 10, 2022

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With the blur of all the "-osis" "-eosis" and other terms surrounding pregnancy complications and the many overlapping symptoms women might experience on a monthly basis, it can be hard to know when you have an issue that might make having a baby more difficult and, more specifically, what that issue actually is. Today Dr. Michael Silverstein, a gynecologist at MFM, joins us to talk about everything endometriosis, from symptoms to diagnosis to prognosis.

“All About Home Birth, Part 2” - with Midwives Lauren Abrams and Susanrachel Condon Oct 03, 2022

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We get more practical with today's episode featuring Lauren and Susanrachel, two midwives with different experiences with home births. Home births represent less than 2% of all births in the US, but the rate is rapidly increasing despite its low percentage. There are some basic criteria that would rule out some people for having a home birth, such as needing consistent running water, electricity, and being generally healthy - no person who is high-risk should plan on having a home birth. They share how to find the best midwives for people interested in home births to ensure quality care, as well as what to expect differently during a hospital birth experience.

"Jewish Fast Days: Can Pregnant Women Try To Fast" - with Dr. Stephanie Melka Sep 29, 2022

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Dr. Melka and Dr. Fox discuss whether it’s safe for pregnant women to fast, particularly with regards to Jewish fast days. On fast days, observers do not eat or drink for up to 25 hours, depending on the holiday. Dr. Fox and Dr. Melka explain when it is and isn’t safe for pregnant women to fast and how they advise their Jewish patients.

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