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Nov 11, 2019
The Basics of Botox
Thinking about Botox? Who uses it and how does it work? Find out from specialist Eric Cerrati, MD.
Nov 07, 2019
If Mom Smokes Marijuana, Does the Baby Too?
Moms and moms-to-be want what’s best for their babies. To give them the best start in life they sacrifice their bodies—and their sleep—and give up a number of things. Sushi and alcohol are both on the list of things to avoid. So too, is marijuana.
Nov 05, 2019
When Do You Need a Hearing Aid?
If you are beginning to experience hearing loss, you may be wondering if you need hearing aids, and if so, when you should see a doctor to start the process.
Nov 04, 2019
How Does IVF Work?
IVF is most commonly used when a couple cannot conceive on their own. There are five main steps to in vitro fertilization including ovary stimulation, egg retrieval, sperm retrieval, egg fertilization, and embryo transfer. Learn more about the process.
Oct 30, 2019
What Is IPL & How Does it Beautify Skin?
What exactly is IPL?
Oct 28, 2019
Dress for Success on the Slopes
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Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat?
Nov 11, 2019
As a parent, you want to make sure your child is as safe as they can be when they're in a vehicle. But did you that the guidelines for car seats have changed several times over the past decade? Dr. Cindy Gellner explains the latest guidelines and how to keep your child safe in the car.
Play InterviewConstipation After Surgery Is Normal
Nov 7, 2019
It is common to have constipation after surgery, even if your surgeon didn't mention it during discharge. As high as 30 percent of women experience severe constipation in the days following the procedure. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones shares her strategies on how to prevent and treat post-surgery constipation.
Play InterviewHow to Survive Your Newborn’s Sleep Schedule
Oct 28, 2019
Newborns sleep on a schedule all their own—and it never fits with their parents' schedule. How long will your baby’s erratic sleep schedule last? When can a parent expect to get a full night’s rest again? Dr. Cindy Gellner has the answers to your questions.
Play InterviewHow to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, According to a Pediatrician
Oct 21, 2019
Teen pregnancy is something pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner sees far more often than you’d realize. What causes teens to get pregnant? Is it lack of parent involvement? Are kids too embarrassed to ask a parent about prevention? Learn the pediatrician's perspective on the causes of teen pregnancy and what parents can do to help prevent it.
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