Sometimes I think the whole concept that women are better multitaskers than men has its caveats. With everything we’re juggling 24/7, most of us have forgotten to grab our keys,…
So You Want to Go Off the Birth Control Pill?
Choices. We all have choices to make every minute of every day. Whether or not to take birth control is one choice all women are faced with, and the reasons…
Sexual Trauma: An Open, Honest Conversation With Dr. Heather Irobunda
There is not enough support for those of you who have experienced sexual trauma. Nothing about what happened to you is okay. The mental, physical, and emotional pain is real…
4 Things to Know About Permanent Sterilization If You Think You’re Done Having Children
I can’t be alone in this truth. Is it me or does deciding on what to eat or where to go for dinner sometimes seem like one of life’s most…
What To Expect: Your First Prenatal Visit And Prenatal Care
There are two things I can say in honesty I didn’t necessarily expect about having a career in Obstetrics, Gynecology and prenatal care. First and foremost, nothing surprises me anymore…
STDS During Pregnancy: Here’s What You Need To Know
I have seen it happen to my patients who are pregnant at any number of points along their pregnancy journey. Sometimes it’s a fleeting moment of realization, other times it…
Real Talk: What’s the Difference Between PMS and PMDD?
The cramps are legit. The menstrual migraines can knock me out for hours, if not an entire day. But there is one symptom of PMS I never ever can deny:…
Everything You Need to Know About Painfully Peeing Razor Blades
It’s like peeing razor blades. Every five minutes. And getting a few drops every single time. You know what I’m talking about. There are plenty of reasons why it’s painful…
Health Concerns from an OB-GYN in the LGBTQIA+, Part Two
As mentioned in my previous article,eople with internal and/external reproductive organs that are associated with the female sex but do not identify as a cisgender female have been found…
Health Concerns from an OB-GYN in the LGBTQIA+
So, I’m not going to lie. I have been wanting to write this article for a while but have been struggling. However, in honor of pride month and my first…