Posts Tagged ‘Pregnancy’
Kalispell OBGYN Offers V-BACS
Dr. Jonas / Kalispell OBGYN Q: My first baby was born by Cesarean section. Is it safe to have my next child vaginally? A: That is a great question, and the answer is likely “yes.” Vaginal births after cesarean can be a wonderful option for most women. If you had your first baby by Cesarean…
Read MoreInfertility
By Alisha Pinkerton, PA-C | Kalispell OB/GYN Each year many couples try to conceive and most are successful within the first year; however, approximately 10 – 15% of couples will struggle with infertility. In order to fully understand infertility, it is important to understand the definition of infertility, when to be evaluated and what tests…
Read MoreKalispell OB/GYN offers V-Backs
A: That is a great question, and the answer is likely “yes.” Vaginal births after cesarean can be a wonderful option for most women. If you had your first baby by Cesarean section, you have two options for your next delivery. You may labor with the goal of having your baby vaginally. If you are…
Read MoreVACCINATION IN PREGNANCY
Dr. deHoop / Kalispell OB/GYN Q: I am 36 weeks pregnant and my doctor recommended that I get the flu vaccine as well as the vaccine for pertussis (Tdap). I remember the recommendation of the flu vaccine with my previous child, but not the Tdap. Why are these vaccines important in pregnancy? A: This…
Read MoreIs it safe for me to continue to exercise in pregnancy?
By Dr. Thomas deHoop / Kalispell OB/GYN Q: I am a runner in the first trimester of my pregnancy. Is it safe for me to continue to exercise in pregnancy or should I stop or significantly modify my activity until after I deliver? A: That is a great and often asked question. Now, more than…
Read MoreBest Nutrition while Pregnant
At Kalispell OB/GYN, we believe it’s important for women to take care of their health by being stewards of their own bodies, especially while pregnant. Dr. Lavin encourages all of his patients to eat healthy choices instead of the convenient, yet not so good, fast food options. Eating healthy means helping manage your pregnancy symptoms…
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