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Dear Patients, I am writing to inform you that I will be relocating with my family to Florida and my last day with Women’s Health Specialists will be Friday, March 3, 2023. I began my practice with Women’s Health Specialists in 2016 and it has been an honor and...
Becoming a new parent can be an exciting time, but it can also cause a lot of worries. When you find out your partner is pregnant, sometimes it requires big lifestyle changes. While you may not be the one having the baby, there are plenty of ways that you can be...
Here are some tips from us at Women’s Health Specialists: The big stressors that come from the holidays are money and time. The holidays can be especially expensive. Making a budget prior to any shopping can help ease the stress of spending too much. Yes, gifts are...
The new year brings with it another opportunity to make resolutions that last for a few weeks, or a few months but rarely resolutions that stand the test of time. That being said, this new year brings a new DECADE! So let’s make this easy; resolve to love yourself, take care of yourself and focus on you as a person.
“When we knew the twins were going to be born, all I could think about were the numerous complications that could occur, if they survived, which wasn't even a sure thing,” shared Dr. Amy Schmidt of Women’s Health Specialists when she learned her premature twins were...
The March of Dimes organization defines premature as "preterm labor is labor that starts too early, before 37 weeks of pregnancy." With November being Prematurity Awareness Month, we thought it would be helpful to share patient stories of their premature birth...
By Amy Schmidt, MD - Obstetrician/Gynecologist Exercise is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity...
Pregnancy, even a healthy one, can take a toll on your body and on your mind. Preparing for pregnancy and taking steps during pregnancy to help ease the journey can lead to a happy and healthy experience for both you and your partner. Here are some tips to help set...
I’m Pregnant, should I get a Flu shot? One of the most frequently asked questions that we get from expectant mothers during Flu season is how to best protect themselves and their babies from the Flu. All of our providers at Women’s Health Specialists follow the CDC...
When it comes to choosing a birth control method, it’s best to learn about the different options and choose one that fits your needs and lifestyle. “Some patients are concerned about finding an option that will cause the least weight gain, others are more concerned...