Rosh Maternal & Fetal Medicine: Women's Health Blog
When Should You See A Gynecologist For The First Time?
You might wonder when you should start seeing a gynecologist and why this milestone is important. The answer depends on...
What To Expect At Your First Gynecologist Appointment
Preparing for your first gynecologist appointment can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure what will happen. This visit is an...
TOLAC Vs. VBAC: What’s The Difference?
When planning your delivery after a previous cesarean, it’s common to hear about TOLAC and VBAC. These terms are often...
Is VBAC With Twins Possible? Understanding Your Option
For many parents expecting twins after a prior cesarean birth, the question arises: is a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)...
How To Naturally Induce Labor For VBAC
Preparing for a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) can be an exciting and empowering journey. Many expectant mothers look for...
Is There A Difference Between OBGYN And Gynecology?
Gynecologists and OBGYNs play significant roles in women’s health, but their areas of expertise differ significantly. Both specializations involve reproductive...
Tips For Choosing An OBGYN Who’s Right For You
Selecting the right OBGYN is an important decision that can impact your overall health and comfort. As your OBGYN will...
When Expertise Matters: The Vital Role Of OBGYN Specialists
Navigating health can be complex, especially when it comes to women’s health. From early reproductive years to post-menopausal stages, women...
What Age Is Considered High-Risk Pregnancy?
Pregnancy brings joy but also potential risks, particularly when factors like age come into play. Have you ever wondered “What...
Is It Safe To Have A VBAC After 3 C-Sections?
Considering a vaginal birth after cesarean section (VBAC) after three C-sections can be a journey filled with mixed emotions and...
How To Have A Successful VBAC: 15 Practical Tips
Welcoming a new life into the world after a previous cesarean can be both a hopeful and daunting prospect for...
Expecting Complications? When To See A High-Risk Pregnancy Doctor
Pregnancy is a journey filled with anticipation and joy, but for some, it may also come with complexities that necessitate...
Can You Have A VBAC After 2 C-Sections?
Can you have a VBAC after 2 C-sections? When considering the possibility of a vaginal birth after a cesarean section...
What Is Replacement Level Fertility?
Replacement level fertility is a term used in demography to refer to the average number of children each woman would...
Understanding Eye Twitching During Pregnancy
Experiencing eye twitching during pregnancy can be a peculiar yet common phenomenon for many expectant mothers. This involuntary spasm, known...
Treatments For Eye Twitching In Pregnant Women
Experiencing eye twitching during pregnancy can be both annoying and worrying. This involuntary spasm of the eyelid muscles, often referred...
Navigating Concerns: Understanding Bleeding At 12 Weeks Pregnant
Experiencing bleeding at 12 weeks pregnant can be alarming for expectant mothers. It's a critical time in your pregnancy, as...
Missed Period And Ovarian Cyst: Unraveling The Connection
Experiencing a missed period can be a source of anxiety and confusion for many women. While there are numerous reasons...
How To Boost Fertility In Your 30s
Navigating fertility in your 30s can seem daunting, but it is entirely possible to enhance your reproductive health with informed...
How Long Can A Cyst Delay Your Period?
Many women experience irregular menstrual cycles at some point in their lives, often wondering if an underlying condition might be...
How Hormones And The Menstrual Cycle Affect Your Mood
The interplay between menstrual cycle hormones mood is a complex and fascinating aspect of women's health. Hormonal fluctuations throughout the...
Empowering Parenthood: A Guide To Prenatal Education For Expectant Parents
The journey toward parenthood is one filled with anticipation, excitement, and, understandably, a fair share of questions. In this transformative...
Do You Need To Have A Pap Smear If You Are A Virgin?
Navigating the world of women's health can sometimes feel complex and filled with questions, especially for those who are navigating...
Are Fraternal Twins More Common?
In exploring the wonders of childbirth, one fascinating aspect that captivates many is the occurrence of twins. Specifically, how common...
How Does Advanced Ultrasound Technology Improved Patient Outcomes?
Advanced Ultrasound Technology When it comes to taking care of pregnancies that face higher risks, the use of advanced ultrasound...
Can You Drink Wine While Pregnant?
The Sobering Truth: The Impact of Alcohol on Pregnant Women and Their Unborn Babies Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: A...
Over The Counter Birth Control: Easier Access, but Right Choices?
Is over-the-counter BC the right form of contraception for you? Opill, a long-prescribed form of birth control, has made its...
New OBGYN MFM office in Williamsburg
Williamsburg Office We are thrilled to announce the opening of a new office for Rosh Maternal-Fetal-Medicine in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Dr....
