Knowledge, instinct and strength: advice from a Portland mom and midwife
Your first positive pregnancy test marks the beginning of years of parenting decisions–big and small–and the choice of where to give birth and with whom is among the
Read moreYour first positive pregnancy test marks the beginning of years of parenting decisions–big and small–and the choice of where to give birth and with whom is among the
Read moreMost people don’t know I had my daughter when I was still in high school. Like so many teenage mothers, having a baby when I was still basically
Read moreTalking about sex all day is why I got into this business. It doesn’t embarrass me. I find it interesting. I think I am pretty good at listening,
Read moreThis post was written by Morghan Milagrosa, CNM, WHNP-BC, formerly of WHA’s Tualatin office. While Morghan is no longer with WHA, we still love these reminders! It seems
Read moreOne of the challenges some women face is trying to make sense of a Pap test result that isn’t “normal” or “negative.” It can be easy to jump
Read moreAs an advice nurse, I find myself asking this question a lot—because it’s important, and especially if you call with cramping, are pregnant or are having urinary symptoms.
Read morePainful periods (dysmenorrhea) may be very disruptive to your health and well-being. Women who suffer painful periods may miss work, school and family activities. Unfortunately, many also feel
Read moreEveryone who’s gone a night without it knows that sleep matters. While experts vary on how many hours of sleep they recommend, most agree that getting sufficient rest
Read moreOne of the most common questions I hear from patients is whether or not it is safe to not have periods. Most women are so accustomed to their
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