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Age-Related Fertility

March 10, 2018 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Nervous about your ticking biological clock while you are slaying your education/career goals? Reproductive endocrinology and infertility expert Dr. Natalie Crawford reveals all you need to know about fertility- and ways to get ahead in family planning and in managing reproductive freedom.

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March 10, 2018 /Beauty Refined MD
REI, reproductive health, pregnancy, fertility, infertility, motherhood, egg freezing, IVF, in vitro fertilization
Women's Health
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Fit Pregnancy Goals

January 20, 2018 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Pregnancy is a great time to work on making healthy lifestyle changes including healthy eating and a regular exercise routine.  Dr. Soma reviews how to keep up with your fit pregnancy goals. 

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January 20, 2018 /Beauty Refined MD
pregnancy, exercise, yoga, fitness
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Alcohol in Pregnancy

November 21, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

"Pour" decisions?  Our expert OB/GYN discusses drinking in pregnancy in today's post. 

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November 21, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
pregnancy, alcohol, drinking while pregnant, OB/GYN, obstetrician
Women's Health
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The Truth About Vaccines

November 06, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Flu season is upon us! Check out five truths (and no lies) about vaccines.  

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November 06, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
vaccines, childhood vaccines, pediatrics, CDC, autism, herd immunity
Women's Health
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Nutrition and Weight Gain in Pregnancy

October 18, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

How much weight gain is normal in pregnancy? How much coffee can I drink? Can I change my diet to prevent my baby from having food allergies?! -- These are just some of the KEY nutrition questions that our expert obstetrician/gynecologist answers today.

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October 18, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
nutrition, weight gain, pregnancy, foods to eat
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Pregnancy Concerns in a High-Tech World

September 14, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

We live in a very high-tech world.  Based on a reader's request, Dr. Soma discusses concerns regarding medical and non-medical (cellphones? laptops? microwaves?) radiation exposure during pregnancy, in today's post.  

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September 14, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
pregnancy, technology, radiation, obstetrician, gynecology, gynecologist
Women's Health
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Birth Control Update: IUDs

August 11, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Worried about forgetting to take your birth control pill everyday? An IUD may be right for you.  Dr. Soma reviews common misconceptions and options available in today's informative post!

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August 11, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
birth control, IUD, intrauterine device, mirena, skyla, kyleena, paraguard
Women's Health
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Birth Control Update

July 05, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

There are many ways to prevent pregnancy.  Our expert OB/GYN reviews the options, so that you can make an informed decision about what is best for you. 

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July 05, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
family planning, birth control, IUD, intrauterine device, long acting reversible contraceptives, LARCs, birth control pills, nuvaring, deep provera, condoms, rhythm method
Women's Health
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You're Having a Baby! Vaginal Delivery or Scheduled C-Section??

June 12, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Many career-driven women think about having a scheduled C-section when pregnant for a number of reasons, including the advantage of scheduled delivery timing (#typeApersonality, anyone?).  Our expert OB/GYN discusses the risks and benefits.  

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June 12, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
scheduled c-section, pregnancy, labor, vaginal delivery, delivery, labor and delivery, OBGYN, obstetrician, gynecology
Women's Health
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The Ins and Outs of Induction of Labor

May 13, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Our informed pregnancy series continues with Dr. Loriana Soma explaining the ins and outs of induction of labor (pun intended) - who, what, when, why, and how?

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May 13, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
pregnancy, induction of labor, elective c-section, labor, delivery, advanced maternal age
Women's Health
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Advanced Maternal Age

April 03, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

As many women are pursuing careers and other adventures in life before starting a family, many expectant mothers find themselves labeled “Advanced Maternal Age.” Dr. Soma explains what this means, and how it may affect your pregnancy.  

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April 03, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
AMA, advanced maternal age, pregnancy, preconception care
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Thinking About Baby?

March 03, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Thinking about baby? Dr. Loriana Soma, our expert OB/GYN reviews the importance of preconception care. 

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March 03, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
women's health, preconception care, pregnancy, OBGYN, obstetrician, gynecologist
Women's Health
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Fertility Concerns in Professional Women

January 30, 2017 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Many women are delaying pregnancy and childbirth these days as they strive to pursue a career or other life adventures. Awareness about the effect of age on fertility can help smart women make smart family planning decisions, and seek appropriate care when needed. 

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January 30, 2017 /Beauty Refined MD
obstetrician, gynecologist, OBGYN, infertility, fertility, reproductive health
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Do You Need a Pap Smear?

December 06, 2016 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

Believe it or not, most women don't know the new guidelines for pap smears and the annual gynecologic exam. Dr. Newman explains what we need to know.

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December 06, 2016 /Beauty Refined MD
gynecology, womens health, pap smears, annual exam
Women's Health
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Zika Virus and Reproductive Health

November 08, 2016 by Beauty Refined MD in Women's Health

All of your questions about the Zika Virus (including on reproductive health) answered on our blog today by obstetrician/gynecologist, Dr. Loriana Newman.  

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November 08, 2016 /Beauty Refined MD
zika virus, pregnancy, travel
Women's Health
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