March of Dimes & VPFW Team Up

Guest post by Anna Givens with March of Dimes March of Dimes and Virginia Physicians for Women have recently created a partnership

Help! My Dad is an OB/GYN!

Being a teenager can be tough enough! You’re probably going through a lot of changes. You’re learning how to juggle school and

Dr. Partridge Announces Retirement

For all of us here at VPFW, it is bittersweet to share the news that Dr. Partridge is retiring in early April.

The Dos and Don’ts after Giving Birth

Having a baby is an exciting time! There are so many changes—new routines to get used to, new experiences, new demands, new

7 Things Every Female Athlete Should Know

‘Tis the season for Turkey Trots, marathons, and more! In fact, I’m proud to say that I became a first-time Ironman a

Mammogram…Parties? You Heard Us Right!

The idea of getting your mammogram may bring a few choice words to mind, and you would probably agree that “party” isn’t

How to Have a Fit Pregnancy

Our friends over at Richmond Moms Blog wanted to know–how can you have a fit pregnancy? What are the dos and don’ts?

What to Expect for First Gynecologist Visit

From physicals for school sports to new binders for class to new fall clothes, parents can all attest to the fact that

To Pap or Not to Pap?

As most women are aware, there is a lot of confusion these days about how often you should receive a Pap smear.