First Trimester Nutrition: Combating Morning Sickness
Dec 28, 2023
Anyone who has experienced morning sickness knows it doesn’t always just stick to mornings. With nutrition being such an important component of pregnancy, it can be difficult to focus on when you’re struggling with nausea and food aversions at all...
The Truth About Cesarean Section Recovery
Nov 30, 2023
There are different reasons why a pregnant woman may undergo a cesarean section procedure, commonly referred to as C-section. For some, it’s a health matter. Others select to have a C-section. In still other cases, women plan for a vaginal delivery...
What are Braxton Hicks Contractions?
Sep 25, 2023
Braxton Hicks contractions aren’t an indication of labor- so what are they? Do all expecting mothers experience these pre-labor contractions? Why do they occur? Dr. Molly Thompson, Family Medicine and OB Physician at Pullman Regional Hospital’s...
Pregnancy Footwear- What Not to Wear
Sep 18, 2023
It’s safe to say pregnancy causes a lot of body changes, aside from the obvious waistline expansion. ‘Pregnancy nose,’ ‘pregnancy gums,’ and ‘pregnancy feet’ are all normal changes that occur when a woman is expecting. Ed Robertson, Physical...
Inducing Labor: What Happens?
Aug 18, 2023
Every mom-to-be hopes for a trouble-free pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. There are a number of reasons why a woman might need to have her labor induced.
Pregnancy Pain: How Physical Therapy Can Help
Jun 22, 2023
Pregnancy is an exciting time- it’s also full of many changes. Kim Fletcher, PT, DPT, PRPC a Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner at Summit Therapy & Health Services encourages expecting moms who are experiencing pain or reduced mobility and...