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Dec 30, 2021

Progesterone supplementation in pregnancy and the preconception period has been debated for several years as to its effectiveness.  In this episode, Dr. Yaakov Abdelahk gives his take on the use of progesterone for fertility, the prevention of first trimester loss and there prevention of preterm labor. 

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Dec 27, 2021

Navigating through the intricacies of labor and delivery can be an overwhelming experience, especially if you're a first-time parent. The labor and delivery floor can seem like a bustling hive of activity with numerous healthcare professionals working together to ensure a safe and positive childbirth experience. In...


Dec 23, 2021

Anemia in pregnancy is a common concern that affects a significant number of expectant mothers worldwide. It is characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or a decrease in the level of hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. Pregnancy places additional demands on a woman's...


Dec 20, 2021

Pitocin is the synthetic version of a natural occurring endogenous hormone called oxytocin.  Oxytocin, also called the "love hormone"  is produced in the hypothalamus and secreted by the pituitary gland.   

Pitocin, often a word heard in maternity wards and labor and delivery units, plays a significant role in modern...


Dec 16, 2021

Retained placenta is when the placenta is not delivered within 30   minutes of the delivery of the baby.  Some facilities or institutions will consider the placenta to be retained only after 60 minutes or even more, but for the majority of locations, 30 minutes is considered a placenta that is retained (stuck). 

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