As if you didn’t have enough on your mind. Not only are you managing the challenging time of pregnancy (and many of the inconveniences that may accompany it), but allergy season is in full bloom. This means you can add watery eyes, sneezing, a runny nose and other symptoms to your already crowded plate. But before […]
You’ve picked a name. You’ve even decided who will be the godparents. If you have another child, you have prepared them for the arrival of their new brother or sister. But do you know how to make a birth plan? This enables you to make your wishes known to your labor and delivery team. “We […]
It may not have been what your typical 11 or 12-year-old would read—-but for Dr. Chappell, discovering the biographies of famous physicians fostered a love of learning and a passion for science classes that would shape her career choice. She has been with Chapel Hill OBGYN for more than 30 years, providing compassionate care for […]
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 […]
Your partner wants to kiss and cuddle. You want to go to sleep. This scenario is becoming much more common than you’d like. You might even find that you and your partner aren’t “doing it” as much as you once did or that your desire for sex is nearly nonexistent. You may wonder, “why do I […]
You want to know as soon as possible. If you’re wondering if you’re pregnant, you need an answer. Immediately. However, that’s not necessarily possible if you want the most accurate results. How soon can you take a pregnancy test after sex? The answer may surprise you. “Many women panic when they realize they’ve missed a […]
Central Africa is a world away from Chapel Hill, but for Melinda Everett, it was a place that transformed her very being. Her years in the Peace Corps led her to discover a career full of compassion and understanding. Her journey is inspirational, and it shaped her philosophy of care as a Certified Nurse Practitioner. […]
Getting the most out of your OBGYN annual exam centers around one principle: Communication with compassionate care. We believe in open and honest discussions because when it comes to your health, we want you to have the information you need. This is at the heart of what will guide you to get the most out […]
You just realized that you forgot to take your birth control pill. We have some words of advice for you: Don’t panic. We’ve got the information you need to help you if you’ve missed your birth control pill. There are many effective forms of birth control, but for them to truly be effective, they must […]