Expectant mothers have a lot of things to think about with the imminent arrival of their baby — safe sleep, childcare, names, and how they will choose to feed their child. Many mothers decide on breastfeeding as it creates a natural bond with their newborn child, helps protect their child from illness, and is the healthiest food for an infant’s developing gut.
Preparing for Breastfeeding While Pregnant
Jan 21, 2020 2:29:10 PM / by Voyage Healthcare Team posted in Women's Health
Pregnant? 3 Reasons Why You Need the TDaP Vaccine
Dec 4, 2019 9:12:59 AM / by Voyage Healthcare Team posted in Women's Health
Taking proper health precautions such as going to regular check-ups and receiving vaccines is part of any good preventative health regimen. Though taking these measures is even more important when you are pregnant in order to protect your baby.
Voyage Healthcare's Low Cesarean Rate & Benefits of Vaginal Birth
Nov 1, 2019 8:16:49 AM / by Jacinda Siberio, M.D. posted in Voyage Healthcare News, Women's Health
Voyage Healthcare is proud to have the lowest cesarean rate compared to all the other obstetric groups that deliver at Maple Grove Hospital. The overall rate of Cesarean delivery in the United States is 32%. Voyage Healthcare has a cesarean rate of 24.7%. That is 7.3% better than the national average. Our all-female OBGYN
Physicians want our patients to have the safest delivery for both mom and baby.
The Healthy Way to Wear High Heels
Oct 23, 2019 9:01:26 AM / by Voyage Healthcare Team posted in Health Tips, Women's Health
High heels can be the perfect accessory that pulls an outfit together for work, date night, or a special occasion. While they might look fantastic and give you that extra boost, we all know heels are not the healthiest (or most comfortable!) footwear for our feet.
September is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Month
Sep 11, 2019 7:01:09 AM / by Voyage Healthcare Team posted in Women's Health
Research shows that approximately 50% of women who have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome go undiagnosed. September marks PCOS Awareness Month, which aims to educate women and healthcare professionals about symptoms, causes, and how to manage the condition.