Meredith’s Story: Gitelman Syndrome, Coarctation of the Aorta, and an Unexpected Turn
This blog post is based on a Healthful Woman podcast episode in which Meredith, a mother in Ann Arbor, MI speaks with Dr. Fox about her pregnancy journey after being diagnosed with Gitelman syndrome, her child’s diagnosis of coarctation of the aorta, and more. Meredith’s Gitelman Syndrome Diagnosis Meredith was diagnosed with Gitelman syndrome, in
“Indicated Preterm Birth” – with Dr. Jennifer Lam-Rachlin
This blog post is based on a Healthful Woman Podcast episode during which Dr. Nathan Fox interviewed Dr. Jennifer Lam-Rachlin to discuss indicated preterm birth and when it may be necessary in our continuing mini-series on preterm birth. What is Indicated Preterm Birth? Preterm birth is defined as a delivery that takes place before the
“Cervical Length Screening” – with Dr. Simi Gupta
This blog post is based on a Healthful Woman Podcast episode during which Dr. Nathan Fox interviewed fellow board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist Dr. Simi Gupta to discuss cervical length screening. What is Cervical Length? Cervical length refers to the length of the cervix. Before pregnancy, the cervix is closed. During the last months of pregnancy, as the
What is TTTS?
Twin pregnancies can bring special challenges, especially when rare complications occur. One such rare (and serious) complication is called twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), which specifically impacts monochorionic twins, or twins that share a placenta. Being aware of this occurrence is important for women with twin pregnancies because it can guide their maternal care in unique
How Can An OB/GYN Help with Breastfeeding?
Looking for information on breastfeeding can lead you to providers that aren’t medical doctors. Although many experts out there can offer incredibly helpful advice and information on breastfeeding, there can be a noticeable gap in the expertise that physicians can offer. There are several reasons for this, but what’s important is that getting a perspective
A Sonographer’s Guide on What to Expect from Your Ultrasound
Whether you’ve had an ultrasound before or not, you likely have some anxiety going into your appointment. Ultrasounds can be a nerve-wracking time, especially in high-risk pregnancies, but knowing what to expect from your sonographer can help you feel more comfortable. At Carnegie Imaging for Women, our incredible team of sonographers can guide you through every step