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How Long Can You Keep an IUD In?
You’re looking at your options in birth control, and you like the idea of an intrauterine device (IUD). Not only is this approach hassle-free, it’s long-lasting, though how long depends on the IUD.
Apr 3rd, 2024
When Is Tubal Ligation a Good Choice?

When Is Tubal Ligation a Good Choice?
You’re looking for a way to put a permanent end to your ability to get pregnant, and you’re considering tubal ligation. Here are some pros and cons of this approach and when it’s a good option.
Mar 1st, 2024
You’re not ready to start your family, and you’re looking for an easy, long-lasting birth control solution that you can rever

Low Maintenance, Yet Reversible, Birth Control Options
You’re not ready to start your family, and you’re looking for an easy, long-lasting birth control solution that you can reverse when the time comes. Here are two for your consideration — an IUD or an implant.
Dec 14th, 2023
Can You Prevent Gestational Diabetes?

Can You Prevent Gestational Diabetes?
November is National Diabetes Month in the United States, so we’re going to focus on gestational diabetes in this blog post. While this condition can’t always be prevented, you’re not entirely helpless.
Nov 20th, 2023
Pelvic Pain? It Might Be Endometriosis

Pelvic Pain? It Might Be Endometriosis
You’re experiencing more discomfort than usual around your periods or sex has gone from pleasurable to painful. These are potential signs of endometriosis, which affects 11% of women in their reproductive years.
Oct 1st, 2023
Who Can Benefit From Labiaplasty?

Who Can Benefit From Labiaplasty?
You’re curious about a labiaplasty and you want to know whether you can benefit from the procedure. That’s tough to answer, but we can review why patients have come to us for a labiaplasty and how they benefited.
Aug 1st, 2023
6 Things We Want You to Know About Ovarian Cysts

6 Things We Want You to Know About Ovarian Cysts
The first thing to know about ovarian cysts is that they’re extremely common and often a normal part of ovulation in women. But there’s much more we want you to know outside of this high prevalence.
Jul 12th, 2023
The Best Exercises to Do In Your Third Semester

The Best Exercises to Do In Your Third Semester
Exercising throughout your pregnancy is important for your health (and your baby’s), but that large bump in your third trimester can be awkward to work around. Here are a few tips to help you stay in shape.
Mar 31st, 2023
When You Can Benefit from Hormone Therapy

When You Can Benefit from Hormone Therapy
As women approach and enter their fifth decade, the reprieve from periods is often overshadowed by new challenges, such as hot flashes and declining sexual health. Here’s how hormone replacement therapy can help.
Mar 9th, 2023
What We Want You to Know About Ovarian Cysts

What We Want You to Know About Ovarian Cysts
Most women develop ovarian cysts during their lives. In most cases, they simply come and go without issue. There are times, however, when ovarian cysts can become problematic.
Feb 12th, 2023
Four Ways to Manage Vaginal Dryness

Four Ways to Manage Vaginal Dryness
If you’ve been avoiding sex due to vaginal dryness, we want you to know that there are solutions. A healthy and active sex life can help improve your life in many ways, and vaginal dryness shouldn’t stand in the way.
Jan 2nd, 2023
Body Sculpting — Fat Reduction and Beyond

Body Sculpting — Fat Reduction and Beyond
You’ve heard about the amazing new fat-reduction technologies and you’re curious. This new wave in minimally invasive and noninvasive body contouring goes beyond fat reduction to help you sculpt the body of your dreams.
Dec 8th, 2022
Why You Shouldn't Ignore Ovarian Cyst Pain

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Ovarian Cyst Pain
Most women who are menstruating develop ovarian cysts as part of the natural egg-release process. If these cysts don’t go away and begin to grow, however, they can lead to pain and a dangerous condition called ovarian torsion.
Oct 1st, 2022
Who Can Benefit From NovaSure®?

Who Can Benefit From NovaSure®?
You watch with envy as friends go through menstrual cycles without too much incident while you struggle with heavy, life-altering bleeding each month. It may be time to take a closer look at NovaSure®.
Sep 1st, 2022
What's Involved in Our Family Planning Services

What's Involved in Our Family Planning Services
Family planning has been heralded as one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century. Here’s a look at how we’re doing our part to help women achieve their reproductive goals.
Aug 1st, 2022
What Causes Vaginal Laxity?

What Causes Vaginal Laxity?
The tissues outside your vagina are looser than they once were, or perhaps your sex life is being affecting by a looser vaginal canal. These side effects of vaginal laxity can crop up for several reasons, which we review here.
Jul 1st, 2022
Tips to Make Recovery From Vaginal Childbirth Easier

Tips to Make Recovery From Vaginal Childbirth Easier
Your body goes through a great deal when you deliver a child vaginally, and you want your time afterward to be full of bonding, not a difficult recovery. Here are some tips that can help you manage your body and your baby.
Jun 1st, 2022
Rev Up Your Sex Life With Vaginal Revitalization

Rev Up Your Sex Life With Vaginal Revitalization
Did you know that more than half of women who pass through menopause experience a decline in their vaginal health? Menopause-related or not, we have a vaginal revitalizaton technology that can improve your sex life.
May 1st, 2022
What Makes a Pregnancy High Risk?

