Should I Start Fertility Treatments?
On the Healthful Woman podcast, Dr. Nathan Fox and Dr. Susan Lobel discuss the nuances of fertility treatments and the variations in treatment for different patients. Although there is no “right” time to visit a fertility specialist but there are a few guidelines you can follow to help you determine whether it’s the right time
Nutrition in Twin Pregnancies: Simple, yet Critical
Nutrition is a very simple yet important aspect of health when pregnant with twins. Making healthy food choices will help to give your babies what they need to develop, as well as help make sure that both you and the babies gain the proper amount of weight. In this blog, Dr. Nathan Fox, OBGYN, and
Breast Cancer Awareness: Genetic Testing Benefits
October is breast cancer awareness month, and our team at MFM would like to shed some light on the importance of genetic testing for BRCA gene mutations, and how individuals with these gene mutations can take powerful steps toward cancer prevention. What are BRCA Gene Variants? The two breast cancer gene (BRCA) mutations include BRCA1
I’m Pregnant, Now What?
So, you just found out you’re pregnant- congrats! After the initial excitement dies down, your next thought is probably along the lines of, “what next?” Board-certified OB/GYNs Dr. Fox and Dr. Melka discuss this topic to help make your first steps of pregnancy easier. Healthful Woman · “I’m Pregnant, Now What?” – with Dr. Stephanie Melka Call Your Obstetrician
Creating Awareness for Fragile X Syndrome
Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is not a common disorder, but it should gain more awareness because of the significant impact it has on those who have the mutation and those who carry it. In a news segment, “Behind the Mystery,” geneticist Dr. Tamar Goldwaser discussed the signs of FXS and the next steps if you
The 9th Month: Everything You Need to Know About the Last Few Weeks of Pregnancy
During your pregnancy journey, you will be seeing your doctor on a regular basis to ensure that everything is going smoothly. During a low-risk pregnancy, women will come into the office every month; at 28 weeks, they will be seen every other week. Then, around 36 weeks, pregnant women start to be seen weekly. Dr.
Birth Classes: What to Expect
Before labor and delivery, expectant parents have many questions. One way to feel prepared is to take a birth class. Dominque Weiss, owner and educator at Baby Zone NYC, was featured on an episode of Healthful Woman to talk about this option. You can listen to that episode on HelathfulWoman.com or continue reading to learn
Travel in Pregnancy: Tips from our OB/GYNs
Whether you are required to travel for work or considering a “babymoon” vacation, you probably have questions about traveling during pregnancy. On a recent episode of Healthful Woman, Dr. Caroline Friedman gave some helpful tips for patients. You can listen to that episode on your favorite podcast platform or continue reading to learn more. Healthful
What Cancer Screenings Can My Gynecologist Perform?
While nobody wants to think about the fact that they may be at high risk for cancer, or hear that they have been diagnosed with cancer, being proactive in the screening process is vital for a healthy you. Diagnosing cancer early gives patients a much better outlook for their treatment and generally better outcomes, which
