Westar OB/GYN

04/29/2026

Barrier methods of birth control act as barriers to keep s***m from reaching the egg. Some barrier methods also protect against s*xually transmitted infections (STIs). A few barrier methods (s***micide and condom) can be bought in most drugstores. Others (diaphragm and cervical cap) must be prescribed by a health care professional.

Barrier methods of birth control act as barriers to keep s***m from reaching an egg. Learn the benefits, risks, and possible side effects of barrier methods of birth control, including s***micide, condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps.

04/28/2026

Adding simple stretches into your daily routine can help train your body for delivery - check it out 👇🏼

Exercising during pregnancy can help you have an easier labor. Here are five ways to build strength and flexibility in the months before you give birth to prepare your body for labor. Learn how to engage your core and strengthen your pelvic floor and stay safe when exercising while pregnant.

04/27/2026

You can’t always prevent the conditions associated with hormone imbalances. Still, you can put good practices into place to help maintain your overall health. Get enough sleep, manage your stress, get the right amount of exercise, limit your alcohol intake and practice good eating habits.

04/24/2026

Think You Have a Vaginal Infection? Here’s What You Need to Know: https://www.acog.org/womens-health/experts-and-stories/the-latest/think-you-have-a-vaginal-infection-heres-what-you-need-to-know

04/23/2026

The post-partum period is an important time to continue care as it pertains to pregnancy. Westar OB/GYN routinely sees our new mothers back at one week and six weeks post-partum. We also encourage our new mothers to take advantage of Mount Carmel’s Home Care visits by experienced perinatal nurses. Screening for post-partum depression, a very prevalent condition is an important aspect of these visits.

04/22/2026

Most health insurance companies cover the cost of breast pumps. Insurers usually require a prescription from your ob-gyn and may cover only certain pump models.

The last month of pregnancy is the time to do your research, make sure you have your prescription, and order your breast pump. (But most pumps have limited-time warranties, so there’s no reason to use up that time by ordering the pump any earlier.)

04/21/2026

Noninvasive prenatal testing is a screening test offered during pregnancy to see if the fetus is at risk for having a chromosomal disorder like Down syndrome (trisomy 21), trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome) and trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome). The test can also determine the s*x of the fetus. It’s done by taking a sample of your blood, which also contains fragments of DNA from the fetus. DNA makes up a person’s genes and chromosomes, and gives healthcare providers a glimpse into the fetus’s genetic makeup. The blood sample is sent to a lab and analyzed for specific congenital disorders. NIPT can’t screen for all chromosomal or genetic conditions.

04/20/2026

Physical activity can help you feel better after you have a baby. Check out .gov’s resources to learn ways to get more active after pregnancy: https://bit.ly/37ue4KQ

04/18/2026

Throughout each trimester of pregnancy, your body goes through a lot of changes (some less welcome than others). With all the uncomfortable shifts and symptoms—from itchy stretch marks to swollen feet—it can be tough to not buy every remedy and gadget that promises sweet relief.

Check out this article from babylist.com for tried-and-true pregnancy life hacks: https://www.babylist.com/hello-baby/life-hacks-for-pregnancy

These hacks and tips feature easy remedies, how-tos and solutions for pregnancy.

04/17/2026

Happy Friday! We want to thank our patients who have given us 5-Star reviews this week. We appreciate your kind words and recommendations!

04/16/2026

Trying to Get Pregnant? A fertility specialist explains how to time s*x with ovulation.

A fertility specialist explains how to time s*x with ovulation.

04/15/2026

Did you know? Anyone having s*x can get an STI. This STI Awareness Week, know your STI care options and Get Yourself Tested! https://bit.ly/4dTyyh7