My first gynecologist visit is a blur. I remember only that I went for the first time in the months before I started college and that I had no idea what to expect. I remember feeling anxious and ...

As we grow older, our bodies change, meaning our needs change as well. With time, young girls will need to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist, or ob/gyn. These doctors specialize in women’s healthcare ...

As your child transitions to adulthood, one of the most important things you can do is to empower them with knowledge about their body and their reproductive health. And that begins with talking to ...

Dr. Staci Tanouye is an In The Know wellness contributor. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok for more. There are few things that may be more intimidating than your first visit to the gyno. If you’re ...

Let's be honest: A trip to the obstetrician-gynecologist can come with its share of awkward moments. Whether we're too shy to tell our doctor what’s really on our minds or worried about whether ...

Q: My teenage daughter is nervous about her first gynecologist appointment. What should I tell her to expect? A: Gynecologists are specialists in women's health. Typically, a girl's first gynecology ...

Even a woman who’s been through childbirth can become anxious during an OB-GYN appointment. So imagine a teen girl’s trip to the doctor for her first gynecological exam. Once the teenager is in a gown ...

At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN’s office full of anxiety. “They took my blood pressure, and it was through ...

There are few things that may be more intimidating than your first visit to the gyno. If you’re anything like the rest of the vulva-owners of the world, this anatomical area has likely been a source ...