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August 2011
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Emotional Changes In Menopause
Patient In Charge
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By Robyn Hubbard, MD "Did you know that there is a wildly successful off-Broadway musical called "Menopause the Musical," where two hours of comedic song and dance focus on a woman's change of life? I saw it with my Mom in New York, and every woman in the theater over 50 was rolling with laughter! Now, I have to admit that I have not yet gone through menopause. But, as a practicing gynecologist, I will rely on my experiences with patients, friends, and even my Mom to help you understand more about the emotional changes that can come with menopause..." Read full article...
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July 2011
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Fewer Periods, Period!
Patient In Charge
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By Robyn Hubbard, MD "Whatever you call it, your monthly period can be a nuisance, to say the least. Monthly bloating, cramps, mood changes, and heavy flow affect many women, and impact their quality of life. So why not get rid of your period? Recently, there has been a trend toward extended birth control in order to decrease the number of periods a woman has each year, or to eliminate them all together! That sounds too good to be true, you say?" Read full article..
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July 2011
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the best time to talk to your teenager about sexuality?
Women's LifeStyle Magazine
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by Robyn Hubbard, MD "Experts say that kids should know the basic facts about sex and where babies come from by age nine. I find that this conversation is one you should be prepared for at unexpected opportunities that come your way, rather than planning a time for “the talk.” If you’re ready with simple questions that may come up during a grocery store run, car ride or dinner conversation, it may be the easiest and most natural way to talk to your kids about sex..." Read full article...
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June 2011
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Talking to your Daughter about Periods
Patient In Charge
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By Robyn Hubbard, MD "When I was pregnant and found out that I was having a girl, I was really excited. I imagined pink dresses, pretty hats, and ballet lessons. What I hadn’t considered was that she was going to grow up and go through puberty. Now, I have a wonderful eleven-year old daughter, just starting on the amazing rollercoaster called puberty. Because of this transition, I now have to talk to her about a lot of things. First, we tackled the earliest signs of puberty: breast buds! Then came more questions about body changes like body odor, hair growth in new places, and growth spurts. We have also talked about starting her period. In fact, I was asked to talk to all the fifth-grade girls at her elementary school about starting their periods, because it is so important to understand what it is and to not have it happen without knowing. My Mom said she was caught off guard when her period started; she had no clue that it was coming, and she thought she was bleeding to death. Let’s make sure that your daughter is prepared..." Read full article...
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June 2011
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Preparing for Pregnancy
Women's LifeStyle Magazine
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by Adam Blickley, MD Pregnancy is among a woman’s most life-changing events, both physically and emotionally. As a parent prepares for a newborn, a woman’s health before pregnancy should be addressed. The overall health of a woman prior to pregnancy can influence the ease of pregnancy, the maternal risks, and the health of her child. Since only about half of all pregnancies are actually planned, staying fit and healthy even before can lead to a healthier and happier pregnancy. Read full article...
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May 2011
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How Does Stress Affect Your Health?
Patient In Charge Magazine
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by Robyn Hubbard, MD "If I told you that there was one thing that you could do to decrease your risk of heart disease, obesity, infection, anxiety, depression, and memory problems, would you do it? Of course, every one of us would go for that magic “cure-all!” The truth is that stress is connected with all of those things, and more. So the one thing you can do to decrease your health risks and improve your quality of life is . . . REDUCE STRESS!" Read full article... View PDF of article...
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