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It’s a Baby Boom at UM Capital Region Health 

Patient experience, outstanding facilities and a team equipped to handle high-risk pregnancies mean more moms-to-be are choosing University of Maryland Capital Region Health.
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The Benefits of an Obstetric Hospitalist Program 

The Benefits of an Obstetric Hospitalist Program 

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, and expert support can make all the difference. Obstetric hospitalists offer 24/7 maternity care right in the hospital. See how this model enhances safety, comfort and peace of mind.
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Why Midwives and Modern Medicine Are a Great Match for Moms

Where and how you bring a child into the world is a deeply personal decision. More families across Maryland are choosing midwifery care for its blend of medical expertise and individualized support. Learn how certified nurse-midwives are helping expectant mothers experience safe, empowering, and personalized births close to home.
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Body Neutrality

What is Body Neutrality? How to Respect Your Body — Even on Days You Don’t Love It

How you feel about your body can change from day to day. Some days you might feel confident about how you look. Other days, you might not like your body at all. While this is normal, there’s another way to think about your body — by not thinking about how it looks at all.
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Menopause Treatment Options

Menopause and You: Exploring Your Treatment Options for Relief

Understanding menopause treatment options can provide hope for controlling symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep problems and other unwelcome signs of this major life change.
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Dense Breast

Does Dense Breast Tissue Impact Breast Health?

Dense breast tissue is a common condition found in many women. While it is not a disease and is typically harmless, it can impact the accuracy of mammograms.
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Hormone Therapy

Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Benefits and Risks

Feeling confused about whether hormone therapy for menopause symptoms may be right for you? You’re not alone.
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Perimenopause Supplements

Are Perimenopause Supplements Safe or Effective?

Over-the-counter herbal treatments are touted as a hormone-free solution for perimenopause symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings. But do any of them work?
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Four happy women

How Are Menopause and Mental Health Connected?

During the years leading up to and after menopause, nurturing your mental health is extra important.
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Woman getting her hair styled

Uterine Cancer and Chemical Hair Straighteners

Among the many unique health care challenges that women face throughout their lives, a new concern is growing about the connection between the chemical hair straighteners that some women use and the development of uterine cancer.
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