Posts by Dr. Jessica Katz
GUEST BLOG by Dr. Jessica: Pregnancy and the Common Cold
While there are many over the counter options out there to try to alleviate cold symptoms, there is a warning on every box telling pregnant women to talk to a doctor before taking that medication. Lately, the most common question my patients have been asking: “What’s safe to take for a cold during pregnancy?”
Read MoreGUEST BLOG by Dr. Jessica: Long-Acting Reversible Contraception for Adolescents
For decades, long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) devices have been used very successfully and safely in adult women. They can be used as a method of contraception, and/or as a way to control menstrual irregularities. It has more recently been used in adolescents with similar results, and is backed by both the…
Read MoreGUEST BLOG by Dr. Jessica: Pregnancy & Conception Myths
When it is difficult to conceive, it is often gut wrenching and stressful. As you watch other couples conceive on the (seemingly) first try, and you’re ready to have the baby you’ve wanted for so long, the process of…
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