What Makes a Pregnancy High Risk?
A pregnancy is a dizzying time, and you want everything to go as smoothly as possible. Then you hear the words, “high risk,” and you’re worried. Here, we take a closer look at what constitutes a high-risk pregnancy.
Mar 1st, 2022
Include These Things in Your Postpartum Plan

Include These Things in Your Postpartum Plan
As soon as your newborn enters the world, your life changes dramatically. Having a plan in place to navigate the early postpartum days can help you transition more smoothly into motherhood.
Feb 1st, 2022
Endometriosis: Can da Vinci® Surgery Help?

Endometriosis: Can da Vinci® Surgery Help?
Your endometriosis is causing you great pain or problems with fertility, and you want an effective, but minimally invasive, solution. Explore how our innovative da Vinci® system checks both boxes when it comes to endometriosis.
Jan 1st, 2022
Why Are Fat Pockets So Difficult to Lose?

Why Are Fat Pockets So Difficult to Lose?
Certain areas of fat can be like unwelcome house guests, refusing all attempts at getting rid of them. There are several good reasons why fat can be such a formidable foe, and we review them here.
Dec 1st, 2021
Five Reasons to Seek Treatment for Ovarian Cysts

Five Reasons to Seek Treatment for Ovarian Cysts
Most premenopausal women have ovarian cysts that are perfectly benign and pose no issues. There are times, however, when ovarian cysts can become problematic and require treatment. We review five of those instances here.
Nov 1st, 2021
How Your OB/GYN Can Help With Family Planning

How Your OB/GYN Can Help With Family Planning
Whether you want to control the size of your family and/or the spacing between children, family planning can play a critical role. Explore how we can help you build the family of your dreams through family planning.
Oct 5th, 2021
Do You Need to Have Fibroids Removed?

Do You Need to Have Fibroids Removed?
Up to 80% of women in their reproductive years may develop uterine fibroids, but only a small fraction of these women develop growths that require removal. Here are a few signs your fibroids may be problematic.
Sep 1st, 2021
Four Causes of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Four Causes of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
You’re plagued by heavy menstrual bleeding, and you have to adjust your daily routine to accommodate the bleeding (and often cramping). There are several reasons why this may be happening and one great solution.
Aug 5th, 2021

Is a Vaginal Ring Right for Me?
There’s no shortage of birth control options, which can make choosing the right one for your goals and lifestyle confusing. Here, we explore the many benefits of a vaginal ring and how it can protect you against pregnancy.
Jul 8th, 2021

Da Vinci® Surgery for Pelvic Organ Prolapse: What to Expect
You’ve tried conservative treatments, but your pelvic organ prolapse has created life-altering symptoms that need to be remedied through surgery. Thanks to our da Vinci technology, the procedure is safer, faster, and more accurate.
Jun 15th, 2021

5 Benefits of Vaginal Rejuvenation
Women have long endured declines in their vaginal health in silence, begrudgingly readjusting to the new “normal.” Thanks to increasing awareness and advanced technology, we can get you back to your real normal.
May 23rd, 2021

NovaSure for Endometriosis: What to Expect
You’ve struggled with endometriosis for years, and you’ve decided that endometrial ablation is the best solution. Thanks to NovaSure®, the end to your heavy bleeding and discomfort is only five minutes away.
Apr 18th, 2021

When to Consider Body Sculpting
You eat healthy and exercise, and you’re getting close to your goals, but fat deposits stand in the way, stubbornly so. If this sounds familiar, you may benefit from our body-sculpting services, which bridge the gap to your ideal body shape.
Mar 25th, 2021

4 Potential Causes of Infertility
Fertility problems can be perplexing, complicated, and terribly frustrating. We explore four of the more common drivers of infertility and how we can help you build the family of your dreams.
Feb 15th, 2021

How To Prepare Yourself for a High-Risk Pregnancy
You want your pregnancy to go as smoothly as possible, but then you hear the words “high risk.” This precautionary designation is for your unborn child’s safety, as well as your own, and here’s what you can expect.
Jan 17th, 2021

Will Ovarian Cysts Resolve Themselves?
Most women develop ovarian cysts during their reproductive years, and **spoiler alert** they tend to resolve themselves on their own. But that’s not always the case, and we review when your cysts may require intervention.
Dec 10th, 2020

Tips for Navigating a Winter Pregnancy
Winters in Colorado are legendary, forcing everyone to make a few changes to their habits. If the bulk of your pregnancy is going to take place during the upcoming winter months, here are a few tips that will keep you and your baby safe.
Nov 10th, 2020

Myths and Facts About Birth Control
There’s no shortage of birth control options, as well as myths and facts that surround each one. We take a look at some misconceptions about birth control to help you get the facts you need to make an informed decision.
Oct 7th, 2020

Smartlipo: What You Can Expect
One of the most effective ways to target stubborn fat is by eliminating it once and for all through liposuction. With our Smartlipo™, the process is easier than ever before, and here’s what you can expect.
Sep 9th, 2020

The Vaginal Ring: Is It Right for You?
When it comes to birth control, there’s no shortage of options — in fact, the sheer array of choices can be overwhelming. To help guide your decision, here’s a look at the advantages of a vaginal ring.
Aug 18th, 2020

3 Telltale Signs of Problematic Ovarian Cysts
Most women develop ovarian cysts during their reproductive years and the growths aren’t typically cause for concern. There are times, however, when ovarian cysts can become problematic, and here’s a look at three red flags.
Jul 22nd, 2020