Let's be honest: A trip to the obstetrician-gynecologist can come with its share of awkward moments. Whether we're too shy to tell our doctor what’s really on our minds or worried about whether ...

A visit to the doctor can come with a lot of questions and anxiety—and that's even more true for a teen's first gynecology exam. But it doesn't have to be an intimidating experience! From knowing when ...

However, telehealth can’t replace an in-person annual OB/GYN check-in, says Dr. DeFrancesco. A truly full annual exam requires more than a patient history and chatting through symptoms and problem ...

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This article was written by Sarah Klein and provided by our partners at Prevention. You may have thought that since you don't need a Pap test every year you're off the hook when it comes to regularly ...

As your child transitions to adulthood, one of the most important things you can do is to empower them with knowledge about their body and their reproductive health. And that begins with talking to ...

So, you’re a queer vagina owner and you’re finally going to your much-needed OB-GYN appointment (aka the one you’ve been putting off for months). For queer people, it can be intimidating, exhausting ...

At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN‘s office full of anxiety. “They took my blood pressure, and it was through ...

A teen’s first OB/GYN appointment is a crucial step for them –– and their parents. Here are some ways to prepare for the visit. Your teen's first OB/GYN appointment is a key step in making sure they ...