With New Year’s Day fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about how different your life could be if you changed some of the things that you currently do. You don’t need to wait until January 1st to take action, however. You can start planning your transformation today. That way,…
With the holiday season fast approaching, women may find themselves busier than usual. That’s why we cannot emphasize the idea of self-care enough. Too many women put their needs last and it can have disastrous results. Before you cancel your appointment with OBGYN High Desert because you simply can’t squeeze…
Prematurity Awareness Month takes place each year in November. The annual initiative was created to raise awareness about the causes of prematurity and the needs of premature babies. As a woman who wants to grow her family, it’s important to know everything there is about the subject so that you…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The annual initiative raises awareness about the prevention and treatment of the disease as well as celebrating its warriors. Businesses around the nation make donations in the name of breast cancer research while citizens march, fundraise, and show their support for women and men…
When you’re pregnant, your body’s needs change. You are no longer eating for one. Every substance you intake affects the life of your unborn child. That’s why it’s important to start developing healthy habits early in your first trimester. That way, you’ve got plenty of time for the changes to…
Now that you’ve confirmed your pregnancy and been given a due date to consider, what should you do to get ready for a baby? It varies depending on your physical, emotional, and financial needs. If this is your first pregnancy and you haven’t got a clue about what to do…
September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. The annual initiative celebrates the women who have fought ovarian cancer as well as raises awareness about the disease and how to prevent it. OBGYN High Desert provides gynecological services for women of all ages. Having regular screenings and check-ups help detect, treat,…
Now that you’re pregnant, there are things you’ll want to do to prepare your mind and body for baby. From choosing a name for your little one to making sure that you haven’t gained too much weight, considerations need to be made. You’ll spend a great deal of time consulting…
The heat of the summer can take its toll on any woman, especially if they’re pregnant. If you’re planning on spending any length of time outdoors during the hottest months of the year, there are some things you’ll want to do to protect yourself. Putting you and your baby’s needs…
World Hepatitis Day takes place on July 28, 2018. The annual initiative is meant to raise awareness and discuss the prevention of hepatitis, a liver infection that can be classified as A, B or C. Hepatitis is spread by drug usage through the sharing of dirty needles, alcohol use, and…
Cord Blood Awareness Month takes place in July. The annual initiative explores the importance of preserving cord blood which is vital for healing people with leukemia, lymphoma, and other life-threatening diseases. If you’re pregnant and weren’t aware that the Newborn Umbilical Cord Initiative Act was passed in March 2007, you’re…
There are many fears that come with pregnancy and delivering a baby. They’re not without merit, which is why we’re addressing them today in the blog. Knowing the facts about what takes place during the laboring process is key because it eases your mind about the things that will happen…
