Dr. Jarnagin's Office

03/05/2026

🌸 March Day 5 – Let’s Play a Little Game! 🌸

Finish the sentence in the comments 👇

“I knew I was pregnant when ______.” 🤰

Was it the cravings?
The exhaustion?
Morning sickness?
Or just a feeling?

We love hearing your pregnancy stories! 💗

If you think you might be expecting, we’re here for you every step of the way.

📞 Call 337-942-8975 to schedule your visit.

03/04/2026

🌸 March Women’s Health – Day 4 🌸

Your Well-Woman Exam is about more than just a Pap smear!

At your yearly visit we check on:
💗 Breast health
💗 Hormone concerns
💗 Birth control options
💗 Irregular cycles
💗 Preventative screenings

Even if you feel perfectly fine, preventative care helps keep you healthy and catch problems early.

📞 Call today to schedule your yearly visit: 337-942-8975

03/03/2026

✨ A Little Favor From Our Beautiful Patients ✨

If we’ve cared for you, supported you, delivered your baby, or helped you feel heard…

Would you take 60 seconds to leave us a Facebook or Google review? 💕

Your kind words help other women in our community feel confident choosing us for their care.

It truly means more than you know 🤍

Drop a 💗 once you’ve left one!

03/02/2026

✨ H A P P Y M O N D A Y ✨

🌸 we have same day appointments availability this week, call today 337-942-8975 to schedule!

02/26/2026

Our phones are currently down, please be patient as we are working on the problem!

02/24/2026

✨ TELEHEALTH IS HERE! ✨

Would Telehealth make your life easier? 👇
Drop a 💻 in the comments if you’d use it

02/12/2026

🎭✨ Mardi Gras Office Closure Notice ✨🎭

In observance of Mardi Gras, our office will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 & Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

If you have any questions or need medication refills, please call our office before then so we can assist you.

We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding — and have a safe & happy Mardi Gras! 💜💛💚

02/12/2026

🌸 Understanding Your Pap Smear: Why It Matters 🌸

Taking care of your health starts with prevention — and one of the most important preventive screenings for women is the Pap smear.

💗 What Is a Pap Smear?

A Pap smear is a screening test that checks for abnormal cells on the cervix that could lead to cervical cancer.

It can detect:
✔ Precancerous changes
✔ Cervical cancer
✔ HPV-related cell changes

Early detection saves lives.

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👩‍⚕️ What’s the Difference Between a Pap Smear and a Pelvic Exam?

Many patients think they’re the same — but they are not!

🔹 Pelvic Exam:
A physical exam where your provider checks the v***a, va**na, cervix, uterus, and ovaries for abnormalities such as cysts, tenderness, infections, or masses.

🔹 Pap Smear:
A specific screening test where cells are gently collected from the cervix and sent to the lab to look for abnormal or precancerous changes.

👉 You can have a pelvic exam without a Pap smear.
👉 You may not need a Pap smear every year, but you may still need an annual exam.

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📅 When Do Pap Smears Start?

According to current guidelines:

✔ Pap smears typically begin at age 21
✔ Ages 21–29: Usually every 3 years (if normal)
✔ Ages 30–65: Pap smear + HPV testing every 5 years (or Pap alone every 3 years)

Your provider may adjust this based on:
• Abnormal history
• HPV results
• Immune conditions
• Pregnancy history

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✨ Why This Matters

Cervical cancer often has no symptoms in early stages.
Routine screening allows us to catch changes before they become cancer.

Prevention is powerful. Screening is simple. Your health is worth it.

📞 Call our office to schedule your well-woman exam today.

02/11/2026

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02/04/2026

Breastfeeding support matters 💕
Did you know moms with Medicaid may be eligible for a FREE breast pump?

Coverage may vary by plan, so be sure to
📞 call your Medicaid plan for more information and learn what’s available to you 🤍

Most state Medicaid plans will cover the entire cost of a breast pump, but Medicaid covers these services differently than private insurance companies. There is a wide variety in scope and coverage from state to state for those seeking assistance with pre

02/03/2026

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