Women's Health Blog

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COVID and Pregnancy: Risks, Vaccines and Breastfeeding

August 14, 2021

If you’re pregnant, you’re likely concerned about how COVID-19, an infection caused by a novel coronavirus, can affect the health of you and your baby.

News and Noteworthy Obstetrics Breastfeeding
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS): How to Care for Your Baby

February 22, 2021

Your baby may be at risk for neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) if you have opioid use disorder. We answer common questions about pregnancy and NAS.

Obstetrics
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD): Pregnancy, Birth, Breastfeeding and Infant Care

February 22, 2021

We answer common questions about opioid use disorder, pregnancy, breastfeeding and infant care to help you learn how to best care for you and your baby.

Obstetrics
Welcoming a Baby During COVID-19: Kimm's Story

September 22, 2020

Second-time mom Kimm shares how everyone she encountered at Penn Medicine – from her Ob/Gyn to environmental services staff – made a difference as she prepared to welcome her daughter, Elin, during the coronavirus pandemic.

Obstetrics
Meet Penn Medicine’s New Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology

September 02, 2020

We talked with Elizabeth A. Howell, MD, MPP, about her research, narrowing disparities in health care, and what she’s most looking forward to in her new role.

Gynecology Obstetrics News and Noteworthy
Ovarian Cysts 101

June 11, 2019

Many women have ovarian cysts. They’re usually harmless, but sometimes, they can cause concern. Here’s what you need to know.

Gynecology