Life After Loss
The images from Kindsey and Lynn Niehues’ recent family photoshoot show all smiles and a loving family. It all looks effortless. About nine months ago, their newest addition, Justin, rounded out their family by making a big brother and sister out of 3-year-old Derek and 6-year-old Bridgette. But over the course of one year, the […]
4 Reasons Prenatal Care is Key to a Healthy Mom and Baby
If you were suddenly diagnosed with a serious illness or medical problem, you’d probably book the first appointment to seek out guidance and treatment from your healthcare provider, right? Pregnancy––though a temporary health condition––shouldn’t be any different. Finding maternity care and an OB/GYN doctor is even more important as the maternal mortality rate in the […]
Getting Ready for a “Birth Day”
When it comes to having a great birthing experience, all expectant parents have ideas of what that would entail. That’s why well before the Big Day arrives, it’s important to prepare by talking to your OB/GYN and the nursing staff about your preferences during labor and delivery. Remember, though, that no birthing request is binding […]
Pregnancy, the Flu Vaccine and You
By Dr. Stephanie Brazus Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN When you’re pregnant, getting the flu can cause serious problems, no matter how healthy you are. That’s why it’s so important to get a flu shot before October, when the flu season generally begins. Why is the flu so dangerous? When you’re pregnant, changes in your immune, […]