Let’s be frank: Your body has been through a lot. Childbirth is one of the most challenging – and rewarding—experiences in life. But after you embrace your bundle of joy for the first time, your own recovery begins. We want you to know what to expect for your recovery after birth and provide some important […]
You’ve heard of the “baby blues.” This may include crying spells, anxiety and insomnia for the first week or two after delivery. But don’t confuse the “baby blues” with postpartum depression. In actuality, there are many causes for depression and mood swings after childbirth. Some may be relatively mild and resolve, while other new moms […]
Almost all women are familiar with the symptoms of PMS, which causes cramps, bloating and tender breasts. However, an estimated 3 to 5 percent of menstruating women have PMDD, which is an often debilitating condition that you could think of as an extreme case of PMS. Learn the signs.
At Chapel Hill OBGYN, we take great pride in taking time to get to know all our patients by name. We treat our practice and our patients like a family, and we are always excited to have a new “addition” to our group. When you’re expecting, we’ll tailor a care plan just for you. Here […]