New Great Neck Office for OBGYN Care
Rosh MFM is proud to announce the opening of its newest location in Great Neck, NY, specializing in high-risk pregnancy...
Choosing Between Fresh vs. Frozen Donor Eggs
When it comes to IVF (in vitro fertilization), you have a choice of fresh or frozen donor eggs. To make...
What Is The IVF Journey?
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a series of medical steps that help you conceive a child. Just under 50 million...
What Is Secondary Infertility?
Nothing can cause a more emotive response from a parent than something related to their children. The inability to have...
Picking a Fertility Clinic
Choosing a fertility clinic is an essential step when it comes to seeking fertility care, and you need to be...
How To Treat Ovarian Cysts
The ovaries are located in the lower abdomen on both sides of the uterus. Each woman is born with two...
Irregular Period Treatments
A menstrual cycle is considered to start from the first day of a period to the next. On average that...
What Causes Recurrent Miscarriages?
Recurrent miscarriages can be disheartening. Oftentimes, women are reluctant to discuss pregnancy loss even though it is more common than...
Should I Get An IUD?
IUDs are generally a very easy and convenient form of birth control for the majority of people. IUDs provide all...
What Happens During A Pap Smear?
A pap smear or pap test is a screening tool important that helps with early detection for abnormal cells and...
How Much Bleeding During Pregnancy Is Normal?
Contrary to how it may seem, bleeding during pregnancy is actually common. About 25% of pregnant women experience some form...
Can Fibroids Shrink On Their Own?
If you find yourself experiencing intense cramps, heavy periods, and frequent urination, you may be experiencing uterine fibroid symptoms. Many...
Can Endometriosis Delay Your Period?
What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition that causes the tissue lining inside of the uterus to grow outside of...
How Common Are Twins?
It’s very common to hear that twins ‘run in the family’. That is often true! Studies have shown that a...
What Can I Do About Ovarian Cysts?
Most women are born with two almond shaped ovaries on each side of her uterus. These ovaries are considered small...
Am I Having A Miscarriage?
Being able to tell what’s going on during the first trimester is not always simple. Miscarriage symptoms can be hard...
What To Do Before An OBGYN Appointment?
The average healthy woman should visit her gynecologist at least once a year. This is to keep up with all...
Getting Pregnant Over 35: Risks, Tips, and What to Expect
If you’re considering pregnancy after the age of 35, you’re in good company. Women hoping to get pregnant after the...
5 Do’s and Don’ts following a Cesarean Section (C-Section)
A cesarean delivery, otherwise known as a C-section, is a surgery used to deliver a baby. The procedure involves one...
Can You Get Pregnant With PCOS?
One of the most common hormone disorders and causes of female infertility among women is polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS....
10 Potential Signs of Infertility You Shouldn’t Ignore
Infertility Symptoms To Look Out For Having a family is a dream almost all women have. However, not all...
What Are The Diabetes and Pregnancy Risk Concerns?
To give some context to this article, it’s important to understand what gestational diabetes is. Gestational diabetes is a type...
5 Tips for Managing Your Weight During Pregnancy
Pregnancy isn’t only about managing a healthy weight but also ensuring that you and the baby receive the proper nutrients...
How to Instantly Improve Your Chances of Getting Pregnant
There are a lot of things that could make getting pregnant a little harder than it should be. Sometimes those...
Dr. Rachel Villanueva Inducted as NMA President
Rosh MFM is excited to announce that our very own Dr. Rachel Villanueva was inducted as President of the National...
Prenatal Care: When Should I Get Genetic Testing?
Our genetics influence a baby’s development. This could be the color of their hair or eyes, as well as the...
Should Pregnant Mothers Eat an Organic Diet?
It happened! You’re pregnant! Now, what do you do? What do you eat; what don’t you eat; what do you...
What You Need To Know About Your Baby’s Development
The first step in pregnancy is fertilization. This is the union of an egg and a sperm into a single...
Early Pregnancy Signs: How Do I Know If I’m Pregnant?
If you’re wondering whether or not you’re pregnant or would just like to do some preliminary research, you’ll be pleased...
Things You Need To Know About Postpartum Birth Control
When we think about birth control, we think about avoiding pregnancy before being able to plan a conception. We rarely...
The Treatment Survival Guide To Infertility
Infertility can be a daunting subject, and it’s often associated with women. However, infertility can affect both women and men....
The Critical Role Exercise Plays In Postpartum Health
When you become a new mom, the last thing on your mind is exercise. Late nights, feedings, mood swings, and...
