When Should I Wear Pads Instead of Tampons?
In a previous blog post, we talked about tampons. Now, let’s talk about pads. Whether you should wear pads or tampons is completely up to you, but there are times…
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Frequently Asked Questions About Endometrial Ablation
Endometrial ablation can be intimidating. Many women go into the procedure anxiously, despite our best efforts here at Eagle’s Landing OB/GYN to assure them that everything will be okay. Let’s…
Are Tampons Really Safe?
Whether tampons are safe or bad for you has been the subject of debates for decades. When used incorrectly, tampons can cause a deadly illness called Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).…
Your Period Does Not Have to Ruin Your Summer Fun
Summer is here and so is your period; this does not mean everything is ruined. You can still have a blast this summer while menstruating. You can even go on…
Let’s Debunk 6 Myths About Morning Sickness
Everyone has an opinion on morning sickness and a solution for it. The problem is, many of these things are myths. Morning sickness isn’t one-size-fits-all, nor does it have only…
Why Are Yeast Infections So Common in the Summer?
Nothing ruins your summer more than a yeast infection and, inevitably, these burning, itchy nuisances rear their ugly heads during warmer weather. Why is that? Let’s talk about yeast infections.…
Tips to Help You Control Urinary Incontinence at Night
Urinary incontinence is troubling no matter the time of day, but it is particularly upsetting at night because it disrupts your sleep. Nighttime urinary incontinence comes in two forms: adult…
Cervical Cancer Signs
The National Cancer Institute estimates there will be 13,800 new cases of cervical cancer in the United States this year. This accounts for 0.8 percent of new cancer cases. Tragically,…
What is the Best Birth Control for Me?
Before you select your birth control method, ask yourself some very important questions. How you choose to control pregnancy now can directly affect you later. Eagle’s Landing OB/GYN helps our…
What Is Considered an Irregular Period?
Irregular periods are confusing. What are the criteria to confirm that you’re having irregular periods and if you are, why are you having them? Should you be concerned that your…