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Best Vitamins & Supplements for PCOS Weight Loss 
07.01.24 6 min read

Best Vitamins & Supplements for PCOS Weight Loss 

The most common metabolic and hormonal issues seen in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are insulin resistance (sometimes leading to high blood sugar and diabetes), …

By Christine Traxler, MD
Postpartum Weight Gain: What to Do If You’re Gaining Weight While Breastfeeding 
07.01.24 9 min read

Postpartum Weight Gain: What to Do If You’re Gaining Weight While Breastfeeding 

Whew. The baby is here! It’s time to lose that pregnancy weight. It should fall off easily now! Not so fast! The …

By Christine Traxler, MD
Dealing With Painful Postpartum Gas: Causes & Relief
06.17.24 6 min read

Dealing With Painful Postpartum Gas: Causes & Relief

After surviving the many stresses of childbirth, you want to feel your best again as soon as possible. You will want to …

By Christine Traxler, MD
Cholestasis of Pregnancy Diet: Foods to Eat & Avoid
06.17.24 7 min read

Cholestasis of Pregnancy Diet: Foods to Eat & Avoid

Cholestasis of pregnancy is an uncommon disorder of pregnancy affecting 1 in 150 pregnancies. Cholestasis means that the bile in the liver …

By Christine Traxler, MD
Loss of Appetite Postpartum: Causes & Solutions 
06.17.24 8 min read

Loss of Appetite Postpartum: Causes & Solutions 

Women often report a sudden decline in their overall appetite in the days after giving birth. This phenomenon is generally temporary and …

By Christine Traxler, MD
Complications & Symptoms of Not Eating Enough During Pregnancy: First Trimester & On
06.17.24 11 min read

Complications & Symptoms of Not Eating Enough During Pregnancy: First Trimester & On

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is important for everyone—but it is especially vital during pregnancy. A woman’s body undergoes significant changes during …

By Cheryl Mearig, PharmD
Why Am I Gaining Weight Fast During Pregnancy? First Trimester & On
06.17.24 14 min read

Why Am I Gaining Weight Fast During Pregnancy? First Trimester & On

The phrase, “I’m eating for two,” is often heard by women at the dinner table (or vending machine, grocery aisle, or fast-food …

By Christine Traxler, MD