The Best Pregnancy Advice You’re Not Taking
We always hear about what pregnancy should look like and the practices and pregnancy advice we should be considering. What...
Tips To Help You Manage Anxiety About Childbirth
Initially you were thrilled to see you got a positive result on your pregnancy test! But as time moves on...
FAQs About Morning Sickness
When it comes to pregnancy, women experience a variety of symptoms. Some women deal with the same and some with...
The Difference Between IBS, Endometriosis, and Painful Periods
Determining pain in your pelvic area can be very difficult to determine what’s causing a total discomfort. These pains can...
How To Take Control Of Your Stretch Marks During Pregnancy
Stretch marks during pregnancy are commonly known as striae distensae or striae gravidarum They come in various sizes, colors, and...
The Truth About Hysterectomies That Every Woman Should Know
Hysterectomies can be utilized in many ways for all kinds of reasons. A hysterectomy is an operation that removes a...
How To Identify Signs Of True Labor
This might be an odd question but what is labor? I mean, it is the definition of labor because the...
What To Do When Dealing With Ovarian Cysts
Maybe you’ve been diagnosed with ovarian cysts or maybe you’re dealing with a possibility that an ovarian cyst won’t go...
COVID-19 Vaccine Effects On Pregnancy
Pregnancy is undoubtedly one of the most anxious times in a woman’s life. The uncertainty surrounding motherhood can bring daily...
Tactics To Reduce Menopause Symptoms Naturally
Menopause is natural and unfortunately so are some of the menopause symptoms. Some women’s transition is easy but for some,...
How Stress Can Be Detrimental For Your Hormones
Feeling slightly stressed is pretty normal and can be managed easily. Having heightened levels for extended periods of time, however,...
Why You Should Care About Pelvic Pain
Pain in your lower stomach or abdomen can be anywhere between uncomfortable gas from dinner to debilitating cramps. The area...
Odd Ways Your Menstrual Cycle Changes You
Most women know when their period is on its way. Not by physical changes – although those happen commonly –...
Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility In Women?
Endometriosis. A condition that affects 11% of women in the United States. Mostly women in their 30s and 40s. A...
Tips For Traveling While Pregnant
Most pregnancies last about 10 months on average, and it’s not completely unusual to travel in that time. To think...
7 Common Reasons For Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
What is recurrent pregnancy loss? Recurrent pregnancy loss or recurrent miscarriages are considered three or more repeated miscarriages. For women...
Benefits Of Exercising While Pregnant: Momma Edition
You’re pregnant. Your body is not the body you used to recognize. Your ankles are swollen, you can’t sleep, you’re...
Prenatal Care: The Importance Of Prenatal Education
Prenatal care is relevant for all pregnancies, whether it be your first baby or third. Preparing for a healthy delivery...
10 Healthy Snacks for Pregnancy Cravings
When you first find out that you’re pregnant, there are probably a lot of questions running through your mind. Among...
Common Sources Of Abdominal Pain In Women
Lower abdominal pain in women normally refers to discomfort, cramping, and pain below the belly button. There are several potential...
Not Pregnant? 10 Reasons For Your Missed Period
No period? Sounds kind of nice. There is less worry, less planning, and you get a nice break from the...
5 Do’s and Dont’s During a High Risk Pregnancy
There is always a lot of concern amongst newly pregnant women as to whether or not their pregnancy is considered...
Screenings: Maintaining Health For Women At Every Age
When it comes to health, women have a lot more checkmarks to check off. They not only have to take...
Safety tips for a high-risk pregnancy
No woman wants to be told her pregnancy is high-risk but complications can occur. There’s always a chance for some...
Reproductive Health Issues That Need To Be Addressed In 2024
In 2024, discussing relevant and new topics on reproductive health issues is essential for sexual wellness. Being aware and educated...
The Benefits Of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is the action of feeding your baby breast milk directly from your breast. Also referred to as nursing. Breastfeeding...
Pro Tips For The Best Vaginal Health
The vagina has its own agenda, as you may have noticed. It could be your biggest hero, out there doing...
Can Fibroids Affect My Pregnancy?
Fibroids are small – normally benign – tumors that grow from the muscle tissue in the uterus. They can range...
What Causes Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease or PID is an infection that affects the female reproductive organs. This happens when a sexually transmitted...
Basic Tips To Help Prepare For Labor And Delivery
You’ve made a baby! That was the easy, exciting, and fun part! So, we got the baby-makin’ down but now...
What’s The Difference Between Obstetrics and Gynecology?
Many women refer to a general profession in reproduction and pregnancy as OB/GYN. Many people think OB/GYN and gynecology are...
