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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”FAQ” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#f1f5f7″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px|0|100px|0px|false|false” border_radii=”||15vw||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” header_2_font_size=”40px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” header_3_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” header_3_font_size=”30px” max_width=”600px” custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”0px|50px||50px” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”|||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”30px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#285270″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ toggle_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” toggle_font_size=”20px” toggle_line_height=”1.6em” body_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” body_font_size=”16px” body_line_height=”2em” min_height=”964.8px” custom_margin=”||4px|||” animation_style=”zoom” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” border_width_all=”0px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22%93}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What\u2019s the difference between Obstetrics and Gynecology?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Obstetrics focuses on\u00a0pregnancy and pregnancy-related problems. Gynecology focuses on women\u2019s health when they are not pregnant.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”My period is late, now what?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
One of the most common reasons for a late menstrual cycle is pregnancy. Take a home\u00a0pregnancy test. If it\u2019s positive, call our office to schedule a pregnancy confirmation visit. These\u00a0are usually scheduled 6-8 weeks from your last cycle. If your pregnancy test is negative, you\u00a0may need a gynecologic evaluation to determine why your cycle is late. Please call our office to\u00a0schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What should I expect during my pregnancy confirmation visit?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
On your first visit, you will have an ultrasound in our office followed by a visit with your doctor. If\u00a0you\u2019re new to the practice, you\u2019ll meet your doctor. We will discuss your past and current\u00a0medical history, medications you\u2019re taking, and answer questions along with any\u00a0concerns you may have. You will also have a chance to schedule the rest of your visits.<\/p>\n
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Confirmation to 28 weeks gestation \u2013 Every 4 weeks
28 to 36 weeks gestation \u2013 Every 2 to 3 weeks
36 to 40 weeks gestation \u2013 Every week
There are several reasons why a patient might need to be seen more frequently. In these cases,\u00a0a custom schedule will be created for you.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What should I expect during my prenatal visits?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
At each visit, we will collect vital signs, a urine sample, and ask a standard series of questions\u00a0designed to assess changes in risk to the pregnancy. We will listen for the baby\u2019s heartbeat\u00a0using a doppler. At some visits, you\u2019ll have an ultrasound so we\u2019ll be able to see the heart\u00a0beating.<\/p>\n
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Most patients have 3 ultrasounds. One at the pregnancy confirmation, one at 20 weeks to look\u00a0at the baby\u2019s anatomy and sex (the \u201canatomy scan\u201d), and one at 36 weeks to confirm the baby\u2019s\u00a0position and check the fluid level (Amniotic Fluid Index).\u00a0Some patients require more ultrasounds. Your doctor will discuss the need for extra scans with\u00a0you.<\/p>\n
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Pregnancy is an exciting time for you and your family. We welcome you to invite your family to\u00a0your ultrasound appointment but ask that any children that come be supervised by an adult.<\/p>\n
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For non-urgent questions, please contact us through the patient portal or call the office during\u00a0regular business hours at 281-367-6836. Leave a message for the office staff and we will get\u00a0back to you in one business day.<\/p>\n
The on-call physician is available to answer questions until 10 PM each day.
For medication refills, please contact us during business hours or have your pharmacy reach\u00a0out to us to request the refill.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What if I need immediate care?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Please come to Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Emergency Department if you\u2019re under 20 weeks or the Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Labor and Delivery if you\u2019re 20 weeks or over. They\u2019re both open 24 hours a day and are equipped to deal with most emergencies.<\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What do I do when I\u2019m in labor or if my water broke?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Go to Memorial Hermann the Woodlands Medical Center Labor and Delivery. The staff will evaluate you and call our practice with your current labor status.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What happens once I\u2019m admitted to Labor and Delivery?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
For most patients, you and your baby will be monitored to make sure both of you are safe and tolerating labor well. The nursing staff will check your cervix regularly and give your doctor or the on-call doctor updates. When it\u2019s time for delivery, the staff will call us, and we will come to help you bring your baby into the world!<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Who will deliver my baby?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
Your doctor will try hard to be the one to deliver your baby. In some circumstances, however, your doctor may not be available. In those cases, one of the doctors from our practice will deliver your baby.<\/p>\n
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Your care team will monitor you and your new baby. There\u2019s a lot to do in the first few hours and days after a baby is born. Most patients stay in the hospital for a day or two and during that time the staff will walk you through everything that needs to happen before it\u2019s time to go home. Memorial Hermann offers classes to go over the before, during and after birth. Find more information by clicking here.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”When is my postpartum visit?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Usually between 4 and 6 weeks after delivery. Some patients are seen much sooner than others. Your doctor will coordinate visits as needed.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What if I\u2019ve had a cesarean delivery previously?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n We will plan a repeat cesarean delivery around 39 weeks of gestation. Our practice does not perform trial of labor after cesarean.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What about insurance?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Once we\u2019ve confirmed your pregnancy, our business office will reach out to you to discuss your insurance benefits and OB budget. Our Patient Financial Counselors will work with you to develop your budget and help you understand your financial responsibilities during your pregnancy. These conversations are sometimes complicated or stressful, so if you ever have any questions or need help clarifying, please do not hesitate to call us.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What medications can I take during pregnancy?” open=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Throughout pregnancy minor problems or illnesses may occur. Below is a list of common<\/strong>\u00a0ailments with approved over the counter (OTC) remedies.<\/strong><\/p>\n If any of these symptoms persist or are accompanied by fever, please call the office.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What if I need dental work during my pregnancy?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”on”]<\/p>\n Routine dental care is permitted and encouraged. Routine X-rays should be postponed until after delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n Non-elective dental problems should be addressed during pregnancy as needed. If x-ray is indicated, an abdominal shield can be used. Our office can provide a list of acceptable anesthetics, antibiotics and medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What vaccines are recommended in pregnancy?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends the Tdap vaccine between 27 and 36 weeks, the flu vaccine during flu season, and the RSV vaccine between 32 and 36 weeks from September through January.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_color=”#f1f5f7″ background_image=”https:\/\/wha-obgyn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/border.png” background_size=”contain” background_position=”center_left” custom_margin=”0px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding=”0|0px|0|0px|false|false” border_color_all=”#f1f5f7″ border_width_bottom=”50px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(49,128,192,0.2) 0%|rgba(49,128,192,0.6) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(49,128,192,0.2)” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(49,128,192,0.6)” background_image=”https:\/\/wha-obgyn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/baby-03.png” width=”93%” max_width=”93%” module_alignment=”right” custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_phone=”|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”100px|40px|100px|40px|true|true” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”5%” border_radii=”|30px|||30px” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_vertical=”30px” box_shadow_blur=”80px” box_shadow_spread=”-30px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(102,141,186,0.7)” use_custom_width=”on” width_unit=”off” custom_width_percent=”93%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#ffffff” header_2_font_size=”55px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” max_width=”900px” module_alignment=”center” header_2_font_size_tablet=”40px” header_2_font_size_phone=”30px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” text_font_size=”22px” header_font=”||||||||” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n\n
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