Who Should Get A Pap Smear?
A pap smear, also referred to as a pap test or cervical smear is a test your OB/GYN uses to...
Advanced Maternal Age: All About Pregnancy at Age 35+
Women who get pregnant after the age of 35 are referred to as “advanced maternal age” pregnancies. Pregnancies at this...
Common Signs And Symptoms Of A Miscarriage
A pregnancy that ends on its own spontaneously within the first 20 weeks of pregnancy is considered a miscarriage. Miscarriage,...
Top Common Gynecological Issues For Women
Women go through a lot of changes during the course of their lives and it is through these changes that...
7 Tricks For Managing Heavy Periods
Getting your period every month is not always convenient, but it shouldn’t be a hassle. Unfortunately for some women, this...
Top 3 Myths About Ovarian Cysts
There can be a lot of misinformation out there that can result in confusion on what are the true effects...
4 Saftey Tips For Managing High-Risk Pregnancy
There aren’t many moments in life that can match up to the elation and happiness that pregnancy can bring to...
What To Expect With IUD Placement
For most intrauterine devices like IUDs, women have them inserted and placed by a healthcare provider. It’s a fairly easy...
Fibroids, What Are They?
Women who experience PMS may be experiencing more than what can be written-off as average period symptoms. Sometimes the most...
Why Prenatal Care Is Necessary
Help keep you and your baby healthy by scheduling prenatal care visits. These visits include medical check-ups and screenings that...
Top 5 Questions To Ask Your OB/GYN
Doctor’s appointments can always be awkward or be a cause for nervousness. Your first OB/GYN doctor or even a completely...
The Top Signs Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a health problem that affects one in ten women during her childbearing ages. Although...
5 Tips For A Healthy Pregnancy
Doctors talk a lot about the risks of pregnancy, which can be daunting and scary. It may be time for...
5 Reasons Why Your Periods Might Be Painful
Most women complain about menstrual pains. Some, a dull aching and constant annoyance and many others, a debilitating painful period...
Why Cervical Cancer Screening Is Important
There are already so many reasons to visit a doctor. Whether it be for check-ups, symptoms you’re experiencing, or just...
What Is A Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
A Maternal and Fetal Medicine Specialist, also known as a Perinatologist, may be referred to you if your pregnancy is...
Why You Should Ask Your OB GYN About Menopause Care
When should you ask about menopause care? Normally between the ages of 45 and 55 a woman will stop menstruating...
The Facts About Gynecological Ultrasound Exams
What are gynecological ultrasound exams used for? How do they work? And why is it an important tool for women’s...
Causes and Treatment for Recurrent Miscarriages
Treatment for recurrent miscarriages can be a difficult conversation to have, even among family and friends. Miscarriages are surprisingly frequent....
Common Causes for Abdominal Pain in Women
Abdominal pain in women is a fairly common condition. A condition that affects one of six women in their lifetime....
IUD Placement for Birth Control: All You Need To Know
An IUD for birth control, or intrauterine device, is a T-shaped plastic frame birth control device. It is placed into...
Annual Gynecologic Exam: Best Ways To Protect A Woman’s Health
Although the annual gynecologic exam recommendations continue to change over the years. 3 to 5 years for a pap smear...
Possible Causes of Pelvic Pain & Inflammation
There are many possible causes of pelvic pain and inflammation. Pelvic pain and inflammation are a condition that could be...
Understand High Risk Pregnancy
What are some high risk pregnancy factors? What does the term ‘high-risk pregnancy’ mean? Whether it’s your first or third...
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Excessive Bleeding During Your Period
Nearly every woman experiences monthly menstrual cycles during her childbearing years. For most women, their monthly period lasts about two...
When Do Ovarian Cysts Require Medical Attention?
Ovarian cysts are small sacs that form in your ovaries when an egg-producing follicle in an ovary doesn’t release an...
9 Tips for Surviving Pregnancy During the Summer in New York
You don’t have to be a meteorologist to know that this summer, like every summer in New York, is going...
Bleeding During Pregnancy: What’s Normal and What’s Not
Most expectant moms would agree that not having to deal with a regular menstrual cycle is one of the best...
Potential Signs of Ovarian Cancer You Should Never Ignore
One in 78 women gets ovarian cancer. The good news is that 90% of women have a five-year survival rate when...
Experts Explain What You Need to Know About Recurring Miscarriages
Losing a pregnancy to miscarriage is heartbreaking and more common than you likely realize. About 10 to 20 percent of...
Most common causes of pelvic pain
Nearly 15% of women have suffered ongoing pelvic pain at some point in their lives. It can be a normal part...
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